The preseason perception of Florida State’s tight ends has flipped in a dramatic 180-degree turn.
Then: Kyle Morlock is the only constant in a room with unproven veterans and talented freshmen. Now: Morlock wasn’t consistent, veterans have contributed more as blockers while freshmen Landen Thomas and Amaree Williams are proving to be athletic pass-catchers who are working toward fulfilling the all-around responsibilities of a tight end.
“Those are two long, lean, athletic bodies that can go catch and run routes,” FSU offensive coordinator Alex Atkins said. “They’ve always excelled at that.”
Thomas and Williams have made their share of freshmen mistakes, but the growing pains are understandable. The Seminoles (1-5) are playing freshmen for a reason, seeking dependable pass-catchers and developing them as blockers for the second half of 2024 as well as the future.
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Then: Kyle Morlock is the only constant in a room with unproven veterans and talented freshmen. Now: Morlock wasn’t consistent, veterans have contributed more as blockers while freshmen Landen Thomas and Amaree Williams are proving to be athletic pass-catchers who are working toward fulfilling the all-around responsibilities of a tight end.
“Those are two long, lean, athletic bodies that can go catch and run routes,” FSU offensive coordinator Alex Atkins said. “They’ve always excelled at that.”
Thomas and Williams have made their share of freshmen mistakes, but the growing pains are understandable. The Seminoles (1-5) are playing freshmen for a reason, seeking dependable pass-catchers and developing them as blockers for the second half of 2024 as well as the future.
Landen Thomas, Amaree Williams emerging, bringing energy to FSU's TE room
With struggles to find consistent veteran pass-catchers at TE, Landen Thomas and Amaree Williams have emerged.
