T.J. Hockenson returned from a knee injury in Week 9. He was just the TE12 after coming back but he showed that he was fully recovered from his 2023 injury. The Vikings TE only scored 1 TD but was pacing for nearly 100 targets, and 71 catches for 800 yards (top 8 numbers among 2024 tight ends).
With a full bill of health entering the 2025 season, Hockenson will be back in the top five tight end rankings albeit with some question marks surrounding the Vikings QB situation. WR teammate Jordan Addison might also face a suspension, clearing out targets for Hockenson to open the year for Minnesota.