Derek Carrier is fighting for a roster spot with the Oakland Raiders, where he’s ranked third on the depth chart. Carrier is 6’3″ 240 pounds and can run routes as good as a receiver. He’s tall, bulky, and uses his body very well.
Historically, tight-ends have been used for blocking and not so much for receiving. However, in the last 20 years with players like Shannon Sharpe, Rob Gronkowski, and Tony Gonzalez, the tight end position has become more of a receiving one. Most teams have 2-3 depending on their offense with 1 being the receiver and the other 1 or 2 being the blockers.