Clive Walford is the Best Tight End in the 2015 NFL Draft

Nov 1, 2014; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes running back Duke Johnson (center) celebrates his touchdown with tight end Clive Walford (left) and offensive lineman Jon Feliciano (right) during the first half against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Sun Life Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Running Game: Walford

The blocking edge goes to Walford, who was an in-line blocker for star running back Duke Johnson. Johnson ran for over 1,600 yards in 2014 and a good portion of it come from running outside. To get outside, you need your tight end to get a seal and Johnson depended on Walford for that.

NFL.com scout Lance Zlerlien said of his blocking, ” Becoming a very reliable blocker. Is tough enough and physical enough to be a play-side blocking tight end on zone runs. Bends and explodes from hips into his targets and sustains with a good base. Will drive smaller linebackers off the line of scrimmage in run game. Has lined up in-line, slot and as an H-back.

Zlerlein’s scouting report of William’s blocking wasn’t so good, consisting of, “Primarily used as move tight end. Body is a little soft and could use additional weight work to handle NFL hits. Won’t generate push as an in-line blocker and has limited feel and instincts as a move blocker.”

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