Gerald Everett

strengths

Effortless acceleration off the line with galloping strides to run away from defenders. Slender, but muscular and athletic body type. Subtle lean and hesitation in his routes to burst off his plant foot and square patterns, providing a clean target for the quarterback. Quick, reliable hands to make acrobatic grabs look routine. True vertical threat, either down the seam or outside, with a second gear to finish. Catches the ball well in stride without gearing down. Has quick feet to sidestep defenders after the catch. Doesn't let crowds intimidate him. Fierce hands and aggressive mentality as a blocker. Productive starting experience and leaves South Alabama with the most receiving yards (1,292) and receiving touchdowns (12) in school history by a tight end.

weaknesses

Lacks prototypical bulk and growth potential for the position. Has added good weight since arriving at South Alabama, but weight has fluctuated. Tiny hands. Questionable vision as a ballcarrier and needs to be more decisive instead of trying to dance and make defenders miss. Excitable at the catch point and runs before securing, which leads to focus drops. Not doing much after initial contact and needs to better anticipate and absorb hits. Uneven blocking technique at the point of attack and needs to better utilize angles in the run game. Extends to deliver pop, but little sustain, falling off blocks.

Attended Columbia High School in Decatur, Ga.

did not play football at Columbia until senior year

was a three-year varsity basketball player in high school and also was member of track and field team

earned all-conference honors in football as a senior

graduated from Columbia in May, 2012.

Born June 25, 1994 at Atlanta, Ga.

son of Alicia Wise

major is communications.

2016

2015