The 6-foot-6 Melson has drawn collegiate interest as a pitcher and a tight end/wide receiver hybrid.
How many sports do you play? Football, basketball and baseball. Football and baseball are my top two.
Your height must be an advantage as a pitcher. It is. I can give the other team a different look. It can be kind of intimidating. I can stride out there and get a lot closer to the plate.
Describe your role on the football team? I'm listed as a tight end, but I'm more like a slot receiver. I do more receiving than blocking.
What is the strongest part of your game? I'm not afraid to go after the ball and catch it as I'm getting hit. I excel at running after the catch.
How fast are you? My last 40[-yard dash] was 4.61.
What are you doing this summer to prepare for your senior year? I'm playing baseball for [American] Legion Post 98. And I'm probably going to a few football camps.
Which colleges contacted you? In football, mostly Division II, like Mankato, Southwest Minnesota State, Bemidji, Duluth, Augustana. In baseball, a few people have contacted me about showcases.
