The Detroit Lions suffered a significant injury against the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 4 when rookie tight end T.J. Hockenson left the game. After a hurdle attempt, he landed on his head and was knocked unconscious—a scary situation for the young playmaker. It is still unclear how long he will be out of commission, but the Lions may need to find someone to take up his role on the offense.
In today’s NFL, tight ends are often mismatch weapons, and Hockenson is certainly that. He has the size to beat most corners and safeties, and he has the speed to beat most cover linebackers.