Zach Miller is a man among boys when he runs out of the tunnel in Sun Devil Stadium. He is only one of the few draft eligible prospects that has seen significant playing time since his freshman season at Arizona State. He is averaging 503 receiving yards and almost 5 touchdowns a year in a less-than friendly tight end system. His average of 47.6 receptions since his freshman year is among the elite of all tight ends to ever come out of college. Sure, he is only a junior, but all sig
ns indicate that he will be entering the NFL Draft this April. If he does return for his senior season, he will have to acquaint himself with a new quarterback, and possibly a new offensive system.He has a strong, punishing will when needed to block, and his athleticism for his position is greater than any other tight end in college football. Besides setting receiving records at Arizona State, Miller is also a very smart football player. Did I mention he is tied in touchdowns scored with Todd Heap? Zach Miller may be the second coming of Todd Heap. Clark Harris' inconsistent struggles this year may eventually boil over and force me to rate Zach Miller as the top tight end in the NFL class of 2007.
Dynasty owners can't forget this kid's name. Tight Ends are usually 2nd round or later material in dynasty drafts, but don't sit on Miller too long. I am expecting him to come out this season as I consider the circumstances at Arizona State University. I can envision Miller having an immediate impact in the NFL. His tenacity when blocking can not be overlooked and his brains will not allow him to not learn any NFL offense quickly.
As of now, I am giving Miller a second round draft grade. I expect him to perform well at the combine in Indianapolis, and his performance there could propel him into the middle of the first round. Zach Miller will help you build a winning dynasty squad, not detroy it.
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