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T.J. Hockenson and the Minnesota Vikings suffered a devastating 30-24 loss to the Detroit Lions in Week 16. They are now 7-8 on the season and could potentially miss the playoffs.
Along with the big loss to their division rivals, the Vikings faced two other big setbacks, as both Hockenson and Jordan Addison were injured during the game. The tight end suffered a knee injury, while the rookie wide receiver is dealing with an ankle sprain.
How serious is Hockenson's injury? Will he play in Week 17? Let's take a look at the star tight end's status.
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T.J. Hockenson Injury Update for Fantasy Football
Hockenson was not able to return to the game after suffering a knee injury in Week 16 against the Lions. More clarity on his situation should be provided once the MRI tests are done later today. It is likely the franchise is expecting the Iowa product to miss some time. He might not play again this season if the Vikings do not make the playoffs.
Before exiting the game due to injury, Hockenson finished with four receptions for 58 yards on four targets. This is a huge blow for the Vikings, who have dealt with injuries to their star players throughout the season.
First, Justin Jefferson was placed on the injured reserve following a hamstring injury; later, Kirk Cousins suffered an Achilles injury; and now Hockenson and Addison will be sidelined.
T.J. Hockenson Fantasy Football Outlook
In 15 games this season, T.J. Hockenson has 95 catches for 960 yards and five touchdowns on 127 targets. He has averaged 10.1 yards per reception and 64 receiving yards per game this campaign.
His production didn't take a hit after signing a four-year, $66 million extension this season. After 16 weeks, he has recorded a total of 171.5 fantasy points in half-PPR-scoring leagues. He is ranked just behind Sam LaPorta among the tight ends with the most fantasy points this season.
His injury has come at a bad time for both his team and fantasy players, as everyone was gearing up for the end of the season. However, you can check for possible replacements for Hockenson based on the tight end rankings done by the RotoBaller staff.
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