While Smith and Henry are both excellent, the backup tight end role for the Chiefs is not important enough to sign one of these guys who will demand $10 million APY or more. The reality of the Chiefs' situation is that they should stay away from the stars of this class. All four would be adequate signings for their push in the run game. Luke Stocker, Chris Manhertz, M圜ole Pruitt and Josh Hill all had over 175 run-blocking snaps last year and ranged from being excellent at it to above-average. Both players could retire this offseason, but if they do not, they provide above-average run blocking with some big bodied red zone upside. There are a few run-blocking tight ends available in free agency, with veterans Marcedes Lewis and Virgil Green leading the pack due to their experience. Burton did not get a ton of work last year in Indianapolis due to a crowded tight end room, but the veteran is one of the premier options for teams looking for a backup tight end who can do it all.
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Trey Burton leads this group if it comes down to the quality of play, ranking as the best tight end of the group on Pro Football Focus. None of these guys will blow anyone's socks off with their ridiculous athleticism, but any team looking for a tight end who can contribute positively in most aspects of the position will find value in this group. This is the sweet spot of this tight end free agency class. Tyler Kroft (Bills) - 10 games played, 12 receptions, 119 yards, 3 touchdowns Jacob Hollister (Seahawks) - 16 games played, 25 receptions, 209 yards, 3 touchdowns Jordan Reed (49ers) - 10 games played, 26 receptions, 231 yards, 4 touchdowns Trey Burton (Colts) - 15 games played, 28 receptions, 250 yards, 3 touchdowns Tyler Eifert (Jaguars) - 15 games played, 36 receptions, 349 yards, 2 touchdowns Kyle Rudolph (Vikings) - 12 games played, 28 receptions, 334 yards, 1 touchdown Gerald Everett (Rams) - 16 games played, 41 receptions, 417 yards, 1 touchdown