T.J. Hockenson - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Ruled out for Christmas Day Hockenson (shoulder) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Detroit.

Impact Hockenson was held out of practice all week due to a shoulder injury that he likely picked up against the Giants on Sunday, and the injury has been deemed severe enough for the veteran tight end to be sidelined for Christmas Day. John Oliver, Ben Yurosek and Ben Sims will step into larger roles in Week 17, though their fantasy floors will be far lower given that Max Brosmer is under center for the Vikings due to J.J. McCarthy (hand) being ruled out. Hockenson's next and final opportunity to play this season is Week 18 against the Packers on Sunday, Jan. 4.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

No activity Wednesday Hockenson (shoulder) was listed as a non-participant in Tuesday's walk-through practice.

Impact Hockenson hasn't logged any practice activity this week, so he'll likely need to be listed as at least a limited participant in Wednesday's session to have a shot at playing Thursday against the Lions. If Hockenson is able to play through the shoulder issue, he'll be working with undrafted rookie quarterback Max Brosmer, who has been named the Vikings' Week 17 starter with J.J. McCarthy (hand) ruled out. In Brosmer's lone other start in a Week 13 blowout loss to the Seahawks, Hockenson was one of the few Minnesota skill-position players to deliver a useful fantasy line, as he finished with six catches for 59 yards on six targets.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy has a fractured throwing hand. Max Brosmer to start vs. Lions

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Estimated as non-participant Hockenson (shoulder) is listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated injury report, Craig Peters of the Vikings' official site reports.

Impact The Vikings didn't officially practice Monday, but Hockenson is dealing with a shoulder injury that would've prevented him from participating had the team handled on-field reps. The starting tight end played 76 percent of offensive snaps during Minnesota's win over the Giants in Week 16, though he secured just one catch (his only target) for two yards during that contest. With J.J. McCarthy (hand) now looking uncertain for Thursday's divisional matchup against the Lions, Hockenson has to be considered a low-floor fantasy option for Week 17 even if he is cleared for action on Christmas Day.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

T.J. Hockenson Fantasy Week 16: Projections vs. Giants, Points and Stats, Start or Sit - Bleacher Nation Tight end T.J. Hockenson has a matchup against the 23rd-ranked passing defense in the league (228.9 yards allowed per game) in Week 16, when...

5 DAYS AGO • BLEACHERNATION.COM

T.J. Hockenson on J.J. McCarthy, Different Routes, Jalen Nailor's Year, Role in Pass Protection Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson addressed the media from the TCO Performance Center ahead of the Week 16 game against the Giants.

6 DAYS AGO • VIKINGS.COM

Season-high yardage vs. Cowboys Hockenson secured four of five targets for 66 yards during Sunday night's 34-26 win over the Cowboys.

Impact Hockenson surpassed 50 receiving yards for just the second time this season during Sunday's win, finishing tied with Jordan Addison as the team's leading receiver. Justin Jefferson, meanwhile, finished with just two catches for 22 yards on a team-high eight targets. Hockenson has drawn at least four targets in all but one of his last five appearances and continues to build chemistry with quarterback J.J. McCarthy, so he's trending up heading into a plus matchup against the Giants in Week 16.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

4 Takeaways From the Vikings' Win Over the Cowboys

The Cowboys dropped a second straight game against the Vikings on Sunday night. Here are the takeaways.

DECEMBER 15 • FOX SPORTS

4 Takeaways From the Vikings' Win Over the Cowboys

T.J. Hockenson Hauls In 18-Yard Grab For First Down Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson dives to snatch 18-yard pass from quarterback J.J. McCarthy.

DECEMBER 15 • VIKINGS.COM

T.J. Hockenson Goes Vertical For Leaping 29-Yard Grab Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockeson snatches a 29-yard pass from quarterback J.J. McCarthy.

DECEMBER 15 • VIKINGS.COM

Fine for Week 15 Hockenson (shin) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Cowboys.

Impact Hockenson missed Wednesday's practice but returned to limited participation Thursday. He's apparently fine to play this week, after catching two of three targets for 12 yards and a TD in the 31-0 blowout of Washington last Sunday.

DECEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings value Jefferson's impact in rocky season, despite his lagging production

Justin Jefferson has just four receptions for a paltry 15 yards over the last two games

DECEMBER 11 • Associated Press

T.J. Hockenson Talks Starting Fast on Offense, First Downs, Challenges of Facing Cowboys Defense Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson addressed the media from TCO Performance Center ahead of the team's Week 15 Sunday Night Football game against the...

