The fourth in a position-by-position look at the 2024 UCF heading into the summer:
TIGHT ENDS
What to expect
The emergence of Randy Pittman Jr. (215 yards, TD) has solidified his status as the perfect replacement for Alec Holler, who had 244 yards and 2 touchdowns. Pittman’s versatility to play in various positions, including the wideout, slot and traditional tight end, has quickly made him a go-to option.
Grant Stevens and Jordan Davis have been limited by injuries during their careers but could find larger roles in an offense that isn’t afraid to use multiple tight-end packages. Transfers Evan Morris and Reece Adkins bring excellent blocking skills while providing depth. Kylan Fox, a 6-foot-4 freshman, turned a few heads in spring camp and could see time at receiver.
Pittman has embraced his expanded leadership role.
“I’m just trying to be there for them and teach them some of the things that I’ve learned from previous players we’ve had here,” he said during spring camp.
On the roster
Randy Pittman Jr.
Grant Stevens, RS-So.
Jordan Davis, RS-Sr.
Thomas Wadsworth, RS-So.
Departures
Alec Holler (eligibility)
Max Holler (eligibility)
Zach Marsh-Wojan (eligibility)
Garrett French
Arrivals
Evan Morris, Fifth year (transfer from Michigan State)
Reece Adkins, RS-Sr. (transfer from E. Kentucky)
Kylan Fox, Fr. (signee)
Projected depth chart
TE1 — Randy Pittman Jr.
TE2 — Grant Stevens
TE3 — Evan Morris
TE4 — Kylan Fox
TE5 — Reece Adkins
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Matt Murschel can be reached at mmurschel@orlandosentinel.com
