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- Weight:230 LBS
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Mason Tharp
DCTF Star Rating
Tight End
Klein Bearkats, Class of 2021
Status: Verbal Commit
- State Rank:NR
- Position Rank:#5
Tharp is a massive pass-catching weapon who scored 12 touchdowns in 2019 and also has some experience lining up as an in-line tight end. He uses his reach and long arms to his advantage as a pass catcher and as a blocker.
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