Summer is here, and it is everyone’s favorite time of the year, scouting time. Every year, we do Summer Scouting to preview college football for Bucs fans, but also give them an idea of names to follow and watch in the fall as needs pop up for Tampa Bay. 

Are we going to write about quarterbacks? You know it, but why? Because other NFL teams will draft them, just as they will draft every other position. It all matters whether these players end up on the Bucs, the Bears, or the Steelers. We write these so Bucs fans can be the most informed fans. 

So if you are still with us, enjoy our latest Summer Scouting report as we prepare you for the Fall.

Player Information

Player: Carnell Tate

School: Ohio State

Height/Weight: 6-3/192 lbs.

Player Background

– 5-Star Recruit

– Played WR, DB, and Returner in High School

– Attended the famous IMG Academy

– CFP National Champion in 2024

Career Stats Heading into the 2025 Season

– 70 Receptions

– 997 Receiving Yards

– 14.2 Yards Per Reception

– 5 Touchdowns

Notable PFF Numbers Heading into the 2025 Season 

– 67.8 PFF Receiving Grade

– 5 Yards After Contact Per Reception

– 1.86 Yards Per Route Run

– Average Depth of Target of 11.7 Yards

– 10 Contested Catches

Player Traits

– Excellent body control to maneuver his way through traffic

– Doesn’t look fast, but his long strides along him to cover ground quickly

– Has a big frame that he uses to get leverage in one-on-one situations

– Can surprise you with his burst after the catch

– Can be used outside, but is an interesting option as a slot receiver

Player Summary

Carnell Tate is someone that I don’t remember catching my eye during Ohio State’s National Championship run, but I enjoyed his film. He does a lot of stuff really well, even if he doesn’t do anything great. He has great vision and awareness as a ball carrier that allows him to excel in YAC situations. He has a big frame, he has good body control of that allows him to get leverage in one-on-one situations, and as a result, he has some success on the outside. Tate has some work to do with his route tree and developing more of his athletic traits, but he could be an interesting Day Two or Three option come next April for someone with high upside to bet on.