Not to get into semantics, but Gronk is the traditional “Y” or in-line tight end, and Hernandez has played the “F”, or flex tight end position. I know some people have suggested putting Hernandez at “X”, which should be your most explosive wide receiver but I just don’t see it. He’s not a great blocker but he has the size to at least keep the defense honest against the run. Putting him out on the edge of the offense takes that away, and also puts his lack of “burner” speed under the microscope. Put it this way, you want Hernandez on linebackers, safeties or sub-corners, not Darrelle Revis.
They have until 4/19 to decide on Sanders, he’s a decent option but let’s be honest, it’s not like he’s guaranteed to light it up. Young had some off the field problems too, so I doubt he’s an option.
It leads me to think they really have to try and get a true X receiver in the draft. There are plenty of guys with potential this year. They just have to pick the right one.
Lots more on this in this B/R article I wrote earlier this week.