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 Measurables:
Combine height: 6-3
Combine weight: 246 pounds
Combine 40 time: 4.78 seconds
Stats:
Casey enters the draft after a productive sophomore season in which he recorded 111 receptions for 1,329 yards and 13 touchdowns; he added 57 rushing attempts for 248 yards (4.4 yards per carry) and six touchdowns, many of them coming in a specially designed “Thor” package to capitalize on his versatility. For his two-year stay at Rice (following four years in the White Sox minor league system), Casey caught 157 balls for 1,914 yards and 17 touchdowns, with 102 rushes for 392 yards and 11 more scores.
Skill Set:
Without question Casey’s biggest selling points are his athleticism and versatility. After four seasons in the White Sox system he came to Rice as a linebacker, then at various times during his two years with the Owls played defensive end, quarterback, wide receiver, H-back, and tight end as well as returned punts, held for kicks and served as backup long snapper. He has good hands and natural running instincts; NFL Draft Scout notes that more than half of his 91 touches as a freshman went for first downs or touchdowns. He also has good strength (28 reps at 225 at the Combine, tied for best among tight ends) and the football sense to successfully tackle multiple positions.
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