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Jace Amaro | Tight End

Team: Texas Tech Red Raiders
Age / DOB:  (21) / 6/26/1992
Ht / Wt:  6'5' / 257

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Texas Tech TE Jace Amaro officially ran a 4.74-second 40-yard dash on Saturday.
Amaro's unofficial times were a bit better at 4.66 and 4.62. But it wasn't his speed that had scouts talking. Instead, the former Red Raiders standout put up 28 repetitions on the bench, shocking evaluators who had slapped the "finesse" label on a tight end who predominately lined up outside. The number is especially impressive because Amaro's arm length is 34 inches, making lifting more difficult than it would be for a short-armed prospect. For sake of comparison, UNC's Eric Ebron had 24 reps and Washington's Seferian-Jenkins had 20. Both have shorted arms than Amaro. Amaro (6-foot-5 3/8 and 265 pounds) snagged 106 receptions and set an NCAA record for a TE with 1,352 receiving yards. Feb 22 - 6:59 PM

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Jace Amaro - TE - Red Raiders

Texas Tech TE Jace Amaro arrived in Indianapolis at 6 foot 5 and 3/8 inches and 265 pounds.

That is certainly a stout size for a fluid receiving tight end. Amaro lined up in the slot 87.5 percent of the time, according to Rotoworld contributor Greg Peshek, but displayed more inline blocking this year than previously seen. For comparison, Jimmy Graham measured in at 6'6/260 pounds at the Combine.
Source: Andrew Perloff on Twitter
Feb 20 - 1:41 PM
Jace Amaro - TE - Red Raiders

ESPN's Mel Kiper believes 10 or more pass-catchers could be selected in the first round.

In that count, Kiper includes tight ends such as UNC's Eric Ebron, Texas Tech's Jace Amaro and Notre Dame's Troy Niklas. At first blush, the number seems high, but more and more mock drafts are listing seven receivers in the first round. If that happens, the tight ends should help push the total amount of first-round pass-catchers into the double digits.
Source: Mel Kiper on Twitter
Feb 4 - 7:14 PM
Jace Amaro - TE - Red Raiders

Leading up to the 2014 NFL Draft, Texas Tech junior TE Jace Amaro has accepted an unpaid internship at the San Antonio Express-News.

Amaro declared for the NFL Draft on New Year's Eve. Players and agents go to all kinds of lengths to improve an athlete's draft stock, but this is one of the most clever that we've seen. Amaro, who was arrested in 2012 on two state felony charges for credit/debit card abuse and misrepresentation of age by a minor, is going to face character questions from NFL teams. His decision to accept an internship as a a sports blogger speaks well to his character (as a soon-to-be-millionaire who will work for free) and endears himself to fans. It also gives him a forum in which he can directly or indirectly address the NFL's questions. "I'm about to have a big change when I go from Lubbock to the NFL," Amaro wrote. "I'll be one of 50 players on a team, and everything I do is scrutinized. I want to see how the press has changed in the social media age. I think people are quicker to jump to conclusions based on what they see online, and they can get the wrong image of you."
Source: San Antonio Express-News
Jan 3 - 9:39 PM
Jace Amaro - TE - Red Raiders

Texas Tech junior TE Jace Amaro declared for the NFL Draft.

This could be considered the first flip in terms of decisions, but Amaro is a super talented receiving target who fits exactly what the NFL wants. He finished his final game with eight catches for 112 yards against Arizona State. Our own Josh Norris has ranked Jace Amaro as the top tight end in the country since October.
Source: Don Williams on Twitter
Tue, Dec 31, 2013 11:00:00 AM
Jace Amaro - TE - Red Raiders

Texas Tech junior TE Jace Amaro caught six passes for 83 yards and a touchdown in the school's 41-16 loss to Texas.

Amaro has been extremely vague regarding his upcoming NFL decision, but we hope he declares. Amaro is the kind of receiving tight end teams salivate over, since he can line up in a variety of sets. The junior has even seen more time inline this season and is a willing blocker. We wouldn't be surprised if Eric Ebron is the first tight end off the board, but Amaro should be high on many wishlists.
Fri, Nov 29, 2013 09:36:00 AM
Jace Amaro - TE - Red Raiders

Texas head coach Mack Brown compared Texas Tech junior TE Jace Amaro to a "bigger, thicker Jermichael Finley."

