Los Angeles Chargers tight end Hunter Henry has at least 70 yards receiving or a touchdown catch in four straight games. He has 21 catches for 301 yards and two scores this season.
Fantasy football Week 8: Hunter Henry start or sit?
The Chargers’ tight end has been reliable lately. We break down the fantasy implications.
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In Week 8, Henry plays a New England Patriots squad that’s been fairly generous to opposing passing games this season.
Fantasy impact: New England is currently allowing more than 323 passing yards per game. That’s the worst mark in the NFL. Henry should be able to find space down the middle of the field.
He’ll likely find himself open in the second half when the Chargers are playing from behind and the Pats defense is likely to relax a little bit. Fortunately for fantasy owners, the numbers count the same regardless of circumstance.
What’s even better news for fantasy owners is that after seven games, it’s quite clear that Antonio Gates’ fantasy career is quietly coming to an end. He’s been targeted just five times in the last three games combined.
Start Henry in New England.
Recommendation: Start
