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Texas Tech confirmed today that Tyler Scalzi has been invited to Jets rookie mini-camp this year. This says a ton about Scalzi’s measurable’s, mentality and ability coming from a team that doesn’t typically use a FB/TE like they do in the NFL. But don’t let his lack of tangible stats fool you, because it’s certainly not missed by the New York Jets.
Congrats to #TexasTech's Tyler Scalzi, who has secured a rookie minicamp invite from the @nyjets! #WreckEm pic.twitter.com/QqTdRxo6gt
— Texas Tech Football (@TexasTechFB) May 4, 2017
Tyler Scalzi is 6’4 238 and is an absolute machine in the weight room. During Texas Tech’s pro day he had 37 reps at the 225lb weight mark.
Fullback/Tight end Tyler Scalzi pumping out 37 (THIRTY SEVEN) reps of 225. Has the highest vertical jump (36) and longest broad jump so far. pic.twitter.com/IqzLPJGxSx
— Drew Kohnle (@Drew_Kohnle) March 31, 2017
Scalzi’s main playing time game in short-distance and red zone opportunities. A physical presence on the end or in the back field and was a big part of the running game’s success over the past 3 years.
We will keep you updated on Tyler’s progress and path to the NFL throughout the summer.
Congrats Tyler! #wreckem