This dude got so much (unwarranted) hate early in the season, especially after his extension, but he’s done nothing but impress in his fourth year as a safety valve, blocker, and redzone threat.
Definitely one of Poles’ best moves as a GM so far, despite the earlier general consensus that we overspent on him among the fanbase. He could soon make a case for being a top 5 TE in the NFL, and he doesn’t get nearly enough recognition.
I was whelmed with him at ND, whelmed with him his first few years. He is that guy though. I’ve been thoroughly impressed with him this year. Heck, since his one handed catch in stride last year.