It’s no secret Clemson’s production at the tight end position, at least in terms of catches and yards, has decreased significantly since Jordan Leggett – one of the best tight ends in program history – departed for the NFL after the 2016 season.
In 2015 and 2016, Leggett totaled 86 receptions for 1,261 yards and 15 touchdowns while averaging 14.6 yards per catch. In the three seasons since the former All-American moved on to the NFL, eight Clemson tight ends have combined to catch just 66 passes for 656 yards and four touchdowns, averaging just 9.9 yards per reception.