- Hunter Henry
- #85
- Team NE
- Pos TE
- Status AActive
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Ties for team lead in targets
Henry caught two of five targets for 17 yards in Sunday's 15-10 win over the Jets.
Analysis: Henry briefly exited the game in the second half due to an undisclosed injury but was able to return, per Mike Reiss of ESPN.com. After finding the end zone in each of New England's first two games, Henry saw fellow tight end Pharaoh Brown score the team's only touchdown in this game. Offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien has a history of prominently featuring tight ends, and that has certainly been the case this season, though Henry faces competition for touches at the position from both Brown…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 24 at 2:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies another score Sunday
Henry caught six of seven targets for 52 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Dolphins.
Analysis: Henry has now topped 50 receiving yards with a touchdown in each of his first two games this season. The 28-year-old tallied only two scores over 17 games last year, but he's in position to be a relevant option in fantasy leagues after matching that total through two games in 2023. Henry will attempt to keep his strong start rolling against the Jets next Sunday.
Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 10:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Solid involvement in offense
Henry recorded five receptions on six targets for 56 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 25-20 loss to the Eagles.
Analysis: Henry benefitted from a game script that required New England to take to the air, in combination with the absence of both Tyquan Thornton (shoulder) and DeVante Paker (knee). Each of those factors inflated Henry's line to some degree, though he still out-targeted Mike Gesicki. Most importantly, Henry saw opportunity in the red zone and took advantage with a nine-yard touchdown catch late in the second quarter. He should keep a consistent role in the New England offense, but his fantasy…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 9:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared for Week 1
Henry didn't appear on the Patriots' Week 1 injury report released Wednesday.
Analysis: The Patriots should have both of their top two tight ends available for Sunday's season opener versus the Eagles, as Mike Gesicki had previously been managing a shoulder injury but is also off the Week 1 injury report. Though the Patriots could implement something of a timeshare betwen Henry and Gesicki, the two may frequently be deployed together in two-tight end sets. The arrangement could allow both players to yield some degree of fantasy utility in 2023.
Published: Wed, Sep 6 at 3:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Not suiting up Friday
Henry isn't in line to play in Friday's preseason game at Tennessee, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.
Analysis: Henry will make just one appearance during exhibition season last Saturday in Green Bay, where he didn't haul in his only target while playing 16 snaps on offense. Fellow tight end Mike Gesicki (shoulder) also won't suit up Friday, meaning the Patriots will go with Anthony Firkser, Matt Sokol, Scotty Washington and Johnny Lumpkin at tight end. Henry's next chance to play is a Week 1 matchup with the Eagles on Sunday, Sept. 10.
Published: Fri, Aug 25 at 4:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Emerging as red-zone target
Henry has been QB Mac Jones' "go-to-guy in the red zone" during training camp, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: While Henry has some new competition for targets in the form of free-agent addition Mike Gesicki, the 28-year-old Henry has been making plays in training camp, especially around the end zone, per Mark Daniels of Masslive.com. Although the Patriots list Henry at 258 pounds, the tight end indicates that he approached this summer weighing somewhere around the high 240s, and it looks like he's playing faster, per Daniels. Though the presence of Gesicki figures to impact Henry's target volume,…read more
Published: Tue, Aug 1 at 1:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Has new competition for targets
Henry and free-agent addition Mike Gesicki are in line to head the Patriots' tight end corps this coming season, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Since signing a three-year deal with New England in March 2021, Henry had been working in a timeshare with Jonnu Smith. With Smith having recently been traded to the Falcons, however, the Patriots elected to bolster their tight end corps by inking Gesicki to a one-year pact worth up to $9 million. In that context, Henry will continue to share snaps and targets in 2023, and, given Gesicki's upside as a pass catcher, Henry's week-to-week volume figures to fluctuate this season when both players…read more
Published: Fri, Mar 17 at 12:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Finishes season with 41 catches
Henry finished the 2022 season with 41 catches on 59 targets for 509 yards and two touchdowns in 17 games.
Analysis: For the second consecutive season, Henry -- who missed his share of time during his five-year stint with the Chargers -- managed to play all of his team's games. From a volume standpoint, the 2016 second-rounder's production took a modest dip from the 50 catches for 603 yards on 75 targets he logged in 2021, but it was Henry's drop from nine to two TDs that resulted in his overall fantasy utility taking a big hit. The 28-year-old's contract runs through next season, and Henry will once again be…read more
Published: Tue, Jan 10 at 9:22am by Rotowire.com
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Boost in production Sunday
Henry (knee) secured five of six targets for 52 yards in the Patriots' 23-21 win over the Dolphins on Sunday.
Analysis: With position mate Jonnu Smith (concussion) sidelined, Henry saw an uptick in volume and made good use of it. The veteran tight end's reception and receiving yardage totals were both second on the team for the afternoon, and his catch tally was a season high as well. Henry could be in for another expanded role in a critical Week 18 road matchup against the Bills, especially if Smith remains out of action.
Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 3:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as active Sunday
Henry (knee) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
Analysis: With fellow tight end Jonnu Smith (concussion) inactive Sunday, Henry has an opportunity to log added snaps and targets versus Miami. In that context, the 2016 second-rounder -- who has put up a 30/415/2 stat line in 15 games thus far -- is in a position to see enough volume to merit fantasy lineup consideration in Week 17.
Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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Slated to suit up Sunday
Henry (knee) is expected to play Sunday versus the Dolphins, Dan Graziano of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Henry departed the Patriots' first drive of a Week 16 matchup with the Bengals with a knee injury and was unable to return. He ended up being limited at all three practices of Week 17 prep, entering the weekend as questionable. Now, Henry appears as if he'll be active Sunday, something that'll be confirmed about 90 minutes before a 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.
Published: Sat, Dec 31 at 8:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable for Week 17
Henry (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins after practicing in a limited fashion this week, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.
Analysis: Henry's status is worth confirming ahead of Sunday's 1:00 ET kickoff, but if the tight end is available, he'd have a path to added snaps and targets versus Miami with Jonnu Smith (concussion) having been ruled out. In that context, Henry would have a decent chance to yield fantasy utility in Week 17 fantasy lineups.
Published: Fri, Dec 30 at 1:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice Wednesday
Henry (knee) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: The knee issue that Henry sustained during Saturday's loss to Cincinnati has him in the day-to-day category at this stage, while fellow tight end Jonnu Smith missed Wednesday's practice due to a concussion. If Smith is sidelined this weekend against the Dolphins while Henry is able to play, then Henry could see an uptick in targets in Week 17.
Published: Wed, Dec 28 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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At practice Wednesday
Henry (knee) was present for Wednesday's practice, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Henry is considered day-to-day ahead of Sunday's game against the Dolphins. Meanwhile, Jonnu Smith (head) wasn't spotted at practice Wednesday and if either of the two tight ends are out this weekend, the Patriots could elevate Matt Sokol from the team's practice squad ahead of the Week 17 contest.
Published: Wed, Dec 28 at 10:16am by Rotowire.com
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Day-to-day, chance to play Sunday
Henry (knee) is considered day-to-day but has a chance to play Sunday against Miami, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Henry was knocked out of Saturday's loss to Cincinnati due to a knee injury and, per Rapoport, is still sore, but the issue doesn't appear to be all that serious. Jonnu Smith (head) also suffered an injury Week 16, so New England's tight end room could be seriously depleted for a divisional matchup against Miami on Sunday. The Patriots' practice reports this week could provide further clarity on the statuses of Henry and Smith for Week 17.
Published: Mon, Dec 26 at 11:47am by Rotowire.com
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Done for day
Henry (knee) won't return to Saturday's game against the Bengals, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.
Analysis: Initially labeled questionable after exiting the Patriots' first possession with the knee injury, Henry will remain on the sideline for the rest of the afternoon and will finish the day without any recorded statistics. Jonnu Smith is the Patriots' only healthy tight end and should play nearly every snap during the second half of the contest.
Published: Sat, Dec 24 at 11:53am by Rotowire.com
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Hurts knee Saturday
Henry is questionable to return to Saturday's game against the Bengals due to a knee injury.
Analysis: Henry went without a target before exiting the contest to have his knee evaluated. If Henry is done for the day, Jonnu Smith will serve as the Patriots' primary tight end for the rest of the afternoon.
Published: Sat, Dec 24 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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Two catches in Week 15
Henry, who was on the field for 52 of a possible 65 snaps on offense in Sunday's 30-24 loss to the Raiders, caught two of his four targets for nine yards in the contest, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: After catching all three of his targets for 70 yards in the Patriots' win over the Cardinals last Monday, Henry's production dipped in a game in which QB Mac Jones threw for just 112 yards. While working in a continued TE timeshare with Jonnu Smith, Henry profiles as a hit-or-miss fantasy option in advance of New England's final three regular-season contests.
Published: Mon, Dec 19 at 10:19am by Rotowire.com
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Receiving yardage leader Monday
Henry secured all three targets for 70 yards in the Patriots' 27-13 win over the Cardinals on Monday night.
Analysis: Henry paced the Patriots in receiving yards, a tally he largely built on a game-long 39-yard grab. The veteran tight end's yardage total was also a season high, and he's now recorded at least 50 receiving yards in three of the last five games. Henry will aim to continue his upward trajectory in a favorable Week 15 road matchup against the Raiders.
Published: Mon, Dec 12 at 9:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches two passes Thursday
Henry was on the field for 47 of a possible 54 snaps on offense in Thursday's 24-10 loss to the Bills en route to catching two of his five targets for 13 yards, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Meanwhile, fellow tight end Jonnu Smith logged 17 snaps while catching both of his targets for six yards. Through 12 games, Henry has recorded 25 catches on 39 targets for 336 yards, but has only scored two TDs to date after finding the end zone a career high nine times in 17 contests last season. As long as he operates in a time-share with Smith, the 2016 second-rounder will remain a hit-or-miss fantasy option down the stretch.
Published: Fri, Dec 2 at 9:03am by Rotowire.com
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Posts best yardage total of season
Henry recorded three catches on five targets for 63 yards and a touchdown in Thursday's 33-26 loss to the Vikings.
Analysis: Henry posted a season-best yardage total and was targeted at least five times in a game for only the third time in 2022. The highlight of his performance came on a 37-yard touchdown catch, during which Henry got open down the middle of the field before weaving his way through several defenders into the end zone. He looked to be on the cusp of another touchdown one possession later, but he had a receiving score overturned after officials determined Henry didn't complete a catch.
Published: Fri, Nov 25 at 8:30am by Rotowire.com
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Logs one target Sunday
Henry, who was on the field for 53 of a possible 63 snaps on offense in Sunday's 10-3 win over the Jets, caught his only target in the contest for 20 yards, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Though Henry out-snapped Jonnu Smith (34 snaps) in the contest, it was Smith (four catches for 40 yards) who was more involved in the team's passing game Week 11. As Thursday night's game against the Vikings approaches, both of New England's tight ends profile as hit-or-miss fantasy options due to their ongoing timeshare.
Published: Mon, Nov 21 at 9:59am by Rotowire.com
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Records four catches
Henry recorded four receptions on four targets for 50 yards in Sunday's 26-3 win over the Colts.
Analysis: The Patriots seemed to prioritize getting their tight ends involved in Sunday's win against the Colts, as Henry and Jonnu Smith combined to see eight targets. Henry did the majority of his damage on a 30-yard catch early in the fourth quarter -- New England's longest play from scrimmage -- to help set up a field goal on the same drive. Overall, he now has three games with at least four catches and 50 yards on the campaign.
Published: Sun, Nov 6 at 8:51pm by Rotowire.com
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One catch in Week 8
Henry caught his only target for 22 yards in Sunday's 22-17 win over the Jets.
Analysis: Per Mike Reiss of ESPN.com, Henry logged 50 of a possible 78 snaps on offense in the contest -- as did fellow tight end Jonnu Smith -- but for the second straight game he was held to just one catch. With unsteady target volume so far this season, Henry profiles as a hit-or-miss fantasy option this coming Sunday against the Colts.
Published: Mon, Oct 31 at 10:52am by Rotowire.com
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One catch in Week 7
Henry, who played 44 of a possible 52 snaps on offense in Monday's loss to the Bears, caught one of two targets for 12 yards, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Meanwhile, fellow tight end Jonnu Smith logged 17 snaps while catching one of his three targets for four yards. Henry's quiet effort arrives on the heels of back-to-back four-catch outings, but with 14 receptions on 23 targets for 168 yards and one TD in seven games overall, the 27-year-old -- who scored nine TDs in 17 outings in 2021 -- provides only modest upside ahead of Sunday's game against the Jets.
Published: Tue, Oct 25 at 8:18am by Rotowire.com
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Another productive showing Sunday
Henry brought in four of seven targets for 61 yards and a touchdown in the Patriots' 38-15 win over the Browns on Sunday.
Analysis: The veteran tight end followed up what had been a season-best 4-54 tally in Week 5 against the Lions with a new high-water mark in receiving yardage and his first touchdown catch of the campaign to boot. Henry got loose on a nifty 31-yard play for his score with just under six minutes to go in the third quarter, and considering he logged a career-high nine touchdowns last season, there could be more end-zone trips coming whether he works with Bailey Zappe or Mac Jones (ankle) in the Week 7…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 16 at 5:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Reemerges in Week 5 win
Henry brought in four of five targets for 54 yards in the Patriots' 29-0 win over the Lions on Sunday.
Analysis: Henry produced season-high numbers across the board while working with rookie Bailey Zappe, who leaned on him a good amount as a security blanket. Henry has a pair of one-target games this season, but with nine looks over the last two games, his fortunes may be turning in that regard. However, Jonnu Smith's absence Sunday due to an ankle injury helped boost Henry's workload.
Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 4:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches two passes Sunday
Henry was on the field for 49 of a possible 58 snaps on offense in Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Packers, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Even with fellow tight end Jonnu Smith limited to 17 snaps due to an ankle injury, Henry caught just two of his four targets for 13 yards in the contest. If Smith is forced to miss time, Henry could see an uptick in targets during that span, but so far this season, Patriots tight ends haven't been great sources of fantasy production. Given the team's injuries at the QB position, Henry profiles as a hit-or-miss lineup option ahead of this coming Sunday's game against the Lions.
Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 9:38am by Rotowire.com
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One catch in Week 3
Henry logged 46 of a possible 66 snaps on offense in Sunday's 37-26 loss to the Ravens, en route to catching his only target for eight yards, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Meanwhile, fellow tight end Jonnu Smith, who was on the field for 32 snaps in the contest, caught all four of his targets for 25 yards. Back-to-back one-target outings don't inspire confidence with regard to Henry's Week 4 fantasy prospects, and with quarterback Mac Jones (ankle) now on the mend, Henry's upside in the coming weeks could hinge on building a rapport with veteran-signal caller Brian Hoyer.
