AUSTIN HOOPER NEWS

Headed to New England Hooper is expected to sign with the Patriots on a one-year, $4.25 million contract, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Hooper accumulated 234 yards on 25 receptions across 17 games (nine starts) in Las Vegas last season. New England will mark his fifth team during his nine-year career. The journeyman projects to back up Hunter Henry as the Patriots' No. 2 tight end.

MARCH 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

PFF: Broncos 'Potential Landing Spot' for Raiders TE Austin Hooper Hooper caught five passes in two games against Denver last season.

FEBRUARY 9, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Makes one reception on SNF Hooper caught his only target for seven yards in Sunday's 16-12 win over the Jets.

Impact Hooper managed to overcome a minor calf injury that limited him in practice this past Wednesday and Thursday, but he was overshadowed by fellow tight end Michael Mayer on Sunday Night Football as the rookie played 56 of a possible 64 offensive snaps and caught his first career touchdown in the process. Hooper figures to retain the No. 2 TE role for Las Vegas against the Dolphins in Week 11.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two grabs in loss Hooper caught both of his targets for 19 yards in Monday's 26-14 loss to the Lions

Impact Hooper played just 10 of the Raiders' 46 offensive snaps Monday, his lowest snap share of the season. With rookie tight end Michael Mayer continuing to emerge as the team's top option at the position, the veteran has become an afterthought in the team's offensive scheme. Hooper will likely continue in a backup role going forward, barring an injury to Mayer.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mano a Mano con Austin Hooper El ala cerrada Austin Hooper es nuestro invitado esta semana en "Mano a Mano", donde nos habla sobre como ha sido su experiencia con los Rai...

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • RAIDERS.COM

Two receptions Sunday Hooper caught both of his targets for 18 yards in Sunday's 30-12 loss to the Bears.

Impact The veteran tight end has seen his playing time dwindle due to the rise of rookie Michael Mayer over the Raiders' past couple contests, and Hooper logged only 22 offensive snaps in Chicago on Sunday. Additionally, he has earned just 11 total targets through the first seven weeks of the season.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Austin Hooper activates hurdle at perfect time vs. Patriots Watch as tight end Austin Hooper gains 12 yard during the fourth quarter against the Patriots.

OCTOBER 15, 2023 • RAIDERS.COM

Can't-Miss Play! Austin Hooper's 20-yard fingertip grab Watch as tight end Austin Hooper makes a clutch 20-yard catch during the fourth quarter against the Denver Broncos.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023 • RAIDERS.COM

2023 Las Vegas Raiders Over/Under win total odds, predictions, picks

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AUGUST 31, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

From Raiders Training Camp: TE Austin Hooper The Las Vegas Raiders are into their third week of training camp, and today TE Austin Hooper spoke, and we have his entire comments for you.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Austin Hooper talks Michael Mayer: 'He's really talented, who can do a lot of different things' Tight end Austin Hooper discusses the tight end room, rookie tight end Michael Mayer, building a relationship with quarterback Jimmy Garoppo...

AUGUST 11, 2023 • RAIDERS.COM

Raiders Who Have Gone to the Super Bowl: Austin Hooper Las Vegas Raiders tight end Austin Hooper went to Super Bowl LI as a rookie.

JULY 16, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Headed to Las Vegas Hooper agreed Wednesday with the Raiders on a one-year, $2.75 million deal, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

Impact After a two-year stint in Cleveland, Hooper joined the Titans for the 2022 campaign and appeared in all 17 games for the club, recording 41 catches for 444 yards and two touchdowns on 60 targets. In his new locale, Hooper is slated to lead a tight-end corps in transition. He'll be joined in Las Vegas by fellow free-agent addition O.J. Howard, while the Raiders dealt Darren Waller to the Giants last week and have not yet looked to re-sign free agent Foster Moreau. Given his team context, Hooper has a chance to earn enough targets from quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo in 2023 to merit attention in deeper fantasy formats.

MARCH 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Raiders sign TE Austin Hooper, CB David Long Jr.

The Las Vegas Raiders signed tight end Austin Hooper and cornerback David Long Jr. on Wednesday

MARCH 22, 2023 • Associated Press

Austin Hooper could be veteran option at tight end for Texans If the Houston Texans are looking for veteran help at tight end, Austin Hooper has to be an option in free agency.

