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TE Hayden Hansen working with receivers in offseason to improve route running

Redshirt junior Hayden Hansen has led Florida’s tight end room in snaps over the last two seasons, logging the 2nd most snaps among skill position players in 2024. The near 6’8, 271-pound Texas native has been asked to block more than anything else in his career as nearly 70% of his snaps are in pass or run block situations. Despite being on the field often, Hansen has combined for just 27 catches, 357 yards, and three touchdowns in the last two seasons.

In an effort to improve as a pass catcher and route runner, Hansen spent much of his time this offseason working with the wide receivers, picking up on techniques and details that could help him become a more versatile tight end in 2025.