TE · Minnesota Vikings · bye week 6
T.J. Hockenson
T.J. Hockenson fantasy outlook for week 9 vs BUF. Chance to play: 100%.
This week's projection and range of outcomes
| Scoring | Projection | 80% range (P10 to P90) | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 5.8 | 0.7 to 12.0 | TE18 |
| Half PPR | 8.0 | 1.6 to 15.3 | TE12 |
| PPR | 10.2 | 2.7 to 18.4 | TE12 |
The range is Margin's: how far real outcomes landed from projections like this one, by position and size, over 2019 to 2025. It assumes he plays.
Matchup
- Game: vs BUF
- Line: BUF −2.5, O/U 46.5
- MIN implied total: 22.0
- BUF allow the 8th-fewest TE points (−1.1 a game, schedule-adjusted)
Recent usage
| Week | Opponent | Snap share | Targets | Carries | Points (half PPR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 4 | MIA | 83% | 13 | — | 18.4 |
| Week 5 | NO | 3% | 1 | — | 1.2 |
| Week 7 | IND | 76% | 5 | — | 11.5 |
| Week 8 | DET | 83% | 5 | — | 13.8 |
Season range
63.0 points so far; 142.0 projected for the season (80% range 118.6 to 165.5, half PPR, 10 games left).
T.J. Hockenson 2026 game log and weekly projections
Half-PPR points and projection by week. Each linked week has its own page with the full stat line, all three scorings and everyone in the game.
| Week | Opponent | Points | Proj. | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | vs GB | 11.6 | 6.8 | TE9 |
| Week 2 | @ CHI | 4.4 | 7.2 | TE24 |
| Week 3 | @ TB | 2.1 | 6.9 | TE47 |
| Week 4 | vs MIA | 18.4 | 7.8 | TE2 |
| Week 5 | @ NO | 1.2 | 8.2 | TE49 |
| Week 6 | Bye | — | — | — |
| Week 7 | vs IND | 11.5 | 7.9 | TE8 |
| Week 8 | @ DET | 13.8 | 8.6 | TE7 |
| Week 9 | vs BUF | — | 8.0 | upcoming |
| Week 10 | @ GB | — | 8.3 | upcoming |
| Week 11 | @ SF | — | 7.7 | upcoming |
| Week 12 | vs ATL | — | 7.9 | upcoming |
| Week 13 | vs CAR | — | 7.6 | upcoming |
| Week 14 | @ NE | — | 7.8 | upcoming |
| Week 15 | vs DET | — | 9.0 | upcoming |
| Week 16 | vs WAS | — | 9.3 | upcoming |
| Week 17 | @ NYJ | — | 8.3 | upcoming |
| Week 18 | vs CHI | — | 8.6 | upcoming |
T.J. Hockenson 2026 stats and fantasy points
63.0 half-PPR points in 7 games (9.0 a game), TE12 so far. PPR 78.5, standard 47.5.
| Stat | Total | Per game |
|---|---|---|
| Targets | 37 | 5.3 |
| Receptions | 31 | 4.4 |
| Receiving yards | 295 | 42.1 |
| Receiving TDs | 3 | 0.4 |
T.J. Hockenson rest of season outlook
Margin projects 82.5 half-PPR points over his 10 remaining games (8.2 a game), TE11 the rest of the way. PPR 105.7, standard 59.3.
His start and his outlook agree (TE12 to date, TE11 from here): his trade price should match his projection.
Start or sit T.J. Hockenson in week 9?
Start in most leagues. T.J. Hockenson is TE12 by projection in week 9. The last starter in a 12-team league (TE12) is projected for 8.0 half-PPR points; Margin gives T.J. Hockenson a 41% chance to score at least that.
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Questions
What is T.J. Hockenson's fantasy projection for week 9?
8.0 half-PPR points (10.2 PPR, 5.8 standard), with an 80% range of 1.6 to 15.3.
Should I start T.J. Hockenson in week 9?
Start in most leagues. T.J. Hockenson is TE12 by projection in week 9. The last starter in a 12-team league (TE12) is projected for 8.0 half-PPR points; Margin gives T.J. Hockenson a 41% chance to score at least that.
How many fantasy points has T.J. Hockenson scored in 2026?
63.0 half-PPR points in 7 games (9.0 per game), TE12 at his position; 78.5 in PPR and 47.5 in standard.
What is T.J. Hockenson's rest of season outlook?
Margin projects 82.5 half-PPR points over his 10 remaining games (8.2 a game), TE11 the rest of the way. PPR 105.7, standard 59.3.
Should I trade for T.J. Hockenson?
His start and his outlook agree (TE12 to date, TE11 from here): his trade price should match his projection. Connect your league and Margin prices any trade against your roster.
Is T.J. Hockenson injured?
T.J. Hockenson has no injury designation. His chance to play in week 9: 100%.
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