HAYDEN HURST NEWS

Won't make it back Sunday Hurst (ankle) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

Impact While there has been no word on the severity of the injury, it makes sense for anyone with even the slightest issue to sit the rest of the game given that the Falcons are in the midst of getting blown out. Keith Smith might see extra snaps in the meantime.

NOVEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Catches two passes Sunday Hurst caught two of his three targets for 16 yards during Sunday's 27-25 win over the Saints.

Impact Hurst continues to garner plenty of playing time, but his production has been limited while operating behind Kyle Pitts. He is averaging 3.8 targets, 3.0 receptions and 24.8 receiving yards over his last five games, but he has scored just one touchdown on the season, which makes him a risky fantasy play in standard formats.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons' Hayden Hurst on Calvin Ridley: 'He knows that I love him' FLOWERY BRANCH – Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst has been open about his struggle with depression, substance abuse and his attempted suicide...

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • AJC.COM

Adaptable Saints take on Falcons with a new starting QB

The New Orleans Saints have learned this week that they'll be without starting quarterback Jameis Winston and top receiver Michael Thomas for the rest of the season

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Calvin knows that I'm there for him ' Hayden Hurst press conference Hayden Hurst speaks to the media following his performance this year, working with Kyle Pitts and Lee Smith, and being there for Calvin Ridl...

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 9

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NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Late for Work 11/2: Phillip Lindsay, Kyle Fuller, Hayden Hurst Among Players Listed As Potential Trade Targets With Derrick Henry out indefinitely, would the Titans have interest in trading for Ty’Son Williams? Marlon Humphrey’s return to outside corn...

NOVEMBER 2, 2021 • BALTIMORERAVENS.COM

Sees three targets Sunday Hurst caught two of his three targets for four yards during the Falcons' 19-13 loss to the Panthers on Sunday.

Impact Hurst continues to operate as the No. 2 tight end behind Kyle Pitts, which garners him plenty of playing time but little production. Barring injuries, he likely won't be a reliable fantasy option this year.

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan endures one of his least productive games with Falcons

Matt Ryan had an afternoon to forget Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pitts' breakout game the difference in victory over Jets

A week after blowing an eight-point lead early in the fourth quarter, the Atlanta Falcons showed some backbone in a 27-20 victory over the New York Jets

OCTOBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tallies 40 yards, touchdown Hurst recorded four receptions on five targets for 40 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's win over the Jets.

Impact Hurst saw an increased role as the Falcons relied on multiple tight ends in the absence of Calvin Ridley (personal) and Russell Gage (ankle). He delivered a 17-yard touchdown reception to put the Falcons up 17-0 early in the second quarter. Hurst also offset some of that good by fumbling twice, one of which was lost to the Jets. Moving forward, Hurst may have a difficult time replicating this performance as the team heads into their bye, which will provide both Ridley and Gage an extra week to return.

OCTOBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jets can't explain another slow start in loss to Falcons

Another slow start doomed the New York Jets

OCTOBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Hayden Hurst fumbles, Jets recover in key red-zone stop Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst fumbles, New York Jets recover in key red-zone stop.

OCTOBER 10, 2021 • NFL.COM

Ryan, Pitts lead Falcons past Jets 27-20 in London

Matt Ryan threw for 342 yards and two touchdowns including the first NFL score for Kyle Pitts and the Atlanta Falcons held on and closed out the New York Jets in a 27-20 victory in...

OCTOBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Highlight: Hayden Hurst catches for a 17-yard Touchdown vs. New York Jets No Description

OCTOBER 10, 2021 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Bair Mail: On Hayden Hurst, Anthony Miller, Arthur Smith and the process of building Falcons right Your questions get answers in last mailbag before Falcons play Jets in London

OCTOBER 8, 2021 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Bounces back with four catches Hurst caught all four of his targets for 29 yards during Sunday's 34-30 loss to Washington.

Impact Hurst had begun to see his playing time dip, as Lee Smith out-snapped him 25-20 against the Giants. However, the 28-year-old bounced back from a catchless outing in Week 3 to have his best game since Week 1. Hurst finished with the fourth most targets on the team, but his fantasy value remains limited.

OCTOBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

1-on-1 With Hayden Hurst: Biggest Difference in Year 2 Hayden Hurst talks about the tight ends' relationship, being Lamar Jackson's rookie roommate and playing his role in the Ravens' offense.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • BALTIMORERAVENS.COM

Held without a catch Week 3 Hurst was targeted one time and didn't record a catch during Sunday's 17-14 win over the Giants.

Impact High-profile rookie Kyle Pitts out-snapped Hurst 52-24 in Week 3. Hurst's fantasy value continues to plummet as Pitts grows more acclimated with Atlanta's passing scheme. Few No. 2 tight ends provide fantasy value, and Hurst is unlikely to be an exception.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 3

Justin Herbert has yet to put up a big fantasy outing, but it could be on the way

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NFL Mental Health & Wellness Series - Hayden Hurst ItTakesAllOfUs to destigmatize seeking help for mental health struggles. Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst opens up about his battle with depre...

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • NFL.COM

Quickly overtaken by rookie Hurst caught his only target for six yards in Sunday's 48-25 loss to Tampa Bay.

Impact Hurst nearly matched the stat line of high-profile rookie Kyle Pitts in the latter's NFL debut last week, but Pitts didn't take long to pull away as Atlanta's go-to pass-catcher at the position, leading the team with 73 receiving yards in this one. Few No. 2 tight ends provide much fantasy value, and Hurst is unlikely to be an exception.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons Daily: How Hayden Hurst is fitting into Arthur Smith's offense "This is definitely unique:" Tight end enjoying diverse role moving around formation, plus updates on Jalen Mayfield, Falcons injuries

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 2

Despite Aaron Rodgers’ poor game in Week 1, the simulations are high on him to post a top-12 week against the Detroit Lions, who allowed Jimmy Garoppolo to throw for 314 yards on j...

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Splits with Pitts Hurst caught four of eight targets for 28 yards in Sunday's 32-6 loss to the Eagles.

Impact Hurst posted a similar stat line to rookie fourth overall pick Kyle Pitts, despite significantly less volume, as Pitts finished with four catches for 31 yards on eight targets in his NFL debut. Atlanta frequently employed two tight ends in the formation, as both Hurst (43 of 72) and Pitts (49 of 72) were on the field for at least 60 percent of the team's offensive snaps, suggesting there's a role for both guys in the offense moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE