Summer is here, and it is everyone’s favorite time of the year, scouting time. Every year, we do Summer Scouting to preview college football for Bucs fans, but also give them an idea of names to follow and watch in the fall as needs pop up for Tampa Bay.
Are we going to write about quarterbacks? Offensive tackles? Edge rushers? You know it, but why? Because other NFL teams will draft them, just as they will draft every other position. It all matters whether these players end up on the Bucs, the Bears, or the Steelers. We write these so Bucs fans can be the most informed fans.
So if you are still with us, enjoy our latest Summer Scouting report as we prepare you for the Fall.
Film
- Penn State
- Ohio State
Background Info
- Listed at 6-4/209 lbs.
- 3-Star recruit according to 247 Sports
- Won the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association Division II state title in the 110-meter hurdles, 300-meter hurdles, and 4×400-meter relay
- Brother plays linebacker at Appalachian State
- Dad played at Ohio State and in the Toronto Blue Jays organization as a catcher
Notable career stats heading into 2026
- 12% Target share of the passing offense
- 34 Receptions
- 679 Receiving yards
Notable numbers from PFF heading into 2026
- 4.1 Yards after contact per reception
- 3.38 Yards per route run
- Average depth of target of 18.4 yards
- 0 Drops
- 13 Contested catches
Strengths
- Good footwork and lower body mechanics to be fluid in his movement
- Reliable hands
- Crisp route runner that lets him separate
- Showcases YAC ability with the ball in his hands
- Quick release off the line
Player Summary
Charlie Becker is a fun piece in the Indiana offense that should see a bigger role in 2026. He thrives out of the slot, but seeing him work outside would be a welcome sight. Becker does well to separate in his routes with his footwork and hips, but his burst, which he showcases off the line really helps him the most. He reminds me a bit of Ladd McConkey in his physical style as a receiver and blocker, and that leads me to believe he will be a favorite of NFL scouts next April.
This article originally appeared on Bucs Wire: 2027 NFL Draft Summer Scouting Report: Charlie Becker, WR, Indiana
