Bengals' Burrow is practicing, should be ready for opener
Joe Burrow is fully participating in training camp three weeks after having an appendectomyAUGUST 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
HAYDEN HURST #88 - TIGHT END - LOS ANGELES CHARGERS
65 YDS •
7 REC •
0 TD
65 YDS
7 REC
0 TD
Watch: Clips of Ja'Marr Chase, Tyler Boyd, Hayden Hurst And Others From Bengals Practice Players wore pads for the first time on Tuesday
AUGUST 2, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Impressive start to camp Hurst has drawn praise from multiple teammates for his performance early in training camp, Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site reports.
Impact Safety Michael Thomas said Hurst's skill set is "as advertised," while slot cornerback Mike Hilton elaborated that "he can really move for his size," which will allow Hurst to be a "mismatch" for defenders. Signed to replace C.J. Uzomah as the team's starting tight end, Hurst could be more involved as a pass catcher than Uzomah was, but he hasn't been able to create a rapport with quarterback Joe Burrow yet, as the quarterback is recovering from an appendectomy.
AUGUST 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
The Enquirer New Bengals tight end Hayden Hurst has a slightly different skill set than former Bengals tight end C.J. Uzomah.
JULY 6, 2022 • CINCINNATI.COM
Hayden Hurst and Drew Sample Train Together at Tight End University Cincinnati is expecting the duo to play a key role on offense this season
JUNE 27, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Hayden Hurst Praises Joe Burrow, Believes Bengals Are Perfect Fit The 29-year-old signed with Cincinnati in March
JUNE 1, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Hurst named a possible breakout candidate for the Bengals Former South Carolina tight end Hayden Hurst is looking to make an impact for the Cincinnati Bengals in his first year with the team.
MAY 27, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM
Watch: Newest Members of Bengals Introduced to Cincinnati-Style Chili Ted Karras, Alex Cappa and Hayden Hurst were introduced to Gold Star
MARCH 24, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
New Bengals tight end Hayden Hurst's foundation receives hundreds of donations from fans Last week, former Atlanta Falcons and Baltimore Ravens tight end Hayden Hurst agreed to a one-year deal with the Cincinnati Bengals.
MARCH 24, 2022 • CINCINNATI.COM
La'el Collins is latest prize in Bengals' O-line rebuild
The Cincinnati Bengals have signed a third free-agent lineman to shore up an offensive line that has struggled to protect quarterback Joe BurrowMARCH 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bengals sign Cappa, Karras to bolster struggling O-line
The Cincinnati Bengals made it official with two players they hope will bolster their struggling offensive line, signing Alex Cappa and Ted KarrasMARCH 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bengals sign Hayden Hurst: Best reactions to free agency splash The Bengals got a good response for their signing in free agency.
MARCH 17, 2022 • USATODAY.COM
Joins AFC champs Hurst is signing a one-year contract with the Bengals, EnterSports Management reports.
Impact Hurst will help replace C.J. Uzomah, who signed with the Jets earlier in the week. The Bengals also have Drew Sample, a 2019 second-round pick, while Hurst himself was a 2018 first-rounder. Neither has emerged as a consistent pass-catching threat in the NFL, but Hurst has shown some flashes, including a 30-349-2 receiving line on only 39 targets in 2019 with the Ravens, followed by a 56-571-6 line on 88 targets in 2020 for the Falcons. He then dropped to 26-221-3 in 13 games last year, working behind standout rookie Kyle Pitts in a subpar offense. If nothing else, Hurst should get more red-zone looks in Cincinnati, playing with Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase and Co.
MARCH 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Ridley suspension for '22 makes WR area of need for Falcons
The NFL's suspension of wide receiver Calvin Ridley for at least the 2022 season for betting on games last season makes the position an area of increased emphasis for the Atlanta F...MARCH 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Late for Work 2/23: Hayden Hurst Seems Fired Up About Hypothetical Return to Ravens Pro Football Focus proposes a trade scenario that reunites Za’Darius Smith with the Ravens. DeShon Elliott is identified as the Ravens’ top...
FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • BALTIMORERAVENS.COM
Assessing Hayden Hurst's future, Kyle Pitts, tight ends — Falcons Breakdown Just over 37 percent of the Falcons offense came from formations with two tight ends in 2021. Having a reliable pass catcher along with Kyle...
JANUARY 18, 2022 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM
Catches one pass Sunday Hurst caught his only pass for 33 yards during Sunday's 30-20 loss to the Saints.
Impact Hurst (12 snaps) returned from a one-game absence due to COVID-19 protocols and split backup duties with Patrick Hesse (11), but the former was the only one targeted in the pass game. Despite only being targeted once, Hurst finished third on the team in receiving by recording the Falcons' longest offensive play of the game, setting up their first touchdown of the contest. In his second season with Atlanta, Hurst played in 13 games and recorded 26 receptions for 221 yards -- his lowest totals since his rookie year in Baltimore. After coming off a career-high season (56 catches for 571 yards and six touchdowns), Hurst's fantasy upside was certainly negatively impacted by the emergence of rookie tight end Kyle Pitts, but Atlanta's whole offensive unit struggled to get going after Calvin Ridley (personal) left the team ahead of Week 8.
JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Saints expect to be 'peeking' at scoreboard against Falcons
Quarterback Taysom Hill and the New Orleans Saints will be watching the scoreboard when they close their regular season at the Atlanta FalconsJANUARY 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Back from COVID-19 list Atlanta activated Hurst (illness) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
Impact The Falcons will get two of their key pass catchers in Hurst and wide receiver Tajae Sharpe back ahead of Sunday's season finale against Saints, after both sat out the Week 17 loss to the Bills upon testing positive for the virus. Hurst's return in particular is vital, as top tight end Kyle Pitts could be at risk of sitting out Sunday after sustaining a hamstring injury in the third quarter of last week's game. Atlanta still has Parker Hesse and Lee Smith on hand to fill reps at tight end, but Hurst has consistently worked ahead of both players when healthy and represents the biggest threat in the passing game among the trio.
JANUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
With another losing record, Falcons can start looking ahead
Even with one game remaining in the regular season the Atlanta Falcons can start thinking about the offseasonJANUARY 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
'We had chances': Kyle Pitts, Hayden Hurst absence felt in loss to Bills Pitts did not play in most of the second half after suffering an injury in the second quarter. Hurst was placed on the reserve/Covid-19 list...
JANUARY 3, 2022 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM
Won't play Week 17 Hurst (illness) won't be available for Sunday's game against the Bills after the Falcons didn't activate him from the reserve/COVID-19 list prior to Saturday's deadline for Week 17...
Impact Hurst is one of two key Atlanta pass catchers that will remain on the list for the Week 17 contest, joining receiver Tajae Sharpe (illness). The blocking-oriented Lee Smith will serve as the top backup to starting tight end Kyle Pitts, while Sharpe's absence will likely allow Olamide Zaccheaus and Christian Blake to join Russell Gage in three-receiver sets.
JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Lands on COVID-19 list The Falcons placed Hurst on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday after he tested positive for the virus, Scott Bair of the team's official site reports.
Impact Hurst is among 10 Falcons on the active roster and two more on the practice squad that have landed in COVID-19 protocols in recent days. The entire team is vaccinated, so the tight end still has a chance to test out of the protocol and make himself available for Sunday's game at Buffalo.
DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Catches touchdown in win Hurst caught both of his targets for 21 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 20-16 win over the Lions.
Impact Hurst caught his first pass of the game on the last play of the first quarter, but he wasn't targeted again until he caught the go-ahead, 12-yard touchdown early in the fourth quarter, which ultimately turned out to be the game winner. Hurst has now caught at least one pass in each of his last three games, including two touchdown grabs. Matt Ryan's reliance on tight ends makes Hurst worthy of fantasy consideration, but barring an occasional touchdown, his fantasy production is likely diminished by the standout play from Kyle Pitts.
DECEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Oluokun's last-minute pick saves Falcons' win over Lions
Matt Ryan threw a tie-breaking 12-yard touchdown pass to Hayden Hurst early in the fourth quarter and the Atlanta Falcons held on late to beat the Detroit Lions 20-16 to preserve t...DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
