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Vikings' Hockenson Underwhelms Ahead of Primetime Matchup with Chargers
23 Oct
Summary
- Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson has underperformed this season
- Hockenson caught 6 passes for 43 yards in last week's loss to Eagles
- Chargers have limited opposing tight ends to just 7.3 fantasy points per game
As the 2025 NFL season reaches Week 8, the Minnesota Vikings are set to take on the Los Angeles Chargers in a primetime Thursday night showdown. However, the fantasy football outlook for Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson appears bleak heading into this matchup.
Hockenson, a veteran Pro Bowler, has underwhelmed so far this season, failing to live up to his high draft status. In last Sunday's 28-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, Hockenson caught 6 of his 9 targets for 43 yards, finishing in the 16-21 range among tight ends in all scoring formats.
Unfortunately for Hockenson and his fantasy owners, the Chargers have been stifling opposing tight ends this year, allowing just 271 yards off 27 receptions and holding them to an average of 7.3 fantasy points per game. This suggests that Hockenson could be in for another disappointing outing in the primetime clash.
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With Hockenson's lack of production and the tough matchup against the Chargers, fantasy football managers are advised to keep the Vikings tight end on the bench for this week's contest.
