
Purdue’s veteran tight end with reliable hands and red-zone know-how
Cole Herdman is best known for being a steady, productive Purdue tight end, with a stretch of 29 straight games catching a pass and multiple seasons of meaningful receiving production, including 35 catches for 344 yards and 3 touchdowns in the 2016 season[1][7]. His differentiator is the “trust factor”: he’s a chain-mover who can work underneath, hold up as a veteran presence, and contribute in different personnel looks rather than just flashing as a pure burner. If you want a tight end who brings experience, consistency, and dependable hands, Herdman fits the bill[1][4].