While he may be undersized or at least significantly lighter than a typical tight end, Oronde Gadsden II’s production was anything but light.

Gadsden proved to be a mismatch for most Syracuse opponents, as he rolled up 61 receptions for 969 yards and six touchdowns to pace the Orange last season.

While he did suffer through a couple off games in early November, Gadsden was a consistent threat, posting at least four catches and 66 receiving yards in nine contests last season.

Gadsden was named First Team All-ACC tight end prior to this season and to multiple national award watch lists, as well.

Maximilian Mang fills the blocking tight end spot for SU, appearing at the position in every game over the last two seasons. Mang was a minor contributor in the pass game last season, catching five passes.

There is some interest beyond those top two at the position.

Steven Mahar Jr. suffered a torn ACL in preseason camp and will miss the season, but Dan Villari, a former quarterback who transferred to the Orange from Michigan and converted to the position last year, started the final three games last season.

Freshman David Clement, who missed his senior year of play in high school due to injury, was enrolled at Syracuse for this past spring semester and is a very intriguing prospect at 6’6” and 275 pounds.

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