TE · Minnesota Vikings · #87
1.7 pts
1 rec, 7 yds
PPR scoring.
Week
Week 5
Matchup
New Orleans Saints
DFS salary
$4,800
Projection
9.0
2026 season (5 games): 23 rec · 202 rec yds
| 2026 · MIN | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 · MIN | 15 | 0 | 0 |
Heading into Week 6, Romeo Doubs, Kenyon Sadiq, Roman Wilson, Tre' Harris, Will Shipley, Kalif Raymond, T.J. Hockenson, Tyler Allgeier and Jacoby Brissett were all flagged as potential fantasy drop candidates. Their inclusion reflects concerns about inconsistent production or limited roles, making them riskier roster spots as managers look to fill holes elsewhere.
Source:RotoBallerOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
T.J. Hockenson left Minnesota's Week 5 game against New Orleans with an injury, coming just as Justin Jefferson returned from his own ankle issue. The Vikings also lost running back Aaron Jones in the same contest, adding further uncertainty to the offense as the team awaits updates on Hockenson's status and severity.
Source:ClutchPointsOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
T.J. Hockenson has been ruled out of the game, joining Aaron Jones, who is questionable to return due to a knee injury. His absence leaves the Vikings thinner at tight end for the remainder of the matchup.
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T.J. Hockenson was dealing with an injury during the Vikings' Week 5 matchup against the Saints on October 11. Details on the severity and his status moving forward were still being monitored, with updates expected as more information becomes available on his availability for Minnesota going forward.
Source:DraftKings NetworkOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
T.J. Hockenson left Minnesota's Week 5 game at New Orleans early after being injured on the opening drive, and he did not return. The setback came right after a strong performance the week before, leaving his status for upcoming games uncertain while the Vikings assess the severity.
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RotoBaller lists Week 6 fantasy drop candidates, including Roman Wilson, Tre' Harris, Will Shipley, T.J. Hockenson, Jacoby Brissett, Kenyon Sadiq, Tyler Allgeier, Romeo Doubs and Kalif Raymond.
Justin Jefferson returned from an ankle injury for the Vikings' Week 5 game against New Orleans, but Minnesota's offense then lost tight end T.J. Hockenson and running back Aaron Jones to injury.
Vikings running back Aaron Jones is questionable to return with a knee injury, while tight end T.J. Hockenson has been ruled out.
Vikings running back Aaron Jones is questionable to return with a knee injury, while tight end T.J. Hockenson has been ruled out.
Live updates tracked an injury to Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson during Minnesota's Week 5 game against the Saints on October 11.
The Vikings announced an injury to tight end T.J. Hockenson early in their Week 5 game against the Saints, following a strong performance the previous week.
T.J. Hockenson exited the Vikings-Saints game early with an injury, prompting questions about whether DraftKings bets involving him will be refunded.
The Vikings' opening drive in New Orleans was disrupted by an injury to T.J. Hockenson, immediately affecting the game against the Saints.
A fantasy football start/sit guide for Week 5 breaks down tight end options including T.J. Hockenson, Sam LaPorta, George Kittle, Tucker Kraft and others.
Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson, who caught all 13 targets for 119 yards in a 15-10 win over Miami, made a candid comment about Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray.