Brandon Tate says he's an "under-the-radar" guy at youth camp

Posted Jul 1, 2016
Brandon Tate and Vincent Rey’s paths to the NFL started at rival schools under different circumstances. Tate is a former Tar Heel while Rey played for the rival Duke Blue Devils. Tate was considered to be one of the more talented receivers available in the 2009 NFL Draft, but slipped into the third round due to a torn ACL and MCL in his senior season. (Cincy Jungle)

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