TE Gonzalez off to difficult start

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How have tight ends become such a big part of offensive game plans? With motion, or working these players out of the slot, teams can create man-to-man match-ups on linebackers or safeties. This puts tremendous pressure on defenses, and an athletic pass-catching tight end can have a huge impact on an offense.

Interestingly, while most of the aformentioned tight ends have continued their strong play in 2005, the player who has set the benchmark for tight end production over the past decade -- Tony Gonzalez -- is off to the worst start of his career. In the Chiefs' four games, Gonzalez has only 16 catches for a measly 8.1 yards per catch, with no touchdowns. He is frustrated. His detractors are wondering whether he's slowing down and his coaching staff is trying to figure out new ways to get him the ball.

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Gary Horton

Scouts Inc.

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Gary Horton spent 10 years in the NFL as a scout and another 10 years at the college level as an assistant coach and recruiter. He is the founder and most seasoned member of the Scouts Inc. staff, and his extensive experience at all levels of football make him an excellent talent evaluator.