Published: Mon, Sep 26 at 10:11am by Rotowire.com
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No catches in Week 2
Henry, who logged 34 a possible 68 snaps on offense in Sunday's 17-14 win over the Steelers, did not catch his lone target in the contest, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: For his part, fellow tight end Jonnu Smith was out there for 39 snaps Sunday, en route to recording three targets and zero catches. Looking ahead to Week 3, Henry -- who put up a 50-603-9 stat line in 2021-- profiles as a hit-or-miss fantasy option in advance of this coming Sunday's game against the Ravens.
Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 9:49am by Rotowire.com
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Two catches in Week 1
Henry logged 44 of a possible 57 snaps on offense in Sunday's 20-7 loss to the Dolphins en route to catching two of his three targets for 20 yards, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Meanwhile, fellow tight end Jonnu Smith was out there for 39 snaps, catching three of his four targets for 33 yards. With the Patriots not rostering a fullback, the team figures to feature plenty of two-tight end sets this coming season. In that context, both Henry and Smith should see steady playing time, but as long as there's a timeshare in play, Henry -- who recorded a 50-603-9 stat line in 2021 -- looks like a TD-dependent fantasy option.
Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 10:04am by Rotowire.com
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Two catches in preseason loss
Henry secured both targets for 23 yards in the Patriots' 23-6 preseason loss to the Raiders on Friday night.
Analysis: Henry logged his first target on the Patriots' third drive and finished with a productive showing relative to playing time. The veteran tight end was a success in his first campaign in New England in 2021, recording a career-high nine touchdowns alongside a 50-603 line while playing all 17 games. Henry should be in for volume similar to last season's 75 targets, at minimum, and he could well be a primary beneficiary of Mac Jones' expected leap forward in his second season.
Published: Fri, Aug 26 at 8:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Back on the field
Henry (undisclosed) returned to practice Monday, Mike Dussault of the Patriots' official site reports.
Analysis: Henry -- who finished the 2021 campaign with 50 catches (on 75 targets) for 603 yards and a career-high nine TDs in 17 games -- once again is in line to work in tandem with fellow tight end Jonnu Smith this coming season. While that's something that can cap Henry's target volume when both are available, the 2016 second-rounder's nose for the end zone should allow him to retain fantasy utility in most formats, so long as he can avoid missing time with injuries.
Published: Mon, Aug 22 at 4:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Not spotted in warmups
Henry, who missed practice earlier this week with an undisclosed injury, wasn't present for warmups in advance of Friday's preseason contest against the Panthers, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.
Analysis: It appears as though Henry is in line to sit out the contest, with the Patriots having signed Jalen Wydermyer to provide the team with added tight end depth ahead of Friday's contest.
Published: Fri, Aug 19 at 3:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Absent Wednesday
Henry was absent from Wednesday's practice with an undisclosed injury, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Henry went through a limited practice Tuesday before not being spotted at all Wednesday. The team hasn't disclosed an injury, but at this time, Henry's status for a Week 1 matchup against the Dolphins shouldn't be affected.
Published: Wed, Aug 17 at 6:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Good to go for training camp
Henry, who was limited some during last month's minicamp due to an undisclosed injury, has been participating in training camp, Paul Perillo of the Patriots' official site reports.
Analysis: As the 2022 campaign approaches, Henry --- who finished last season with 50 catches (on 75 targets) for 603 yards and a career-high nine TDs in 17 games -- is once in line to work in tandem with fellow tight end Jonnu Smith, a context that caps Henry's volume when both are available. That said, Henry's nose for the end zone should allow him to remain a startable weekly fantasy option in most formats, so long as the 27-year-old avoids injury issues as he did during his first year with the…read more
Published: Fri, Jul 29 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with undisclosed injury
Henry was limited during Wednesday's minicamp practice due to an undisclosed injury, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.
Analysis: Henry and fellow tight end Dalton Keene (undisclosed) were both limited, along with Jakobi Meyers (undisclosed) and James White (hip). Cox noted that all four offensive weapons spent the majority of the session on the rehab field, but the severity of their respective injuries remains unknown.
Published: Wed, Jun 8 at 11:19am by Rotowire.com
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Sets career mark for TDs
Henry finished the 2021 regular season with 50 catches on 75 targets for 603 yards and a career-high nine touchdowns in 17 games.
Analysis: For the first time in his career, the 2016 second-round pick played a full slate of games. Henry, who is signed through 2023, joined the Patriots as a splashy free-agent signing last March along with fellow tight end Jonnu Smith. Though the two operated in a timeshare, Henry was far more involved in the passing game in his first campaign with New England. In 2022, Henry and Smith are in line to continue working in tandem, an arrangement that caps Henry's volume when both are available. That…read more
Published: Wed, Jan 26 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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Leading receiver in loss
Henry caught five of six targets for 86 yards in Sunday's 33-24 loss to the Dolphins.
Analysis: The tight end led the Patriots in catches and receiving yards, but it was the team's backfield that accounted for all three of its TDs. Henry finishes the regular season with 55 catches on 81 targets for a career-high 689 yards and nine touchdowns, and he figures to be Mac Jones' most reliable option in Saturday's wild-card round clash with the Bills.
Published: Sun, Jan 9 at 10:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Three catches versus Jaguars
Henry was on the field for 39 of a possible 72 snaps on offense in Sunday's 50-10 win over the Jaguars en route to catching three of his five targets for 37 yards, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Fellow tight end Jonnu Smith out-snapped (42) Henry in the contest, but he was only targeted once (for a 20-yard gain). Henry's volume and yardage totals have been sporadic of late, but he remains on the fantasy radar due to his TD potential. Through 16 games to date, he's logged a 45/517/9 stat line on 69 targets.
Published: Mon, Jan 3 at 9:45am by Rotowire.com
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One catch in Week 16
Henry was on the field for 55 of a possible 64 snaps on offense in Sunday's 33-21 loss to the Bills en route to catching one of his six targets for nine yards, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Meanwhile, fellow tight end Jonnu Smith logged 21 snaps and wasn't targeted in the contest. Henry's Week 16 fantasy dud follows an effort last weekend in which he caught six of eight targets for a season-high 77 yards and two touchdowns in a loss to the Colts. A stat line somewhere in the middle of that range is a plausible projection for him versus the Jaguars this coming Sunday.
Published: Mon, Dec 27 at 10:17am by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone twice against Colts
Henry caught six of eight targets for 77 yards and two touchdowns in Saturday's 27-17 loss to the Colts.
Analysis: He was the leading receiver for either team on the night, and both of Mac Jones' TD passes wound up in Henry's secure hands on a pair of red-zone strikes in the fourth quarter. The tight end has a career-high nine touchdowns on the season through 14 games, and he'll look to reach double digits in a Week 16 rematch with the Bills.
Published: Sat, Dec 18 at 9:37pm by Rotowire.com
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No targets Monday
Henry was not targeted in Monday night's 14-10 win over the Bills.
Analysis: Henry's first game without a target as a Patriot came on a most unusual night, with the team throwing merely three times due to extremely windy conditions. Although fellow tight end Jonnu Smith was fortunate enough to haul in one of those attempts for a 12-yard gain, Henry was restricted to work as a blocker. While New England's game plan was sufficient to get the win Monday, Henry may look forward to a more conventional scheme once the team returns from its bye to face the Colts in Week 15.
Published: Mon, Dec 6 at 9:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Two catches in Week 12
Henry, who logged 41 of a possible 60 snaps in Sunday's 36-13 win over the Titans, caught two of his five targets for 16 yards in the contest, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Meanwhile, fellow tight end Jonnu Smith saw action on 34 snaps and caught three of his four targets for 49 yards against his former team. Henry's now had back-to-back quiet outings and profiles as a TD-dependent option in Week 13 fantasy lineups, while he faces a tough Bills pass defense on the road this coming Monday night.
Published: Mon, Nov 29 at 9:26am by Rotowire.com
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Active for Sunday's game
Henry (neck) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Titans.
Analysis: As is fellow tight end Jonnu Smith (shoulder), which sets the stage for the duo to continue to work in a time-share. In the context of that arrangement, Henry has been more productive from a fantasy standpoint, having put together a 33-378-7 stat line in 11 games compared to Smith's 22-210-1 tally over the course of 10 contests.
Published: Sun, Nov 28 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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On track to play Sunday
Henry (neck) remains questionable but is expected to play Sunday against the Titans, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Fellow tight end Jonnu Smith (shoulder) also heads into the contest listed as questionable, but if both are available, they'll continue to work in a timeshare versus the Titans. Confirmation on Henry's availability will arrive 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff, when New England releases its inactive list.
Published: Sun, Nov 28 at 4:58am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable versus Titans
Henry (neck) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans after practicing in a limited fashion this past week.
Analysis: The same applies to fellow tight end Jonnu Smith (shoulder), with the Patriots having listed a total of 10 players as questionable for the contest. Fortunately, the duo's Week 12 status will be clarified prior to the first wave of games Sunday, with New England and Tennessee kicking off at 1:00 p.m. ET. Though Henry's been working in a timeshare with Smith, he's been more productive from a fantasy perspective, recording a 33-378-7 stat line in 11 games compared to Smith's 22-210-1 totals…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 26 at 2:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited practice Wednesday
Henry was listed as a limited participant at practice Wednesday due to a neck injury.
Analysis: Along with Henry, fellow tight end Jonnu Smith (shoulder) was also limited in New England's first Week 12 practice, but at this stage, neither seems likely to miss Sunday's game against the Titans. That said, unless either tight end is able to practice fully by the end of the week, the duo could head into the weekend officially listed as questionable.
Published: Wed, Nov 24 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited to two grabs Thursday
Henry secured two of three targets for 25 yards in the Patriots' 25-0 win over the Falcons on Thursday night.
Analysis: The veteran tight end saw a two-game touchdown streak snapped, and he now has recorded two or fewer receptions in five of the last six games overall. Henry's knack for the end zone has helped keep his fantasy value robust despite his usually modest reception and yardage totals -- his 6-75-1 line back in Week 5 counts as his best performance of the season -- but in games where he's been held without a touchdown, he's been subject to some pedestrian stat lines. Henry will have an opportunity to…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 18 at 8:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Two more touchdowns
Henry caught four passes for 37 yards and two touchdowns on four targets against Cleveland on Sunday.
Analysis: The per-target efficiency here isn't sustainable, but the Patriots might have had reason to target Henry more often if the Browns hadn't folded up so early in the 45-7 loss. Although his ceiling might be capped somewhat in a Patriots offense that tends to spread the ball around, Henry has demonstrated a convincing floor in recent weeks and becomes a strong candidate to score whenever New England gets within range of the end zone. While his fantasy investors would love to see more targets, the…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 14 at 1:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Heads tight end corps Sunday
With Jonnu Smith (shoulder) inactive Sunday against the Browns, Henry is in line to head the Patriots' Week 10 tight end corps.
Analysis: Devin Asiasi and Matt LaCosse are on hand in reserve, but Henry should be busy Sunday with Smith, who he'd been sharing TE snaps with, unavailable. Nine games into the season, Henry has recorded 27 catches (on 38 targets) for 316 yards and five TDs.
Published: Sun, Nov 14 at 9:03am by Rotowire.com
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Nabs fifth touchdown
Henry had two receptions (three targets) for 19 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-6 win over Carolina.
Analysis: Henry continues to serve as Mac Jones' top red-zone threat, converting the duo's fifth score from within the 20-yard line this year. The veteran tight end doesn't provide gaudy yardage totals (35.1 yards per game), but his nose for the end zone gives him fringe TE1 value. Fellow tight end Jonnu Smith (shoulder) left Sunday's game with an injury and did not return, so Henry could be in line for a couple extra looks against the Browns in Week 10 if the former is unable to suit up.
Published: Sun, Nov 7 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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One catch in Week 8
Henry logged 50 of a possible 77 snaps on offense, en route to catching one of his three targets for 33 yards in Sunday's 27-24 win over the Chargers, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Meanwhile, fellow tight end Jonnu Smith was out there for 49 snaps and caught both of his targets for 13 yards. Henry headed into Week 8 action in the midst of a four-game scoring streak, though that came to a harsh halt. Looking ahead to next Sunday's game against the Panthers, he profiles as a TD-dependent fantasy option while operating in a timeshare.
Published: Mon, Nov 1 at 12:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone in drubbing of Jets
Henry caught two of three targets for 23 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 54-13 win over the Jets.
Analysis: Henry scored from one yard out in the final minute of the first half, bobbling the ball in the back of the end zone but ultimately securing possession. He has found the end zone in each of his last four games, and Henry could see a bump in volume if fellow tight end Jonnu Smith -- who exited early with a shoulder injury -- is unable to suit up Week 8 against the Chargers.
Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 5:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone again Sunday
Henry caught both his targets for 25 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 35-29 overtime loss to the Cowboys.
Analysis: The tight end caught a 20-yard strike from Mac Jones in the first quarter, giving Henry a TD for the third straight game. The two targets were a season low for the former Charger, but he's caught multiple passes in every game this year, and he's establishing himself as Jones' favorite red-zone option heading into a Week 7 clash with the Jets.
Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 7:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads way in passing game
Henry recorded six receptions on eight targets for 75 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 25-22 win over the Texans.
Analysis: Henry had his best game as a Patriot and also scored for the second consecutive week. He managed long receptions of 21 and 16 yards and also found the end zone on a catch from 13 yards away. Despite the encouraging results, Sunday's effort marked the first time that Henry topped 50 yards on the campaign. Henry is likely to continue to see limited volume as the Patriots spread targets to a variety of pass-catchers, including Jakobi Meyers, Nelson Agholor, Jonnu Smith and Kendrick Bourne.
Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 2:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Hits pay dirt Sunday night
Henry had four receptions (five targets) for 32 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 19-17 loss to Tampa Bay.
Analysis: Henry was finally able to record a touchdown after failing in the first three attempts with his new club. Fellow tight end Jonnu Smith logged three catches for 14 yards and a score in Mac Jones' first multi-touchdown game this year. Henry remains the more appealing option based on playing time, but both tight ends eat into each other's production and put a low ceiling on their respective fantasy values. The Texans are next on the docket for the Patriots' tight end duo.
Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 10:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches five passes in Week 3
Henry was on the field for 52 of a possible 72 snaps on offense in Sunday's 28-13 loss to the Saints en route to catching five of his season-high six targets for 36 yards, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Meanwhile, fellow tight end Jonnu Smith had a forgettable day, hauling in just one of his six targets (also a season high) for four yards while logging 30 snaps. Through New England's first three games, both players have recorded 10 catches and zero TDs while operating in a timeshare that caps their respective weekly fantasy ceilings.
