Pitt Among Four Programs Pursuing Transfer Receiver

Andy Jean recently committed to the Arkansas Razorbacks, leaving only Cataurus Hicks, previously of Louisville, and 6-foot-4, 220-pound Deuce Spann who left Florida State ahead of his final season of eligibility.

While returning starters Kenny Johnson and Raphael WIlliams Jr. give Kade Bell two very capable playmakers, and all three early-entry freshmen receivers proved more capable of helping Pittsburgh right away, most notably Tony Kinsler, Jean wasn't the only pass-catcher who left Pitt en route to the transfer market recently.

Casting aside his Div. II background, a young player has to be equipped with big-time speed, well-developed route skills, and more to accomplish nearly 1,200 receiving yards and an All-American nod among that competiton.

One would assume Tate wouldn't meet those numbers or even exceed the 1,000-yard mark. However, there's serious raw talent in the in-state product.

If the Panthers win this race, his development will continue, and he could pick up valuable coaching that could transform his game to a new level.

Stay tuned for the recruiting battle underway as it would appear the Panthers should have an entirely real shot to replace Jean with a young Division-II star receiver.