James Casey
NFL Draft Scouting Report

Tight End

Rice


College Position: Tight End
School: Rice
Grade: Senior
Height: 6-4
Weight: 245
Birthdate:
Draft Projection: Second
Overall Rank: Unranked
NFL Draft Position (Rank): Tight End (4)

Draft Result

Drafted in the 2009 Draft by the Houston Texans in the 5th round with the #16 pick.
The Texans take their 2nd consecutive tight end with Casey. Casey is likely a best player available type pick here whose versatility will earn himself a roster spot. Has the potential to develop into a good receiving tight end if he can get an opportunity in a crowded tight depth chart.

Mock Draft Results

Strengths

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Weaknesses

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News

Fantasy 101: Rating the Rookie Tight Ends - Aug 3 (Chris Maier)
2009 NFL Draft Report Card: AFC South - May 5 (Dan Wernery)
2009 NFL Draft Report Card: AFC North - Apr 30 (Dan Wernery)
2009 NFL Draft Grades (Chris' Take) - Apr 29 (Chris Maier)
Michael Oher and Brian Orakpo Highlight the Mississippi and Texas Pro Days and more Pro Day talk - Mar 26 (Chris Maier)
2009 NFL Scouting Combine: Who and What to Watch - Feb 15 (Chris Maier)
2009 Underclassmen NFL Draft Stock Report - Jan 24 (Chris Maier and Dan Wernery)