DECEMBER 11 • VIKINGS.COM

Limited Thursday Hockenson (shin) was a limited practice participant Thursday.

Impact One day removed from not mixing into any drills due to a shin injury Wednesday, Hockenson was back on the field, signaling that he's trending in the right direction ahead of Sunday's contest at Dallas. Friday's practice report will unveil whether or not he enters the weekend with a designation for Week 15 action, but fellow TE Josh Oliver is on hand if Hockenson is inhibited or sidelined.

DECEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Cowboys cling to playoff hopes as Vikings visit with focus on McCarthy's growth

The Cowboys are set for a prime-time home matchup Sunday night against the Minnesota Vikings with Dallas still clinching to playoff hopes

DECEMBER 11 • Associated Press

No practice due to shin injury Hockenson was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice due to a shin injury.

Impact Hockenson logged his lowest snap share (56 percent) in a game this season this past Sunday against the Commanders, but he salvaged his two-catch, 12-yard day with a TD among his three targets. Perhaps the shin issue was to blame, but in any case, his status now will be monitored as the weekend approaches to get a sense of his odds to suit up Sunday in Dallas. Josh Oliver is the next TE up in Minnesota if Hockenson needs to miss any time.

DECEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota Vikings Team Press Conferences | Week 14 Win vs. Commanders | December 7 Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson, DL Jonathan Allen, OLB Jonathan Greenard, S Josh Metellus and OLB Andrew Van Ginkel addressed the media following...

DECEMBER 7 • VIKINGS.COM

Gets into end zone Sunday Hockenson caught two of three targets for 13 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 31-0 win over the Commanders.

Impact While the veteran tight end didn't see much volume, Hockenson did haul in his first TD since Week 9 and third of the season on a two-yard toss from J.J. McCarthy in the fourth quarter. All three of McCarthy's career-high three touchdowns went to TEs, an encouraging sign for Hockenson in what has been a tough season overall. He'll look to reach 60 receiving yards for the first time in 2025 in a Week 15 clash with the Cowboys.

DECEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

McCarthy, Vikings rebound with 31-0 win over reeling Commanders, who lose Daniels to injury again

DECEMBER 7 • Associated Press

J.J. McCarthy Finds T.J. Hockenson For Third Touchdown Pass vs. Commanders Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy completes a 2-yard touchdown pass to tight end T.J. Hockenson.

DECEMBER 7 • VIKINGS.COM

T.J. Hockenson Fantasy Week 14: Projections vs. Commanders, Points and Stats, Start or Sit - Bleacher Nation In Week 14 (Sunday at 1 p.m. ET), tight end T.J. Hockenson and the Minnesota Vikings will meet the Washington Commanders, who have the 30th-...

DECEMBER 7 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

T.J. Hockenson Talks Commitment to Improving, Challenges of NFL Season, Team Leadership & Culture Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson addressed the media from TCO Performance Center ahead of the team's Week 14 game against the Commanders.

DECEMBER 4 • VIKINGS.COM

The Big Picture: Justin Jefferson’s Silence Speaks Volumes on Vikings QB Situation

The Minnesota Vikings moved on from a competent QB in Sam Darnold, and Justin Jefferson is paying the price.

DECEMBER 1 • FOX SPORTS

The Big Picture: Justin Jefferson’s Silence Speaks Volumes on Vikings QB Situation

Leading receiver in shutout loss Hockenson corralled all six of his targets for 59 yards in Sunday's 26-0 loss to the Seahawks.

Impact Hockenson was the lone bright spot for Minnesota's passing offense after converting all of his targets into a team-high 59 yards. The 27-year-old tied his previous season best with six receptions, while the yardage did represent a new high-water mark in an otherwise disappointing campaign. With a 44-358-2 receiving line through 12 starts, Hockenson is providing the bare minimum at a shallow fantasy position for managers this season. That said, he offers little upside against the Commanders next Sunday.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

T.J. Hockenson on Confidence in Max Brosmer, Playing with Different Quarterbacks, Playing in Seattle Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson addressed the media at TCO Performance Center ahead of the Week 13 game against the Seahawks.

NOVEMBER 26 • VIKINGS.COM

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