49ers select TE Blake Bell in 4th round

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The San Francisco 49ers have selected tight end Blake Bell out of Oklahoma in the fourth round.

Bell will join a crowded 49ers' depth chart that includes tight ends Vernon Davis, Vance McDonald, Asante Cleveland, Derek Carrier and Garrett Celek. 

Blake Bell Bio

Position: TE
School: Oklahoma
College Experience: Redshirt Senior
Height: 6-6
Weight: 252 lbs.
Age: 23

Combine Results

Strengths

• Willing blocker in the running game and in pass protection.
• Demonstrates the necessary athleticism to both separate as a receiver downfield and pick up yards after the catch.
• Has experience lining up on the line of scrimmage, split out wide and in the backfield.

Weaknesses

• Still new to the tight end position after starting his college career as a quarterback.
• Despite athletic ability, his relative lack of experience as a route runner will necessitate a long development process to become a productive receiver.
• Would need to add strength and refine technique to be an effective in-line blocker at the NFL level.