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New England Patriots Roster Recap: Tight Ends

By Marcus Stanois

Oct 30, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) during the game against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Hoffman-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 30, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) during the game against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Hoffman-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 1, 2016; Fort Collins, CO, USA; Wyoming tight end Jacob Hollister looks for an opening in the Colorado State Rams defense at Hughes Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Austin Humphreys/The Coloradoan via USA TODAY Sports
Oct 1, 2016; Fort Collins, CO, USA; Wyoming tight end Jacob Hollister looks for an opening in the Colorado State Rams defense at Hughes Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Austin Humphreys/The Coloradoan via USA TODAY Sports /

Jacob Hollister, age 23

Following the 2017 draft, the Patriots signed undrafted twin brothers Jacob and Cody Hollister. Jacob, a tight end, and Cody, a wide receiver.

Hollister played three seasons at Wyoming amassing 75 catches, 1,114 yards, and twelve touchdowns.

Doug Kyed of NESN wrote the following about Hollister:

"“He can play in-line, but he also came out of the backfield, aligned in the slot and was split out wide at Wyoming. His best attribute is his big-play ability. He caught seven of 11 deep targets for 189 yards in 2016”"

Since the draft, the Patriots have released tight ends, Rob Housler and Michael Williams, reducing the crowd at tight end.

While he lacks their experience, Hollister is a better athlete than both Lengel and O’Shaughnessy. It wouldn’t be unlikely if the Patriots sign Hollister to the practice squad as a developable prospect and emergency back-up.

Hollister’s pro day results courtesy of NFL Draft Diamonds

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