Published: Mon, Sep 27 at 10:13am by Rotowire.com
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Catches two passes in Week 2
Henry logged 47 of a possible 58 snaps on offense in Sunday's 25-6 win over the Jets en route to catching two of his four targets for 42 yards, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Meanwhile, fellow tight end Jonnu Smith was on the field for 29 snaps and hauled in four of his five targets for 28 yards. In Week 1, Henry (54 snaps) and Smith (55 snaps) saw virtually identical workloads, but it's possible that Smith's decrease in action versus the Jets was related to the hip issue that had him listed as questionable for the contest. In any case, as long as a timeshare is in play, the duo of Henry and Smith will continue to cap each other's weekly fantasy ceiling.
Published: Mon, Sep 20 at 10:13am by Rotowire.com
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Catches three passes in Week 1
Henry was on the field for 54 of a possible 75 snaps on offense in Sunday's 17-16 loss to the Dolphins, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Meanwhile, Jonnu Smith logged 55 snaps, as the Patriots predictably featured their share of two-TE sets Week 1. In the process, Henry hauled in all three of his targets for 31 yards, while Smith ended up catching all five of his targets for 42 yards, while fumbling once (recovered). As long as both players are available, their weekly target volume will fluctuate, but on the plus side the duo does seem destined for steady playing time this season.
Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 10:52am by Rotowire.com
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Not listed on Week 1 injury report
Henry (shoulder) isn't listed on the Patriots' Week 1 injury report released Wednesday.
Analysis: With that, Henry is in line to make his Patriots debut in Sunday's season opener against the Dolphins. In a passing attack helmed by rookie quarterback Mac Jones, Henry is being counted on to combine with fellow newcomer Jonnu Smith to form a potent one-two pass-catching punch at tight end.
Published: Wed, Sep 8 at 2:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Expects to play in Week 1
Henry (shoulder) indicated Monday that he expects to play against the Dolphins in Sunday's regular-season opener, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.
Analysis: Henry is bouncing back from a shoulder injury that he suffered during practice Aug. 8, but it appears as though he's trending toward suiting up Week 1, barring any setbacks. Added clarity with regard to his status should arrive no later than Wednesday, when the Patriots submit their first practice/injury report of the 2021 season. Once cleared to play, Henry is slated to combine with fellow newcomer Jonnu Smith to form a potent one-two punch in a New England offense that figures to roll out…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 6 at 2:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Sunday
Henry (shoulder) didn't suit up for Sunday's preseason finale versus the Giants, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Henry has been managing a shoulder injury that has limited him in practice, so this comes as no surprise. The tight end now will shift his focus to readying for Week 1 action, when he'll look to combine with fellow free-agent acquisition Jonnu Smith to form a potent one-two punch at a position that wasn't very productive for the Patriots in 2020.
Published: Sun, Aug 29 at 2:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Does 7-on-7 work
Henry (shoulder) participated in 7-on-7 drills during Wednesday's practice, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: While Henry didn't see any 11-on-11 work, his participation in some capacity Wednesday suggests that he's on track to be ready to go in advance of Week 1. The Patriots, however, could well elect to err on the side of caution with the tight end by holding him out of Sunday's preseason finale against the Giants. Henry and fellow newcomer Jonnu Smith are in line to work in tandem as a potent one-two punch in a New England attack that figures to roll out plenty of multi-tight end formations this…read more
Published: Wed, Aug 25 at 1:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Not expected to play Thursday
Henry (shoulder) isn't expected to play in Thursday's preseason game against the Eagles, Andrew Callahan of Boston Herald reports.
Analysis: The same applies to fellow TEs Jonnu Smith (ankle) and Matt LaCosse, which should result in Devin Asiasi being busy Thursday night. Henry has been making progress since suffering a shoulder injury earlier this month, but it's unclear if he'll make his game debut with the Patriots before Week 1 of the regular season.
Published: Thu, Aug 19 at 1:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Travels with team
Henry (shoulder) made the trip to Philadelphia for joint practices with the Eagles this week, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: A report last Monday suggested Henry would miss multiple weeks, but he was spotted at Sunday's practice and apparently now has a chance to participate in joint sessions with the Eagles. Meanwhile, fellow Patriots tight end Jonnu Smith figures to miss at least a day or two after spraining his ankle Sunday.
Published: Mon, Aug 16 at 6:56am by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice
Henry (shoulder) was spotted at practice Sunday, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: It remains to be seen if Henry will be considered a full participant, but his presence on the field gives him a chance to return to game action as soon Thursday against the Eagles. This coming season, Henry and fellow free-agent newcomer Jonnu Smith are in line to work in tandem as a one-two punch in a New England attack that figures to use plenty of multi-TE formations.
Published: Sun, Aug 15 at 7:22am by Rotowire.com
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Could miss preseason
The MRI that Henry underwent Monday on his shoulder revealed no serious injury, but the Patriots expect him to be sidelined for "a couple of weeks," Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: New England remains optimistic that Henry will gain full clearance in advance of its Week 1 matchup Sept. 12 versus the Dolphins, but the shoulder injury Hunter suffered Sunday looks like it will cost him some opportunities to build chemistry with quarterbacks Cam Newton and Mac Jones in practices and during the preseason. For what it's worth, head coach Bill Belichick labeled Henry as "day-to-day" when he met with the media Tuesday, but expect the Patriots to proceed cautiously nonetheless…read more
Published: Tue, Aug 10 at 6:49am by Rotowire.com
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Scheduled for MRI
Henry's shoulder injury is painful, but the Patriots are optimistic an MRI won't reveal anything serious, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The report adds that Henry could miss some time this preseason even if the MRI brings good news. He was removed from Sunday's practice with an apparent shoulder injury and now seems highly unlikely to suit up for Thursday's exhibition opener against Washington.
Published: Mon, Aug 9 at 5:43am by Rotowire.com
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Getting shoulder checked out
Henry appeared to tweak his shoulder during Sunday's practice, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.
Analysis: Cox notes that the tight end was checked out by head trainer Jim Whalen afterward. For now, consider Henry day-to-day in advance of Thursday's preseason opener against Washington. When healthy, Henry and Jonnu Smith are set to serve as a talented one-two punch in an offense that could use plenty of multi-TE formations this coming season.
Published: Sun, Aug 8 at 1:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Solid effort at minicamp
Henry turned in a good performance during the Patriots' three-day minicamp, which concluded Wednesday, Mike Dussault of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Per the report, Henry, who joined the Patriots as a free agent in March, was "catching everything thrown his way" throughout the team's recent mandatory minicamp. Meanwhile, fellow newcomer Jonnu Smith appeared to tweak a hamstring and was "mostly a spectator," but both players should be available the next time the Patriots practice. By signing each of the duo to lucrative contracts, the team seems destined to employ plenty of multi-TE formations this coming season, a context that should allow…read more
Published: Fri, Jun 18 at 4:45am by Rotowire.com
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Suffers apparent ankle/foot injury
Henry departed Thursday's OTA with an apparent left ankle or foot injury and had to get it retaped by the trainer, Ryan Hannable of WEEI.com reports. He didn't return to the session.
