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2019 NFL Scouting Combine: Day 3 draft prospects 49ers should watch

By Matt Stephenson

LEXINGTON, KY - NOVEMBER 03: Jordan Jones #34 of the Kentucky Wildcats celebrates after a goal line stop in the fourth quarter of the game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Kroger Field on November 3, 2018 in Lexington, Kentucky. Georgia won 34-17. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)
LEXINGTON, KY - NOVEMBER 03: Jordan Jones #34 of the Kentucky Wildcats celebrates after a goal line stop in the fourth quarter of the game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Kroger Field on November 3, 2018 in Lexington, Kentucky. Georgia won 34-17. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) /
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BOISE, ID – NOVEMBER 4: Wide receiver Cedrick Wilson #1 of the Boise State Broncos and tight end Josh Oliver #89 of the San Jose State Spartans go after an onside kick during second half action on November 4, 2016 at Albertsons Stadium in Boise, Idaho. Boise State won the game 45-31. (Photo by Loren Orr/Getty Images)
BOISE, ID – NOVEMBER 4: Wide receiver Cedrick Wilson #1 of the Boise State Broncos and tight end Josh Oliver #89 of the San Jose State Spartans go after an onside kick during second half action on November 4, 2016 at Albertsons Stadium in Boise, Idaho. Boise State won the game 45-31. (Photo by Loren Orr/Getty Images) /

Tight end Josh Oliver

Josh Oliver out of San Jose State produced great numbers this past year. Coming in at 6-foot-5 and 250 pounds, he provides both the height and weight to create a mismatch and compete with smaller defenders to make a play.

Oliver recorded 56 receptions for 709 yards, averaging 12.7 yards per reception and four touchdowns in his senior year.

Oliver can be a physical player and has the potential to separate from defenders on his route due to his athleticism. He has great hands, often reaching above his head to make catches, while still possessing the skills to grab the low ball too.

While blocking isn’t one of Oliver’s strength’s, he is still more than capable in both run blocking and pass protection, a plus for a tight end.

He took part in the 2019 Senior Bowl, with the 49ers getting a first-hand opportunity to take a look at and assess the tight end. His athleticism and reliable hands will make him an appealing option at the position.