Cameron Latu was mostly used as an inline tight end who was a blocker but offered possession-receiving abilities at Alabama. He’s developed tremendously over the 2021 season as a receiver. While he missed a lot of 2022 with nagging injuries, Latu has shown what he is capable of at the next level, and that’s probably as a long term tight end two on a roster that heavily utilizes 12 personnel.
Cameron Latu
TE – Alabama Crimson Tide
HT: 6041
WT: 244
Year: Super Redshirt Junior
High School: Olympus (Salt Lake City, UT)
Rating: 4-star (0.9450)
Projected Draft Grade: Long-Term TE2
Projection: 4th/5th Round
Cameron Latu scouting notes
Pros:
- Latu changes direction well in small increments. Won’t switch the direction that he’s running, but can make minor adjustments work well.
- Very physical player.
- Latu has really come on this season as a possession-type receiver.
- Flashes the ability to catch through contact. Really become strong in this area in 2021.
- Shows a good ability to get downhill and consistently run block.
Cons:
- Doesn’t have good speed. Barely adequate for the NFL level.
- Didn’t run a complex route tree at Alabama.
- Not a strong pass blocker.
- Missed the first few games of 2022 with an injury sustained in camp.
