the veteran UCF tight end who brought size, blocking grit, and red-zone value
Justin Tukes was a 6-foot-5, 250-pound tight end for UCF whose value came from physical run blocking, catch radius, and reliable red-zone upside rather than huge volume; in the 2013 season, he posted 13 receptions for 116 yards, and UCF’s roster/stats pages and recruiting profiles consistently described him as a long, strong, old-school TE with a reputation for toughness and versatility. He was rated as a three-star recruit and ranked among the nation’s better tight end prospects coming out of Georgia, which helps explain why he fit as a rugged, developmental piece for teams that want a blocker who can still threaten seams and short areas.
