Aaron Hernandez was spotted at practice Thursday for the New England Patriots, according to Shalise Young of the Boston Globe. Hernandez has been dealing with a nagging ankle injury suffered in Week 2 against the Arizona Cardinals.
Aaron Hernandez spotted at Patriots practice Thursday: Fantasy implications
Aaron Hernandez was spotted at Patriots practice on Thursday. We break down the fantasy implications.
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Hernandez was also able to participate fully in practice Wednesday after missing Tuesday due to the birth of his first son. He had 11 catches for 84 yards and a touchdown combined over Week 6 and 7 before going back to the sideline in Week 8 due to a setback.
Fantasy Impact: Barring another unforeseen setback, Hernandez is expected to suit up Sunday when the Patriots play the Buffalo Bills. The Pats' proved in Week 6 that they aren't worried about any rust by targeting the young tight end nine times coming off a four-week layoff.
The Bills’ secondary is terrible, having given up 16 passing touchdowns this season while intercepting just six passes. Hernandez is safe to use as a TE1 if you need him this week.
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