MARCH 5, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

Four catches in Week 18 Hooper recorded four catches on four targets for 38 yards in Saturday's 20-16 loss to the Jaguars.

Impact Hooper tied for the third-most targets on the team and was relatively efficient with his opportunities, finishing with his highest catch and yardage totals since Week 14. While his numbers rebounded compared to his 2021 campaign with the Browns, Hooper was still in a timeshare with other tight ends on the Tennessee roster, including Chigoziem Okonkwo and Geoff Swaim. Hooper will hit free agency this offseason, and even if he returns to Tennessee, Okonkwo will likely step into a more significant role in 2023 to Hooper's detriment.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Six yards on six targets Hooper recorded one catch on six targets for six yards in Thursday's 27-13 loss to the Cowboys.

Impact Several of the Titans' pass catchers saw improved efficiency with Joshua Dobbs under center rather than Malik Willis. However, the opposite was true for Hooper, as he tallied his lowest yardage total since Week 8 despite seeing his second-highest target total of the season. Prior to Thursday's game, Hooper had managed multiple receptions in eight consecutive contests.

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two catches in loss Hooper recorded two receptions on four targets for 20 yards in Saturday's 19-14 loss to the Texans.

Impact Hooper tied for the team lead with four targets, though he didn't manage much production with the opportunity. He delivered a key 15-yard gain on a potential game-winning drive with only 15 seconds remaining, but Malik Willis threw an interception on the following play. Hooper has now earned at least four targets in seven consecutive games.

DECEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two catches against Chargers Hooper recorded two catches on four targets for 33 yards in Sunday's 17-14 loss to the Chargers.

Impact Hooper played fewer snaps than both Chigoziem Okonkwo and Geoff Swaim, though he still was among three Titans with four targets. He made good use of the opportunity, and his 17-yard catch late in the fourth quarter led directly to a game-tying touchdown for Tennessee. After a slow start to the season, Hooper has at least 30 yards in seven of his last nine contests.

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tannehill's 17-Yard Pass to Hooper gets Titans Inside 10-yard Line | Game Highlights Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill's 17-yard frozen rope to tight end Austin Hooper gets Titans inside the 10-yard line at the 0:59...

DECEMBER 19, 2022 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Delivers 68 yards in loss Hooper recorded five receptions on five targets for 68 yards in Sunday's 36-22 loss to the Jaguars.

Impact Hooper maintained a significant role in Tennessee's offense even with the emergence of Chigoziem Okonkwo, finishing tied for second on the team with five receptions. While he didn't find the end zone, Hooper managed explosive gains of 24 and 17 yards to account for the majority of his damage. He now has at least three receptions in each of his last five games, though he had previously failed to top 41 yards in that span.

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Three catches against Eagles Hooper recorded three receptions on five targets for 22 yards in Sunday's 35-10 loss to the Eagles.

Impact Hooper had the majority of his involvement on a drive late in the second quarter, during which he caught a pair of nine-yard passes. He remains a part-time player with both Geoff Swim and Chigoziem Okonkwo also working into the tight end rotation, though Hooper has at least three receptions in four consecutive games. While his workload appears relatively safe, he has failed to surpass 41 yards in a game in that same span.

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Posts 30 yards Hooper recorded three receptions on four targets for 30 yards in Sunday's 20-16 loss to the Bengals.

Impact Hooper continued to see consistent involvement in the Tennessee offense and tallied his third straight game with at least four targets. He recorded receptions of 12,10 and eight yards, all three of which came on the team's drive just before halftime. While unremarkable, Hooper has posted four consecutive games with at least 30 receiving yards.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Continues surge with pair of scores Hooper brought in all four targets for 36 yards and two touchdowns in the Titans' 27-17 win over the Packers on Thursday night.

Impact The veteran tight end's tenure in Tennessee had mostly been a disappointment until Week 7, when Hooper started on an upward trajectory that culminated with his first pair of scoring grabs as a Titan. Hooper's first touchdown reception came on a nifty three-yard jump pass from Derrick Henry, and the second was a 16-yard grab on the first play of the fourth quarter that closed out the scoring on the night. Hooper now has a 15-172-2 line over his last five games, numbers he'll next have a chance to build on in a Week 12 home contest versus the Bengals a week from Sunday.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE