Some of these TEs end up playing on defensive line (see Marcus Spears) or maybe even converted to O-line if they can bulk up. So I don't put too much into the position itself.
Nevis is a blue chipper for LSU too, he was a top priority according to TB and TR - has had an offer for a while now. He dominated everyone at LSU's camp earlier this year.
Who are you thinking of? I can only think of one name that fits the description, of course that being Richard Dickson who started most of the season after Mit Cole had a medical condition that kept him out. Cole is a JR, Kyle Anderson isn't seeing the field, JD Lott doesn't seem like he's got the size for TE. Seems to me we have a definite need for young TEs.
that's AWESOME!!!!!! After Deas punked out, Al Woods needs a battery mate for the next few years! And Nevis seems to be a good one!
Six unexpected guys leaving early seems a bit high to me, but maybe. Also, Shomari Clemmons will count with this class as he'll resign with us and there are several recruits that may not qualify this year.