Louisville's Gerald Christian best among tight ends on the bench press

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Jamie Rhodes / USA TODAY Sports

QB | RB | WR | TE | S 
DL | LB | CB | OL

Tight Ends

40-Yard Dash | Bench Press
Vertical Jump | Broad Jump
Shuttle Run 

Bench Press

Top Performers

  1. Gerald Christian, Louisville - 28 reps
  2. Jeff Hauerman, Ohio State - 26 reps
  3. Jesse James, Penn State - 26 reps
  4. Nick O'Leary, Florida State - 21 reps
  5. Clive Walford, Miami - 20 reps

To view a complete list of top performers, click here.

Christian may have given his stock a major jump after his performance on the bench press. The 28 reps could vault the Louisville product up the board a few rounds after some had him slotted as a late-round pick. Strength is a good indication that Christian may be able to help a team as a blocker at the next level. 

James, O'Leary and Walford cemented their reputations as tight ends to watch in the draft with strong performances on Thursday. 

Other Notable Performances

  • Maxx Williams, Minnesota - 17 reps
  • Blake Bell, Oklahoma - 14 reps

Williams is considered by many to be the top tight end is this year's draft and is a tremendous athlete, so it was a little troubling to see him finish that far down the list when it came to strength. 

Bell is a former quarterback that is still learning the position. It's clear improving his power is something he needs to work on. 

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