Roush is a young player with time to learn behind two productive tight ends. The best early sign will be whether he turns every practice rep into trustworthy blocking and teams work.
Strengths: Fresh developmental upside, size for the position and a low-pressure learning environment.
Weaknesses: He is an unproven rookie who must refine blocking, route detail and NFL-level physicality.
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BearDownBriannaSep 1, 2026
Roush makes sense for the way Ben Johnson wants to live in two- and three-tight-end sets. He is 267 pounds, started 34 games at Stanford and caught 49 balls last year, so he is more than a sixth lineman wearing an eligible number. The receiving ceiling is not as exciting as Loveland's and rookie blocking usually takes time, but the foundation is strong. I have him at a six as a polished developmental piece who should earn snaps through balance rather than one elite trait.
Strengths: He brings NFL-ready size, extensive starting experience and the willingness to handle in-line contact. Roush finds soft zones, presents a large target and has enough hands and route awareness to punish defenses that treat him only as a blocker.
Weaknesses: He is not an explosive separator and scored only four touchdowns across four college seasons. NFL edge power will test his anchor, while Kmet and Loveland limit his early target share even if he dresses consistently.
