2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Gavin Bartholomew, TE, Pittsburgh
Gavin Bartholomew is a 6’5 pass catcher with soft hands. The Schuykill Haven native has been starting for the Panthers for years. He is a big target and is not afraid to block.
Player Info
| Name, Jersey # | Gavin Bartholomew, #86 |
| School | Pitt |
| 2024 Class Yr | SR |
| Height, Weight | 6’5”, 250 |
| Position/Depth | TE/1st |
| 2023 Honors | All-ACC Honorable Mention |
| Season Viewed (yr) | 2023 |
| Games Watched | UNC, Cincinnati, Louisville, FSU |
Player Stats
| 2023 | GP 10, 18 Rec, 326 YDS, 1 TD, 18.1 YPC |
| 2022 | GP 13, 21 Rec, 283 YDS, 2 TD, 13.5 YPC |
| 2021 | GP 13, 27 Rec, 317 YDS, 4 TD, 11.7 YPC |
Player Summary:
Gavin Bartholomew was a 3-star recruit from Schuylkill Haven, PA and went to Blue Mountain HS. He signed with Pittsburgh in 2021.
In 2021 Gavin played in 13 games and had 27 receptions for 317 yards and 4 TDs. In 2022, Gavin played in 13 games and had 21 receptions for 283 yards and 2 TDs. Last season in 2023, Gavin played in 10 games, missing 2 due to injury and had 18 receptions for 326 yards and 1 TD.
Player Strengths:
- Plays with violent hands and good balance to gett off the LOS
- Catches well in traffic and uses his length to get balls, displays great body control
- Has great hands
- Has the frame to carry more weight if wanted
Player Weaknesses:
- Lacks the twitch and speed to create separation in routes
- Not as effective at blocking in the run game
