Mercyhurst TE Russell Pytlak: a steady, late-blooming red-zone piece
In the 2024 season, Russell Pytlak emerged as a useful, physical tight end for Mercyhurst, finishing with 7 catches for 62 yards and a touchdown through six games, after managing just 1 catch for 9 yards the season before[2]. At 6-foot-3 and 245 pounds, with a sports-medicine background and a two-time all-conference high school résumé, he projects as a dependable, coach-friendly target who can handle dirty work and still flash in the passing game[1][2]. If you want toughness, experience, and a low-drama contributor who has already helped Mercyhurst in history-making moments, he’s your guy[3].