Analysis: Given that Henry didn't leave the field for testing, it seems likely the issue is relatively minor in nature. Barring word to the contrary, Henry's next opportunity to retake the field arrives Friday in the team's last OTA before the start of mandatory minicamp next week.
Published: Thu, Jun 10 at 9:46am by Rotowire.com
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Headed to New England
Henry is signing a three-year, $37.5 million contract with the Patriots, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The Patriots add another big name to their long list of free-agent acquisitions, a group that also includes fellow TE Jonnu Smith and WRs Kendrick Bourne and Nelson Agholor. The addition of Henry points to frequent use of multi-TE formations, which could be part of a run-first offense if Cam Newton is still the starting QB. This isn't the best landing spot in terms of Henry's 2021 fantasy value, but partnering with Bill Belichick and Josh McDaniels could nonetheless prove wise long-term.
Published: Tue, Mar 16 at 7:17am by Rotowire.com
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Won't be tagged
The Chargers won't use their franchise tag on Henry, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Doing so would have resulted in a cap hit for Henry that would have been close to $13 million. Popper notes that the Chargers still figure to be looking to re-sign the tight end to a long-term deal, but unless that happens in short order Henry will be able to explore other options once free agency opens next week.
Published: Tue, Mar 9 at 9:44am by Rotowire.com
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Activated from COVID-19 list
The Chargers activated Henry (undisclosed) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, according to the league's official transactions report.
Analysis: Henry was forced to miss Los Angeles' season finale against Kansas City after being placed on the COVID-19 list. In all, he wraps up the 2020 season with a career-high 60 catches (93 targets) for 613 yards and four touchdowns across 14 appearances. The 26-year-old tight end played on the non-exclusive franchise tag in 2020, which sets him up to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. The Chargers will have the option of retaining Henry for 2021 by franchising him again, though his…read more
Published: Thu, Jan 7 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Set to miss finale
The Chargers won't activate Henry from the reserve/COVID-19 list ahead of Sunday's season finale against the Chiefs, Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Analysis: Henry will thus conclude the 2020 campaign with consecutive absences after having yet to clear all health-related protocols since he was added to the list Dec. 24. While Henry was sidelined for the Week 16 loss to the Broncos, Donald Parham led Chargers tight ends in offensive snap share (81 percent), but Stephen Anderson (44 percent of snaps) doubled him up in targets, 6-3. Expect both Parham and Anderson to have prominent roles in the Week 17 passing game, as another key target in top wideout…read more
Published: Fri, Jan 1 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Not playing Sunday
Henry, who is on the COVID-19 reserve list, is not available for Sunday's game against the Broncos, Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Analysis: Also out is top wide receiver Keenan Allen (hamstring), so the Chargers will be without two of their top pass-catching options in Week 16. In Henry's absence, Donald Parham is expected to fill in as the team's starting tight end Sunday.
Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 11:49am by Rotowire.com
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Trending toward absence Sunday
The Chargers elevated tight end Matt Sokol from the practice squad Saturday, which may indicate the team isn't expecting Henry (undisclosed) to be available Sunday against the Broncos, Gavino Borquez of USA Today reports.
Analysis: Henry didn't practice Wednesday due to an illness and was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list one day later, giving him very little time to make his way through league protocols to be able to suit up for game day. If Henry doesn't return to the active roster in time for Sunday's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff, Donald Parham is slated to start at tight end for L.A.
Published: Sat, Dec 26 at 1:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to miss Sunday's game
Henry isn't likely to be removed from the COVID-19 reserve list in time for Sunday's game against the Broncos, Nick Kosmider and Daniel Popper of The Athletic report.
Analysis: Henry was listed on the Wednesday injury report with an illness and later placed on the COVID-19 list. Coach Anthony Lynn said Donald Parham will fill in as the starting tight end if Henry isn't able to play.
Published: Fri, Dec 25 at 4:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Lands on COVID-19 list
Coach Anthony Lynn relayed Thursday that Henry is on the COVID-19 reserve list, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.
Analysis: Lynn added that Donald Parham would start at tight end for the Chargers this weekend against the Broncos if Henry is unable to play Sunday.
Published: Thu, Dec 24 at 12:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Sits out practice
Henry didn't practice Wednesday due to an illness.
Analysis: Henry's status will need to be monitored as Sunday's game against the Broncos approaches. A return to practice Thursday in any capacity would suggest that the tight end is in no danger of sitting out Week 16.
Published: Wed, Dec 23 at 2:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Productive night in win
Henry brought in five of seven targets for 65 yards and a touchdown in the Chargers' 30-27 overtime win over the Raiders on Thursday night.
Analysis: The athletic tight end locked in a solid fantasy night early courtesy of a 10-yard touchdown grab in the latter portion of the first quarter that opened the scoring for both teams. Henry went on to post his second-highest yardage total since Week 2, and he's now just 40 yards away from exceeding the career-high 652 he recorded last season over 12 games. The fourth-year pro will look to accomplish the feat in a Week 16 divisional contest against the Broncos on Sunday, Dec. 27.
Published: Thu, Dec 17 at 9:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Sheds injury designation
Henry (hip) doesn't have an injury designation for Thursday's game against the Raiders after practicing fully Wednesday.
Analysis: Henry's practice participation revved up as the week progressed, and the Chargers' top tight end should be all systems go against Las Vegas. He'll look to top his modest output of four catches for 33 yards from the Week 9 meeting between these AFC West foes.
Published: Wed, Dec 16 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited on Tuesday's report
Henry (hip) was limited on Tuesday's estimated injury report.
Analysis: All of the Chargers' key non-QB skill-position players are tending to injuries, but all of Keenan Allen (hamstring), Austin Ekeler (quadricep), Mike Williams (back) and Henry would have practiced in some capacity Tuesday after DNPs one day prior. The pattern indicates coach Anthony Lynn is taking a similar approach with each of the quartet, but Wednesday's report will reveal if any of them are in danger of being limited or sitting out Thursday in Las Vegas.
Published: Tue, Dec 15 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as DNP on practice estimate
Henry (hip) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's practice estimate.
Analysis: As was Keenan Allen (hamstring), Mike Williams (back) and Austin Ekeler (quad). We'll look for added context on the status of the quartet of key skill players Tuesday, as the Chargers ramp up their preparation for Thursday night's game against the Raiders.
Published: Mon, Dec 14 at 2:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Hardly difference maker in win
Henry corralled six of his eight targets for 41 yards in the 20-17 win Sunday over the Falcons.
Analysis: Henry briefly appeared to injure his shoulder in the second half, but the tight end returned almost immediately thereafter. Sunday marked the sixth time over the last eight games Henry has seen at least six targets, but he hasn't been much of a difference maker considering his paltry average depth of target. Provided he stays healthy for the rest of the season, it's almost guaranteed the 26-year-old will set a career high in terms of receiving yards, but it's hardly the type of breakout season…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 5:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Hardly involved in blowout loss
Henry caught one of two targets for five yards during Sunday's 45-0 loss to the Patriots.
Analysis: Henry's output was his worst of the season across the board as he was hardly involved despite the fact that his team played from behind for much of the day. This dud came as even more of a surprise considering he had two touchdowns and an average of 48.3 yards per game over his last three. Henry has been a reliable target for most of the season and will look to get back on track next Sunday against a Falcons defense that has been susceptible to opposing tight ends this season.
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 7:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Effective in loss
Henry caught seven of his 10 targets for 67 yards in Sunday's 27-17 loss to the Bills.
