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Vikings give tight end T.J. Hockenson their Ed Block Courage Award

Vikings players voted tight end T.J. Hockenson this year’s Ed Block Courage Award recipient. The Ed Block Courage Award Foundation honors players “who exemplify commitments to the principles of sportsmanship and courage.” An annual offseason event to celebrate the league winners is typically held in Baltimore. “Having my teammates and everybody here vote for me… Continue reading Vikings give tight end T.J. Hockenson their Ed Block Courage Award

T.J. Hockenson receives Ed Block Courage Award for recovery following knee surgery

The Minnesota Vikings on Friday announced tight end T.J. Hockenson will receive the team’s 2024 Ed Block Courage Award — an honor given to a player from each team who “exemplifies commitment to the principles of sportsmanship and courage.” Hockenson — coming off a knee surgery that cut his 2023 season short — made his… Continue reading T.J. Hockenson receives Ed Block Courage Award for recovery following knee surgery

T.J. Hockenson Selected as Vikings 2024 Ed Block Courage Award

EAGAN, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings on Friday announced the selection of T.J. Hockenson as the team’s 2024 Ed Block Courage Award recipient. Hockenson was recognized for overcoming a torn ACL he suffered on Dec. 24, 2023, and returning to action in Week 9 against the Indianapolis Colts on Nov. 3, 2024. His season debut… Continue reading T.J. Hockenson Selected as Vikings 2024 Ed Block Courage Award

Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson booed early, then silenced in return to Detroit

They grabbed two interceptions off Lions quarterback Jared Goff, marking only the third time all season Goff threw multiple picks in a game. Goff opened the game dicing up Vikings blitzes, but safety Josh Metellus got the upper hand when he tipped a hurried Goff throw into the air for linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. to… Continue reading Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson booed early, then silenced in return to Detroit

Vikings’ T.J. Hockenson focused on team stakes vs. the Lions

That sentiment does not seem to have morphed into any sort of resentment for Joseph or his former team. Hockenson denied that Sunday’s matchup held any extra weight because of his injury. “Injuries happen in this game and in this league,” Hockenson said. “I’m excited to play ‘em for sure, and I’m excited to be… Continue reading Vikings’ T.J. Hockenson focused on team stakes vs. the Lions

Why Isn’t T.J. Hockenson More Involved In the Vikings Offense?

T.J. Hockenson’s four-year, $66 million extension reset the tight end market, signaling his value to the Minnesota Vikings. They had traded a 2023 second-round pick and a 2024 third-rounder for Hockenson and fourth-round picks in 2023 and 2024. Extending him was the final step. They had Justin Jefferson, their No. 1 receiver, and took Jordan… Continue reading Why Isn’t T.J. Hockenson More Involved In the Vikings Offense?

Vikings’ T.J. Hockenson: Finishes with 27 yards Sunday

Hockenson had two receptions on five targets for 27 yards in Sunday’s 27-24 win over the Seahawks. Hockenson struggled to put up big numbers Sunday, finishing with his second-lowest receiving total of the season against Seattle. The 26-year-old has been held scoreless in eight starts this season, resulting in middling statistics for a shallow fantasy… Continue reading Vikings’ T.J. Hockenson: Finishes with 27 yards Sunday

Bears vs. Vikings best bets, player props, anytime TD scorers: MNF picks on Jordan Addison, T.J. Hockenson, and D.J. Moore

With the Bears meeting the Vikings on Monday Night Football, we’ve got Jordan Addison, T.J. Hockenson, and D.J. Moore circled as our best bets to cash winning NFL player prop tickets.   Before we get to our MNF best bets, player props, and anytime TD scorers, check out these welcome offers from the top sports… Continue reading Bears vs. Vikings best bets, player props, anytime TD scorers: MNF picks on Jordan Addison, T.J. Hockenson, and D.J. Moore

Vikings’ T.J. Hockenson shares what makes Sam Darnold great

When Sam Darnold signed a one-year deal to quarterback the Vikings this past offseason, not many people thought the former top-five pick would have an MVP-caliber year. Darnold has helped guide the Vikings to an 11-2 record and battling for the No. 1 seed in the playoffs. Tight end T.J. Hockenson appeared on the Gojo… Continue reading Vikings’ T.J. Hockenson shares what makes Sam Darnold great