Hockenson deemed safest start as Jefferson, Addison face injury questions

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Hockenson deemed safest start as Jefferson, Addison face injury questions
Summary

Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson is expected to be a solid fantasy start in Week 5 against the New Orleans Saints. Both wide receivers Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison are questionable due to injuries, which may impact their availability. Hockenson had a strong performance in Week 4, catching 13 passes for 119 yards, while Jefferson's ankle injury and Addison's hamstring issue create uncertainty for the Vikings' passing game. New Orleans allows 17.9 PPR points per game to tight ends, ranking eighth in the league. Minnesota coach Kevin O’Connell has elevated receivers from the practice squad for depth as the team prepares for their matchup on Sunday.

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  • •Hockenson caught all 13 targets for 119 yards in Week 4.
  • •Jefferson and Addison both limited in practice ahead of Week 5.
  • •Saints rank eighth in PPR points allowed to tight ends.
  • •Vikings face New Orleans at Caesars Superdome on Sunday.
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  • 1:23 PMYahoo Sports — T.J. Hockenson or Jordan Addison? Jefferson’s ankle clouds Week 5 start-sit call
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Minnesota faces a Saints defense allowing 17.9 PPR points per game to tight ends while two practice-squad receivers wait as insurance at the Superdome.

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