Analysis: It was another productive fantasy day for Henry, who continues to build a rapport with quarterback Justin Herbert. Although the big-bodied tight end failed to score a touchdown for the first time in three games, he did tie a season high in receptions and also saw a season high in targets with the Chargers facing an early double-digit deficit. Henry has been consistent but not spectacular this season, and he may be hard-pressed to capitalize on the momentum in a tough matchup against New England…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores for second straight game
Henry caught four of seven targets for 48 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 34-28 win over the Jets.
Analysis: Henry tied for third on the team in targets and hauled in exactly four passes for the fifth time in the last six games. He made a two-yard touchdown grab in the second quarter to help his team stretch the lead, giving him scores in back-to-back games after going without one the previous three outings. Henry should have plenty of chances to continue thriving in next Sunday's road matchup with the Bills.
Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 5:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Ends three-game scoring drought
Henry caught four of his six targets for 30 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 29-21 loss to the Dolphins.
Analysis: The tight end benefitted from having a mobile signal caller as Henry's touchdown was essentially a byproduct of the defense converging on Justin Herbert in the red zone, allowing for an easy score. That might be one of the few times fantasy managers have been thankful for the increased mobility of Herbert, as Sunday marked just the second time since Week 2 that the tight end saw a target within the five-yard line. At this point, it's clear the Chargers would rather rely on Herbert's legs (three…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 5:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited numbers once again
Henry caught four of his seven targets for 33 yards in the 31-26 loss to the Raiders on Sunday.
Analysis: While the oddity of having back-to-back weeks with exactly four receptions and 33 yards receiving might be humorous, it's a less-than-ideal outcome for fantasy managers given what was supposedly a plus matchup. Henry continues to see plenty of targets (53), but an average depth of target of 6.9 yards indicates the almost absurd levels the Chargers take to make sure the tight end provides relief short across the middle of the field.
Published: Sun, Nov 8 at 6:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Snares four targets
Henry caught all four of his targets for 33 yards in Sunday's 31-30 loss against the Broncos.
Analysis: Henry converted every one of his targets and also saw a season-high 84 snaps. While Henry has only scored one touchdown this season, he is on pace to set career highs in receptions and receiving yards, although that's a byproduct of the tight end's lack of durability through five seasons. His four red-zone targets halfway through the campaign is a bit concerning, especially after the loss of Austin Ekeler (hamstring).
Published: Tue, Nov 3 at 8:34am by Rotowire.com
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Takes back seat to backups
Henry caught three of seven targets for 23 yards during Sunday's 39-29 win over the Jaguars.
Analysis: Henry drew the Chargers' second most targets Sunday, behind only Keenan Allen (13), but backup tight ends Virgil Green (ankle) and Donald Parham were both the recipients of rookie quarterback Justin Herbert's touchdown passes to the position. While Henry's 23 yards were tied with last week's total as his lowest mark of the season, the 25-year-old's opportunities were once again there, as he was even targeted in the end zone during Los Angeles' first drive of the day. In Week 8 he'll face the…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 5:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores in defeat
Henry caught four of eight targets for 23 yards and a touchdown in Monday night's 30-27 overtime loss to the Saints.
Analysis: Henry posted his lowest yardage total through five games despite teammate Keenan Allen (back) exiting early Monday. While it wasn't a particularly efficient night for the tight end, Henry still came through with a three-yard touchdown prior to halftime. That play marked Henry's first score of the season, salvaging significant value while giving him decent momentum ahead of a favorable Week 6 matchup versus the Jets.
Published: Mon, Oct 12 at 10:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Little action Week 4
Henry brought in two of three targets for 39 yards in the Chargers' 38-31 loss to the Buccaneers on Sunday.
Analysis: Henry struggled compared to last week against the Panthers, seeing just three targets compared to seven against Carolina, though he did accumulate the second most out of the team's receivers. Keenan Allen continued to siphon the majority of the team's targets, receiving 12 compared to Henry's three. Things could change next week against the Saints, who allowed the second most fantasy points to tight ends thus far. It's also possible Henry could see a bit more work in the red zone if Mike…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 6 at 8:42am by Rotowire.com
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Kept in check
Henry gathered five of his seven targets for 50 yards in the 21-16 loss Sunday to the Panthers.
Analysis: It might not have been a massive performance for Henry, but the tight end was an athletic mismatch in the middle of the field for Justin Herbert to continue to rely on. That's now three games in which Henry has caught at least five passes, and he's been targeted 23 times during that stretch, good for second best on the team. Curiously, he's been less than involved in the red zone, although both of the team's scores came from outside 10 yards. The Buccaneers, who play the Chargers in Week 4,…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 5:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Practices fully
Henry (ankle) practiced fully Thursday.
Analysis: Henry, who was on the field for 86 percent of the Chargers' offensive snaps in Week 2's overtime loss to Kansas City, should remain busy Sunday against the Panthers. The tight end will look to continue to build his chemistry with quarterback Justin Herbert after catching six passes (on eight targets) for 83 yards in the rookie signal-caller's surprise start last weekend.
Published: Thu, Sep 24 at 3:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice session
Henry was a limited participant at practice Wednesday due to an ankle injury.
Analysis: Henry played 86 percent of the Chargers' offensive snaps in Sunday's 23-20 overtime loss to Kansas City, finishing with six receptions for 83 yards. The tight end's status will be monitored as the week rolls along, but so far there's nothing to suggest that he won't be available this weekend, when he'll be catching passes for rookie quarterback Justin Herbert in the Chargers' matchup with the Panthers.
Published: Wed, Sep 23 at 3:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Strong effort in OT loss
Henry caught six of eight targets for 83 yards in Sunday's 23-20 overtime loss to Kansas City.
Analysis: First-round pick Justin Herbert got a surprise start under center in place of Tyrod Taylor (chest) and relied heavily on his tight end in his NFL debut, with only Keenan Allen seeing more targets from the rookie than Henry did. The fifth-year player could see steady volume again in Week 3, but he could struggle to make an impact against a Panthers defense that held Darren Waller in check in its opener and which has been far more vulnerable on the ground than through the air so far.
Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 6:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads team in receiving yards
Henry caught five of his eight targets for 73 yards in the 16-13 win Sunday over the Bengals.
Analysis: Henry played better than the box score might indicate as his 33-yard reception toward the end of the first half proved to be critical in waking up a lethargic Chargers offense. It was almost an excellent fantasy day for the 25-year-old, but a late fourth-quarter target in the end zone saw Henry just miss getting two feet down to clutch what would have been the game-winning touchdown. It's clear the Chargers still need to work out some kinks in their offensive scheme, but Henry's play Sunday was…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 5:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Stuck on franchise tag
Henry and the Chargers didn't reach an agreement on a contract extension before Wednesday's deadline, Jeff Miller of the LA Times reports.
Analysis: The 25-year-old tight end will play out 2020 with a base salary of $10.6 million under the franchise tag, potentially facing a second tag for $12.7 million next offseason. Despite missing four games with a knee injury early in the season, Henry finished 2019 with career highs for targets (76), receptions (55) and yards (652). He did slow down in December, when he was limited to a 16-165-2 receiving line in five games. The combination of Tyrod Taylor and Justin Herbert at quarterback isn't…read more
Published: Thu, Jul 16 at 6:28am by Rotowire.com
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Likely stuck on franchise tag
Henry is not expected to sign an extension before the July 15 deadline, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange Country Register reports.
