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LaPorta was a high school jack of all trades who played receiver, safety and was also an All-State basketball player but always seemed destined to grow into a tight end. Bakko is similarly versatile, also a good basketball player and will grow from a bigger high school split to a college tight end.

Multi-sport athlete who has been a standout in basketball, where he was an All-State selection and track where he has run as fast as 11.2 in the 100-meter dash and competed in high-jump and long-jump. Used in high school as a split end, but also plays defense and has returned punts and kicks. Springy athlete with sure hands and ability to make catches away from his body. Twitchy route-runner who does a nice job on slants and short routes. Will be a good college route runner as he continues to polish his technique. Good after the catch considering his size. Also gets handed the ball at times and can make things happen in the open field. Will need to fill in and get stronger. Has some, but not much experience with his hand down and attached. Very good athlete though who can be a FLEX/receiver hybrid who can be used in a variety of ways in college.

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