Fansided · Feb 27
T.J. Hockenson may be one move away from perfect redemption
Minnesota Vikings TE TJ. Hockenson | Brad Rempel-Imagn ImagesWhen the Minnesota Vikings acquired T.J. Hockenson from the divisional rival Detroit Lions at the 2022 trade deadline, he had an instant rapport with Kirk Cousins to the tune of 60 catches over 10 games to finish that season.
The 2023 season, despite Cousins going down with an Achilles' tear eight games in, was similarly productive for the veteran tight end. But a torn ACL late that season has led to a real downturn in production, and his usage as a blocker to help an injury-depleted offensive line particularly hurt him last season.
