After arriving in Minnesota Tuesday night, former Detroit Lions tight end T.J. Hockenson spoke to Vikings media on Wednesday as the team’s newest member. The Lions traded Hockenson and two fourth-round picks for the Vikings’ second-round pick this year and third-round pick next year.
Despite being a key member of the Lions offense through seven weeks—he led the team in receiving yards—Hockenson said he actually saw the trade coming and wasn’t surprised by it.
“No, I kinda knew,” said Hockenson. “I had a little idea. I didn’t expect here, but obviously super, super excited to be here, honestly.