Analysis: Henry, who already signed his $10.6 million franchise tag tender, didn't sound optimistic about a possible extension before the July 15 deadline saying, "I'm just going to go out there. I get a chance to play this year and do my thing this year. I'm pretty locked in on what I got ahead of me in the 2020 season. That's what I'm locked in for, you know, I don't like to look too far ahead." The starting tight end has run into a slew of different injuries throughout his career, but he has still…read more
Published: Sat, Jul 11 at 12:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Willing to play under tag
Henry is willing to play under the franchise tag, though he prefers a long-term contract, SiriusXM NFL Radio reports. "I think it's fine," Henry said when he was asked about the tag. "I mean, obviously, I would like to get something done... just for security, in the long term."
Analysis: Henry signed the franchise tender in April, ending any discussion of a possible holdout. He said it's been awhile since serious contract negotiations took place, but he's hoping to get a deal done this summer. The tight end also mentioned that he's been able to talk and throw with rookie quarterback Justin Herbert, the sixth overall pick from April's draft. The Chargers still expect Tyrod Taylor to get the Week 1 start, but recent history shows that first-round QBs tend to get on the field…read more
Published: Mon, May 25 at 5:44am by Rotowire.com
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Long-term extension looming?
Henry, who agreed to sign his franchise tag, is still expected to sign a multi-year deal with the Chargers, Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Analysis: Henry and the Chargers have until July 15 to comes to terms on an extension, otherwise he'll presumably play under the $10.6 million franchise tag in 2020. The 2016 second-round pick has been a staple of the team's offense when healthy, but knee injuries in consecutive seasons have limited him to just 12 of 32 games. With long-time veteran Philip Rivers now with the Colts, Henry could have an even greater emphasis as a reliable underneath target for whoever is eventually under center to start…read more
Published: Thu, Apr 16 at 11:24am by Rotowire.com
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Accepts franchise tag
Henry will sign his $10.61 million franchise tender Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Henry was hopeful to secure an extension with the Chargers this offseason, but the poor durability he's shown during his first four NFL seasons may have prevented any discussions about a long-term deal from gaining any serious traction. The franchise tag will at least make him one of the NFL's top-paid tight ends during the 2020 season, when he'll look to prove his health and stay productive as the Chargers move on from longtime signal-caller Philip Rivers. Los Angeles is expected to proceed…read more
Published: Mon, Apr 13 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets franchise tag
The Chargers have decided to place the franchise tag on Henry, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The move was expected and signals the team's desire to keep a key playmaker in the fold. The 25-year-old is coming off a 2019 season in which he hauled in 55 passes for 652 yards and five TDs in 12 games. Who will be throwing the talented tight end passes this coming season remains to be seen, however, with the Chargers planning to move on from long-time franchise QB Philip Rivers.
Published: Fri, Mar 13 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to be retained
Henry is considered the Chargers' top priority in free agency this offseason, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Retaining Henry has seemingly been the Chargers' main concern since the end of the season, to the point where it seems like a foregone conclusion the team would ultimately place a franchise tag on its star tight end should it ultimately fail to lock him in on a long-term deal. The 25-year-old has been a weapon when on the field, but missing 22 games over the past four seasons could hurt his market value. The Chargers certainly aren't hurting for cap space -- particularly after it was announced…read more
Published: Wed, Mar 11 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone in finale
Henry caught five of his six targets for 42 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 31-21 loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: He finished the season with 55 receptions, 652 receiving yards and five touchdowns across 12 games. Henry easily set career highs in just about every major statistical category save for touchdown receptions, but a five-week stretch to end the season in which he posted just 16 catches, 165 receiving yards and two touchdowns puts a damper on what should have been a breakout year for the fourth-year tight end. While the Chargers have a number of important free agents to make decisions on, it seems…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 7:07am by Rotowire.com
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Another tepid stat line
Henry caught five of his seven targets for 45 yards in the 24-17 loss Sunday to the Raiders.
Analysis: Henry saw his highest target volume since Week 11, but it failed to translate into meaningful fantasy production. Despite playing in just 11 games, the fourth-year tight end has set a career high in receiving yards thanks to Sunday's performance, but given the stretch from Week 6 to 11 in which he posted a 35-427-3 line, it's hardly a victory lap for fantasy owners who battled with Henry's inconsistencies for much of the season.
Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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Target volume continues to drop
Henry caught both of his targets for 29 yards and also lost a fumble in the 39-10 loss Sunday to the Vikings.
Analysis: Henry's disappearance over the last three weeks is a mystery that might never be solved. In a six-game stretch following his return from a tibia plateau fracture, Henry was arguably one of the most dynamic tight ends in the league, recording 35 receptions, 427 receiving yards and three touchdowns thanks to 49 targets --- second most on the team over that stretch behind usual stalwart Keenan Allen. In the team's three games following a Week 12 bye, though, Henry was been shockingly absent from…read more
Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 7:09am by Rotowire.com
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Hits paydirt against Jags
Henry caught two of four targets for 39 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 45-10 rout of the Jaguars.
Analysis: The tight end has seen his target volume drop lately, getting only seven targets over the last two games, but Henry was able to salvage his day with his fourth TD of the season. Despite that, he's only 44 receiving yards short of topping his career high of 579 set in 2017 -- a mark he'll look to reach in Week 15 when the Chargers host the Vikings.
Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 5:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts complete dud
Henry was shut down in Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Broncos, recording just two receptions for 10 yards.
Analysis: Mike Williams, Austin Ekeler and Keenan Allen accounted for nearly 90 percent of the team's total receiving yards, saddling Henry with easily his worst game of 2019. The dismal outing has to be disappointing for fantasy owners, but Henry has had just four games with 20 or less receiving yards since Week 4 of the 2017 season, so it's fair to assume the star tight end could be poised for a turnaround.
Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 5:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Another nice showing
Henry caught six of nine targets for 69 yards in Monday night's 24-17 loss to the Chiefs. He also hauled in a successful two-point conversion.
Analysis: Henry was again regularly utilized by quarterback Philip Rivers, placing third on the Chargers in both receptions and targets on the evening. His two-point grab also offered a little bonus to another solid fantasy showing. Through seven appearances this season, Henry is averaging 70 receiving yards per game, making him one of the more reliable tight ends across the league.
Published: Mon, Nov 18 at 9:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets into end zone during loss
Henry secured four of seven targets for 30 yards and a touchdown in the Chargers' 26-24 loss to the Raiders on Thursday.
Analysis: The highlight of Henry's night came on a two-yard touchdown reception with 8:24 remaining in the second quarter. Otherwise, the third-year tight end was kept quiet, and he was unable to come up with his only target on the Chargers' last-gasp drive in the fourth quarter. Henry had been trending upward in recent games, posting at least 84 receiving yards in three of the four contests prior to Thursday. However, his yardage tally against the Raiders qualified as a season low, so he'll look to…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 9:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Records 10 targets
Henry caught seven of his 10 targets for 84 yards in the 26-11 win Sunday over the Packers.
Analysis: Henry shredded a Packers defense that had no answers for the continuous combinations of slants and crossing routes Los Angeles threw at them, routinely taking advantage of a slow linebacker corps to run for additional yards after the catch. Much like Antonio Gates in the past, Henry is quickly developing into Rivers' favorite target in the middle of the field, often operating opposite Keenan Allen on crossing patterns to take advantage of both players' expert route-running abilities. Despite…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 5:57pm by Rotowire.com
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