Good to hear from someone who watched full games.
4th or 5th round he will be gone after that IMO. 3rd round is too early.
He won't last until the 7th round
You should tell the folks at PFF that.
OP is doing Luepke a disservice by calling him a “true fullback”. Modern fullback would be a better description. Not saying he will definitely fulfill his potential, but Luepke is comparable to a Kyle Juszczyk that can possibly catch 30-35 passes a year and be a goal line/short yardage back. While also being an asset in blocking obviously.
Luepke is more than just a standard FB... Luepke is a player that moves the chains, either by blocking, running or catching. WC offenses use FB's because the concept is based on getting first downs and controlling time of possession...nothing flashy. He's not going to break off long runs or stretch the seams, but rather convert a 3rd and 5 on a swing pass or put his hat down in short yardage, either as a runner or blocker. As a viable weapon he'll have to be accounted for...I mean, he can be lined up in the I and then motioned out to the edge or slot, he's going to help stretch the defense out.
No TE is going to have the skill set Hunter Luepke has.
