WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (April 12, 2016) – Today's William & Mary football spring practice update features a look at the Tribe's depth chart at the tight end and fullback positions.

Tight Ends/Fullbacks Coach Mario Acitelli
"Our group's goal is to be the hardest working and most physical unit on the field. We are also working hard to be a versatile group that will enable the offense to attack opposing defenses in multiple ways. We've had a good spring thus far and are excited to build off that momentum when preseason practices start."
 
 

Tight Ends / Fullbacks

TE

#44 Andrew Caskin, Jr. (6-5, 240) Returning All-CAA standout who was one of team's top pass-catching threats last fall … Experienced tight end who has earned 17 starts during the past two seasons … Good versatility and can line up as a tight end, fullback or wide receiver … Emerged into a leader … Worked hard to improve his strength and speed during the offseason … Loves football and enjoys putting time in the film room … Incredible competitor who consistently practices hard … Good knowledge of the game … Became W&M's lone true freshman to start at tight end dating back through 1989 (records of starters is not available prior to 1989) when he earned four starts in 2014.

#86 Eric Hensley, Sr. (6-4, 255) Experienced tight end who has earned six career starts … Best run blocker of the position group … Consistently improved every season … Become a viable option in the passing game … Worked hard to improve ball skills and route running.

#82 Tyler Klaus, RFr. (6-4, 230) Talented young tight end who was a member of the travel squad for 11 games as a true freshman last fall … Versatile player who can line up at tight end, fullback or wide receiver, which gives offense added flexibility … Smart player and a quick learner who has made big strides in short time on campus … Excellent ball skills … Posted a really good spring and is expected to contribute in 2016.

FB

#37 Kolby Taylor, So. (6-2, 230) Former linebacker who transitioned to fullback last spring … Expected to earn starting role in 2016 after serving as a backup to all-conference fullback Andrew Weidinger last season … Possesses the physical tools to be successful … One of the team's strongest players … Physical fullback who plays hard and is a good blocker.