T.J. Hockenson

T.J. Hockenson has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Lions.

Fantasy Impact

Hockenson was unable to practice due to a shoulder injury. His absence could open some targets for Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison, but they'll be tough to trust with Max Brosmer behind center.

T.J. Hockenson did not practice on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Hockenson is dealing with a shoulder injury. He is off the fantasy radar with Max Brosmer behind center for the Vikings.

T.J. Hockenson caught his only target for two yards in the Vikings' 16-13 win over the Giants in Week 16.

Fantasy Impact

Hockenson has seen minimal involvement in the Minnesota offense of late, logging three targets or less in two of his last three games. The veteran tight end remains one of many victims of an underwhelming Minnesota passing attack for fantasy managers, with a Week 17 contest against the Detroit Lions up next.

In a game where passing opportunities were scarce, T.J. Hockenson maximized his involvement to tie for the team lead in receiving yardage during Sunday's win over Dallas. The tight end hauled in four of his five targets for 66 yards, securing a significant share of the offense on a day when rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy attempted just 24 passes.

Fantasy Impact

While Hockenson trailed only Justin Jefferson in targets, the solid production stands as a bright spot in a challenging campaign. The veteran's output has been hampered by ongoing instability under center throughout the year, a factor expected to weigh heavily on his stock heading into the 2026 offseason.

T.J. Hockenson (shin) will play in Sunday night's game against the Dallas Cowboys.

Fantasy Impact

Hockenson missed a bit of practice this week while nursing a shin injury, but he has been fully cleared to play ahead of Minnesota's matchup against the Vikings on Sunday night. He should be a full go but doesn't project to be a strong fantasy option in that game.