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Mike Gesicki Will Be Penn State's Breakout Player in 2015

In our newest series, our writers name the Penn State football player they think will break out the biggest way in 2015. Up next, Jared discusses his pick: Tight End Mike Gesicki .

Despite the depth and talent at the tight end position, Mike Gesicki is poised for a breakout season. Let's take a closer look at the reasons why:

Development

The knee injury to Adam Breneman at the onset of the 2014 season basically guaranteed that Gesicki would not be using his redshirt in his first year of eligibility. While he did not set the world on fire, Gesicki showed flashes of great potential as a true freshman.