Although the graduation of all-conference standout and current member of the Chicago Bears Lachlan Pitts is notable, tight ends coach Jack Armstrong is confident the opportunity to step into the starting role is one his group is eager to embrace. A talented, versatile unit, the Tribe's tight ends will undoubtedly continue to make a significant impact in both the passing and rushing attacks this fall.
 
More info about W&M's tight ends is available below.
 
 
 Colton Turner • Junior • 6-4, 240

• Significant contributor who saw action in 11 games and earned five starts last season
• Emerging leader who will look to earn the full-time starting role this fall
• Outstanding blocker who has demonstrated physicality and explosiveness in the run game
• Excellent versatility
• Reliable performer who has a good understanding of the offense

 
Trey McDonald • Sophomore • 6-6, 230

• Expected to earn a significantly increased role this fall after appearing in all 13 games, primarily on special teams, last season
• Fluid, versatile athlete who catches the ball well
• Excels as a blocker
• Continued to gain a much better understanding of the offense during the offseason

 
Sean McElwain • R-Freshman • 6-5, 215

• Redshirted last season after appearing in just two games
• Flashed his potential with a 48-yard touchdown catch in the NCAA Playoff win against Gardner-Webb
• Made good progress during the offseason, both physically and mentally
• Versatile player with good length who catches the ball well
• Fearless competitor

 
Owen Copeland • R-Freshman • 6-4, 220

• Excels as a receiver and is the best route runner among the tight ends
• Possess good hands and has displayed play-making ability
• Good length and size
• Progressed well during the offseason