2* on ESPN, ranked 127, 9 spots in front of Hegedus:
Crane is one of those guys you can't help but like. There will be faster and quicker players in the class, but with Crane you get consistency and a guy that knows how to get open. He catches the ball extremely well, runs adequately, not great, but he can play inside or outside and is really good when inside vs. zone coverage. He is a Brian Finneran type. Has long legs and good size. Has potential to be an effective guy in the red area and flashes these traits at this level. Gets into routes quickly and works to get open. He's not going to offer a lot at the next level after the catch, but is a big target as an intermediate-to-deep receiver and knows how to utilize his size. Attacks the corners leverage and consistently utilizes his strong hands to get an outside release. Can be difficult to jam off the line and reroute. Runs crisp routes. Doesn't show great separation speed and burst out of his cuts, but attacks the football with arm extension and has a large catch radius. Is a difficult matchup for linebackers underneath on drags and option routes. Snags the ball well in traffic and can absorb the big hit. Adjust his body well to the downfield throw and difficult pass. Crane does not run great nor is he an explosive guy with the ball in his hands. He is steady and productive and tough. Solid prospect with many redeeming traits.