"I think he'll be a great pro player," Brown said Monday. "He's not a good player. He's a great player. Unless you give him special attention, you are going to lose the game." Our own Josh Norris has ranked Jace Amaro highly for weeks, and now lists him among the top 15 players in the entire draft. He fits where the tight end position is going in the NFL.
Source: Dallas Morning News
Wed, Nov 27, 2013 10:16:00 AM
Jace Amaro - TE - Red Raiders

Texas Tech junior TE Jace Amaro alluded to his draft decision on Twitter again.

"In the end it will all make sense," Amaro said. "Thank you for making my decision for next year that much easier." This tweet was likely in response to the Red Raider not being among the top three tight end finalists for the Mackey Award. Amaro might not be the typical tight end, but he is seeing more time than usual inline this season.
Source: Jace Amaro on Twitter
Mon, Nov 25, 2013 09:13:00 PM
Jace Amaro - TE - Red Raiders

Texas Tech junior TE Jace Amaro caught four passes for 55 yards and two touchdowns in the school's 63-34 loss to Baylor.

Amaro scored two early touchdowns but left the game for a long stretch of time after taking a huge hit on a route between the hashes. He hauled that one in but dropped another contested catch. We still love Amaro's talent and almost expect him to declare for May's draft, despite the tight end saying otherwise earlier in the season.
Sun, Nov 17, 2013 11:59:00 AM
Jace Amaro - TE - Red Raiders

Draft insider Tony Pauline ranks Texas Tech junior Jace Amaro as the top draft-eligible TE.

"Dynamic tight end that’s quickly developing a complete game," Pauline writes. "Shows himself to be the go-to receiver that cannot be stopped. Makes the difficult reception in the middle of the field or stretches opponents vertically." UNC's Eric Ebron, who some place at the top, checks in at No. 2, with Washington's Austin Seferian-Jenkins at No. 3.
Source: TFY Draft Insider
Tue, Nov 12, 2013 10:37:00 AM
Jace Amaro - TE - Red Raiders

Texas Tech junior TE Jace Amaro told the media he has made his decision regarding his collegiate future, but would not disclose it at this time.

Many took Amaro's word in October that he would stay for his senior season, but we expect him to declare. The Red Raider receiving tight end flashes great skill, mobility, and hands catching. He has even improved his blocking ability, even when deployed as an inline option. Our own Josh Norris ranks Amaro as his top tight end in this class.
Source: Mike Graham on Twitter
Mon, Nov 11, 2013 01:23:00 PM
Jace Amaro - TE - Red Raiders

Prior to Texas Tech's final home game of the season, junior TE Jace Amaro suggested it might be his last at the school.

"If you have no other reason to go out to this game, come for our Seniors. Who knows, it might be my last game at the Jones too," Amaro tweeted. This goes against what the tight end tweeted a few weeks ago, but we aren't surprised. He and Eric Ebron are the top two tight ends in this class, according to our own Josh Norris. "I know my idea is to stay here all four years," Amaro said after the game. "That's the plan right now, and we'll just see what happens at the end of this season."
Source: Jace Amaro on Twitter
Sun, Nov 10, 2013 11:34:00 AM
Jace Amaro - TE - Red Raiders

Texas Tech junior TE Jace Amaro has caught at least eight passes in nine consecutive games.

Amaro snatched nine balls for 67 yards in Saturday's loss to Kansas State. Amaro is a mismatch nightmare in the passing game. We rank has him as the No. 1 tight end in the 2014 draft class.
Sat, Nov 9, 2013 09:33:00 PM
Jace Amaro - TE - Red Raiders

Texas Tech junior TE Jace Amaro caught nine passes for 67 yards in a 49-26 loss to Kansas State.

Amaro was slow to get going in this one and it appeared as if he was dealing with a left shoulder injury. The junior toughed it out and we still believe he is one of the top two tight ends in this class.
Sat, Nov 9, 2013 03:58:00 PM
Jace Amaro - TE - Red Raiders

Texas Tech junior TE Jace Amaro caught eight passes for 119 yards in the Red Raiders 38-30 loss to Oklahoma.

Texas Tech's offense lacked consistency in this game, with Davis Webb falling away from a lot throws. Amaro presents an excellent receiving mismatch and is exactly what the NFL is looking for.
Sat, Oct 26, 2013 08:25:00 PM