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PositiveRoleOct 27, 2026
Hunter Henry continues to be Mr. Reliable in the Patriots' offense, with evident chemistry with Drake Maye. On Thursday, he hauled in a team-high seven passes both from in-structure situations and while improvising to assist his quarterback on play extensions. He also continued to perform at a high level as a blocker, something that was not the case earlier in the year.NegativeRoleOct 26, 2026
Hunter Henry played 41 of 54 snaps (76%) and was the top tight end option for the Patriots. Of Drake Maye's 24 pass completions, 17 went to either a tight end or running back, with Henry leading the tight end group in playing time.PositiveUsageOct 23, 2026
Henry led the team with 7 receptions and 7 targets for 71 yards, serving as a reliable outlet for Maye over the middle of the field and against pressure. The veteran tight end continued to be a steady source of offense for the Patriots.PositiveUsageOct 23, 2026
Veteran tight end Hunter Henry caught a 16-yard pass in the first quarter and was part of a tandem at tight end that finished with 10 receptions for 127 yards and a touchdown against the Bears.PositiveUsageOct 23, 2026
Hunter Henry caught a 16-yard pass from Drake Maye in the second quarter that helped set up a goal-to-go situation, contributing to the Patriots' touchdown drive.NegativeRoleOct 22, 2026
Hunter Henry is listed as the primary tight end for the Patriots in Week 7 against the Bears, wearing number 85.NegativeUsageOct 20, 2026
Henry played 52 of 68 snaps (76%), matching A.J. Brown's snap count and maintaining his role as a starting tight end in the Patriots offense.PositiveRoleOct 20, 2026
Henry continues to be one of the most reliable players on the Patriots roster, especially as a receiver. He showed good wiggle on a 16-yard catch-and-run on the final drive of the first half and was able to get wide open on his 7-yard touchdown catch, though his run blocking was not quite as consistent.NegativeUsageOct 19, 2026
Hunter Henry leads the Patriots in first downs with 13, ahead of DeMario Douglas' 12 and Romeo Doubs' 11. With multiple wide receivers sidelined, Henry may see increased offensive opportunities.PositiveRoleOct 19, 2026
Hunter Henry led the team in receiving alongside DeMario Douglas and has developed strong chemistry with Drake Maye after missing it earlier in the season. The source describes Henry as knowing exactly where he's supposed to be and go, and rates him as one of the franchise's best tight ends of all time—top-5 for sure, potentially top-3. Characterized as one of the better free agency signings of the 2020s. The Jets failed to cover Henry on multiple third downs, indicating his value in the offense.PositiveProjectionOct 19, 2026
Moved past Russ Francis in Patriots team history; highlighted as a winner in the Patriots' 26-19 victory over the Jets.PositiveRoleOct 19, 2026
The veteran tight end was a steady presence recording four catches for 48 yards and a touchdown; his score came on a busted coverage on third-down while his three other receptions all moved the chains, including a 3rd-and-13 on the Patriots' final offensive drive in which he made a defender miss; after a slower start to the year, Henry has been his usual self in recent weeks.PositiveUsageOct 18, 2026
Tight end caught a 7-yard touchdown pass from Drake Maye on 3rd-and-3 early in the fourth quarter to extend the Patriots' lead to 23-13; later had a massive 15-yard pickup on 3rd-and-13 with 6:30 remaining to keep the final drive alive, helping the team run down the clock.PositiveUsageOct 18, 2026
Hunter Henry, tenured tight end, scored his second touchdown in as many weeks on a 12-play, 63-yard surge that ended in the end zone after the Patriots' second-half turnover on downs.NegativeRoleOct 18, 2026
Hunter Henry is active on the game day roster for Week 6 as the lead tight end option for the Patriots.PositiveProjectionOct 16, 2026
Hunter Henry caught one of Drake Maye's four first-half touchdown passes in the Week 17 Patriots-Jets game, demonstrating his continued role as a red-zone target for the Patriots in a 42-10 victory.NegativeUsageOct 14, 2026
Tight end Hunter Henry played 48 of 75 offensive snaps (64%) as a starter in the Week 5 blowout win.PositiveUsageOct 12, 2026
Hunter Henry had a solid game against the Raiders, including a screen play that was part of Josh McDaniels' effective game plan. He was one of the multiple threats in the passing game that helped the Patriots succeed despite missing key receivers.NegativeRoleOct 12, 2026
Hunter Henry contributed to the Patriots' pass protection effort against Maxx Crosby, chipping and throwing extra jabs to help the offensive line contain the Raiders edge rusher. Henry emphasized Crosby's ability to wreck a game quickly and noted that the team effort to neutralize him involved multiple players working in concert, with Henry actively assisting Morgan Moses on the right side where Crosby aligned for most of the game.PositiveUsageOct 11, 2026
Hunter Henry, the tenured tight end, recorded a 26-yard scamper on the Patriots' third drive and an 11-yard touchdown reception on the subsequent snap, helping the Patriots reach a 21-7 halftime lead. He was featured in the red zone and contributed to the team's 4-of-5 red zone efficiency.PositiveRoleOct 11, 2026
TE Hunter Henry dominated a five-play, 61-yard touchdown drive in the second quarter, first gaining 26 yards on a well-executed screen play, then scoring his first TD of the season on the next play; also converted a critical 7-yard gain on 4th-and-3 in the deep Las Vegas red zone on the previous drive, establishing him as a key target in the Patriots' red zone and short-yardage situations.NegativeRoleOct 10, 2026
Hunter Henry was targeted on the Patriots' opening drive in Week 4, completing a first-down pass after Drake Maye recovered a fumbled exchange with center Jared Wilson. The source uses this play as evidence of Maye's improved comfort in the pocket and his ability to scan the field and make accurate throws under pressure, supporting the broader narrative of offensive improvement through McDaniels' scheme adjustments.PositiveProjectionOct 7, 2026
Hunter Henry played his best game of the season with five catches for 62 yards (both season-highs) including the game-clinching fourth-quarter reception. Most encouraging was his blocking performance, establishing him as a security outlet capable of exploiting soft zones and staying on the same page with Drake Maye on extended plays.NegativeUsageOct 6, 2026
Hunter Henry played 49 of 76 offensive snaps (64%) as a starting tight end in Week 4, maintaining his role as part of the Patriots' usual skill position personnel.PositiveRoleOct 6, 2026
Tight end provided valuable contributions in the Patriots' win over Buffalo despite being one of the most-criticized players on the roster this season; demonstrated the team's ability to overcome adversity and execute in a critical divisional matchup.PositiveUsageOct 5, 2026
Hunter Henry finally got involved in the passing game in Week 4 against Buffalo after limited involvement earlier in the season, contributing to the Patriots' offensive success in the divisional road win.PositiveRoleOct 5, 2026
Caught a crucial first down late in the Week 4 upset victory over the Bills; Drake Maye found Henry for a first down to end the contest after the Patriots regained possession following Craig Woodson's game-sealing interception.PositiveProjectionOct 5, 2026
Tight end Hunter Henry had his most productive game of the season in Week 4 against Buffalo, catching five passes for 62 yards, and then iced the game with a third-down conversion on the last possession.PositiveRoleOct 4, 2026
Henry was featured in the Patriots' opening drive in jumbo '12' personnel, receiving a 21-yard connection from Maye as part of a 97-yard, 12-play touchdown drive that opened the game.PositiveUsageOct 4, 2026
Henry was targeted twice in critical moments during the Patriots' game-winning drive: first to help move the offense into Buffalo territory early in the drive, then again on a 3rd-and-10 conversion for 12 yards with under two minutes remaining. His involvement in both the setup and late-game execution highlights his role as a reliable target in clutch situations.PositiveUsageOct 4, 2026
Received passes from Drake Maye on opening drive and late in fourth quarter during go-ahead scoring drive; targeted multiple times throughout the game as key receiving option.NegativeRoleOct 2, 2026
The 31-year-old tight end has appeared to lose a step early in the season, and teams are actively sitting on his underneath routes in quick-game concepts to neutralize his production. This defensive adjustment has contributed to his disappearance from the offense.NegativeRoleSep 29, 2026
Hunter Henry was the clear No. 1 tight end but connected with Drake Maye only once all game for a modest 5-yard gain. While his ability to beat zone coverage remains solid, the ball is not finding him as readily as it did last year. His blocking is also an issue, suggesting reduced involvement in the offense.NegativeUsageSep 29, 2026
Tight end Hunter Henry started and played 44 of 63 offensive snaps (70%) in the Patriots' Week 3 loss to Jacksonville, maintaining his role as the primary tight end.NegativeRoleSep 27, 2026
Hunter Henry remains the starting tight end for the Patriots in Week 3, with Cameron Latu and Tanner Arkin providing depth behind him due to Eli Raridon's thigh injury.NegativeUsageSep 27, 2026
Henry caught a completion from Drake Maye on the opening drive against Pittsburgh, contributing to early offensive movement before the drive stalled with a Rhamondre Stevenson fumble.PositiveUsageSep 22, 2026
Henry hauled in a 29-yard reception on New England's first drive and combined with Eli Raridon to catch four passes for 70 yards; however, he had a rough time as a blocker both in the run game and on an unsuccessful screen pass to Efton Chism.PositiveProjectionSep 21, 2026
Tight end Hunter Henry became the fourth Patriots tight end to reach 3,000 receiving yards, a milestone achieved in the Week 2 win over the Steelers; this reflects his sustained production and value to the offense.NegativeRoleSep 21, 2026
Hunter Henry was targeted by Drake Maye on a horrific interception when Maye threw off his back-foot in Week 2.NegativeUsageSep 21, 2026
Hunter Henry finished with a steady 3 receptions for 40 yards but took the blame for Drake Maye's interception after the game.NegativeUsageSep 20, 2026
The Patriots captain caught a 29-yard sail route on the opening drive against Pittsburgh, contributing to New England's offensive attack in 12 personnel.NegativeDepth ChartSep 20, 2026
Remained as available tight end alongside Cameron Latu after Eli Raridon's thigh injury in second quarter; part of Patriots' three-tight-end active roster.PositiveUsageSep 20, 2026
Hunter Henry received a target from Drake Maye on the Patriots' opening offensive drive in the first quarter, helping move the unit into Steelers territory.NegativeUsageSep 17, 2026
Hunter Henry caught a game-tying touchdown pass from Drake Maye on the first play of the fourth quarter in Week 3 of the 2025 season against Pittsburgh; however, the Patriots lost 21-14 after Maye turned the ball over on the next drive.NegativeUsageSep 14, 2026
Hunter Henry caught all three of his passes for 26 combined yards but did not come off the line quickly enough on the final Drake Maye interception. He was involved in the game-losing play when Mack Hollins failed to properly clean out space underneath for him.NegativeInjurySep 11, 2026
Took hard hit on first play from scrimmage in second half after 13-yard reception, landing on his back; left field under own power and entered medical tent for evaluation; returned to game shortly thereafter; no long-term issues expected per head coach Mike Vrabel.NegativeRoleSep 10, 2026
Hunter Henry, the Patriots' captain at tight end, started in '21' personnel in the season opener against Seattle, lining up alongside fullback Reggie Gilliam on the opening drive.NegativeRoleSep 9, 2026
Hunter Henry is active as the lead tight end on the Patriots' Week 1 game day roster; the Patriots activated all four tight ends to help establish a consistent ground presence and provide protection in front of Drake Maye against Seattle's disruptive defensive line.PositiveRoleSep 1, 2026
Hunter Henry, 30, earned his fourth captain nod with the Patriots, including back-to-back selections in 2023, 2024, and 2025, following a contract extension in training camp. Over 81 games (67 starts) with New England since 2021, Henry has accumulated 259 catches, 2,973 yards, and 26 touchdowns, establishing himself as a cornerstone tight end in the Patriots offense.NegativeRoleAug 30, 2026
Henry is the lead tight end on the Patriots' 53-man roster, with Eli Raridon as the second option and undrafted free agent Tanner Arkin in the third role.NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026
Hunter Henry is one of three tight ends on the Patriots' 53-man roster.PositiveRoleAug 28, 2026
Hunter Henry is projected to make the 53-man roster as the top tight end; the source notes he is likely to hoard reps in the position.PositiveUsageAug 24, 2026
Tight end actively involved during team drills in practice 21. Caught a touchdown in an end-of-game setting, demonstrating continued involvement in the Patriots' offensive game plan.NegativeRoleAug 24, 2026
Hunter Henry will be paired with new vertical-threat tight end Eli Raridon in the tight end room this season. Both have cycled reps with Maye as camp progresses and are positioned as capable receiving threats for their quarterback.NegativeDepth ChartAug 24, 2026
Hunter Henry is projected to make the 53-man roster as one of three tight ends for the Patriots in 2026.PositiveUsageAug 19, 2026
Henry caught a short pass from Maye in the end-of-game drive that helped get the Patriots into field goal range against Philadelphia.PositiveDepth ChartAug 19, 2026
Hunter Henry is locked in as one of the top two tight ends on the Patriots roster.NegativeRoleAug 17, 2026
Hunter Henry signed a two-year, $16 million extension with the Patriots through 2028, securing $14.5 million in guarantees. The deal effectively locks him in for one year (2027 at $5.9 million cap hit with full guarantees), with 2028 offering the Patriots easy exit flexibility ($1.4 million signing bonus proration, no other guarantees). His 2026 cap hit increased to $13.6 million due to base salary guarantee conversion and signing bonus proration. The extension's structure suggests the Patriots maintain contractual control through 2028 while Henry's long-term role depends on his progression into his 30s and third-round pick Eli Raridon's development at tight end.PositiveRoleAug 15, 2026
Hunter Henry caught a pair of scores from Drake Maye during red zone work, showing continued involvement in the Patriots' red zone offense.PositiveRoleAug 13, 2026
Hunter Henry plays a crucial role in Drake Maye's Patriots journey, serving as a key target and offensive weapon for the second-year QB.PositiveDepth ChartAug 13, 2026
Hunter Henry remains the top tight end on the depth chart with his pecking order unchanged heading into the preseason.PositiveRoleAug 11, 2026
Tight end had busy day at joint practice with multiple big-play connections from both QBs. Drake Maye had two big-play connections with Henry, one on a wheel route and the other down the seam. Henry also caught touchdown from Tommy DeVito, demonstrating consistent involvement in Patriots' passing game across both QB situations.PositiveRoleAug 11, 2026
Hunter Henry was one of Drake Maye's tight end targets, receiving explosive plays and red zone work. The source notes Maye 'found explosive plays through the air to...both of his tight ends, Hunter Henry and Eli Raridon,' and Henry was effective in the red zone.PositiveRoleAug 11, 2026
Hunter Henry extended his contract during camp, with the TE revealing that Drake Maye played a role in his decision to sign the extension. Henry is characterized as consistent, professional, and always available in the Patriots offense.NegativeRoleAug 11, 2026
Tight end Henry highlighted the value of joint practices in breaking the monotony of training camp repetition. After 13 practices of Patriot-on-Patriot action, Henry noted the mental fatigue of facing the same opponents repeatedly: "In the middle of the camp, it's fun to do that because we've just been going against each other for two and a half weeks now over and over and over again. You're going against the same guy over and over again." He also emphasized the team-building aspect: "It's the first time we're a full team. We're all going to wear the same color and cheer on each other in a way instead of going against each other. It's always fun to have those battles throughout camp and all of a sudden just kind of come together as a team and try to build that."NegativeRoleAug 11, 2026
Hunter Henry is a tight end the Patriots might try to limit exposure for during the joint practice with the Colts, suggesting the team may be managing his workload.PositiveProjectionAug 10, 2026
Henry turned in back-to-back career years in 2024 and 2025 with Drake Maye under center, including a career-high 768 receiving yards last season. The three-time captain's recent production surge and strong quarterback connection position him as a consistent target in the Patriots offense heading into 2026.PositiveRoleAug 10, 2026
Henry signed a two-year contract extension worth $16 million with maximum value of $20 million, securing his future with the Patriots through at least 2027. He has recorded over 40 receptions in all five seasons with New England and enters 2026 third in franchise history in receptions by a tight end, trailing only Rob Gronkowski and Ben Coates. The extension reflects the organization's confidence in his consistency and production.PositiveRoleAug 10, 2026
Hunter Henry and the Patriots agreed on a two-year contract extension, signaling the team's commitment to the tight end as a core offensive piece and securing his role in the offense for the near term.PositiveDepth ChartAug 10, 2026
Hunter Henry and the Patriots agree on a two-year extension, signaling the team's commitment to the tight end and his role in the offense going forward.PositiveRoleAug 10, 2026
Signed two-year, $16 million extension with $14.5 million guaranteed through 2027; remains Patriots' top tight end and one of Drake Maye's most trusted targets; $8 million average per season reflects age (turning 32 in December) but high guarantee ratio ($14.5M of $16M total) signals team optimism about his career trajectory entering his 11th season; provides stability as longest-tenured skill position player on offensive roster amid 2027 free agency uncertainty for wideouts DeMario Douglas and Kayshon Boutte.PositiveRoleAug 10, 2026
Bernd Buchmasser and Pat Lane both emphasize Hunter Henry's reliability and role stability. Buchmasser notes Henry showed no signs of slowing down in 2025 and should continue to play an important role with the team mindful of his workload. Pat Lane calls him 'the most reliable target in New England for years' and a leader on and off the field, suggesting his role as a core receiving option is secure despite his age.PositiveValueAug 10, 2026
Hunter Henry signed a 2-year, $16 million extension with the Patriots (average $8M per year), which multiple analysts grade as a steal. Matt St. Jean notes this is a bargain compared to blocking tight end Charlie Kolar's $8.1M average, and Henry is coming off his most productive season as a pro. The contract provides stability for Drake Maye while the team manages Henry's workload, positioning him as a high-floor possession receiving tight end who should age well in his role.PositiveRoleAug 10, 2026
Hunter Henry signed a two-year contract extension with the Patriots, securing his role as the team's top tight end through 2027 and beyond. The 31-year-old has been a consistent performer across 86 games with 269 receptions, 3,115 yards, and 27 touchdowns on his Patriots résumé. His reliability remained intact despite the arrivals of new starting QB Drake Maye in 2024 and head coach Mike Vrabel in 2025. In 2025, Henry posted 69 catches, 880 yards, and 8 touchdowns across 21 games, demonstrating sustained production that warranted the extension.PositiveDepth ChartAug 10, 2026
Hunter Henry is a roster lock at tight end on the Patriots' 53-man projection.NegativeRoleAug 7, 2026
Henry was drafted to Team Blue in the scrimmage but no specific performance details or statistics were provided in the recap.PositiveRoleAug 6, 2026
Tight end Hunter Henry had multiple wins in 2-on-2 goal line work; he also had a pass down the seam intercepted by Kevin Byard in two-minute situations.NegativeValueAug 6, 2026
Entering the final season of his three-year, $27 million extension signed in 2024, Henry carries a $11.75 million salary cap number—the seventh-highest on the Patriots roster. The cap hit breaks down as $7.15 million base salary, $2.5 million signing bonus proration, $1 million likely-to-be-earned roster bonuses, $750,000 LTBE contract incentives, and $350,000 workout bonus, with only the signing bonus proration fully guaranteed. While his age, contract status, and low guarantees might put him in conversation for surprise roster cuts, his spot is set in stone.PositiveRoleAug 6, 2026
Henry is New England's only truly-proven tight end and is set as the Patriots' TE1 heading into 2026. Despite being on the wrong side of 30 with low guarantees ($350,000 workout bonus, $1 million roster bonuses, $750,000 LTBE incentives; only signing bonus proration fully guaranteed), his roster spot is secure. He continues to produce while playing a high volume of snaps and has earned Drake Maye's trust as one of the quarterback's favorite targets regardless of down and distance.PositiveValueAug 6, 2026
Henry is entering 2026 as a contract-year player with a salary cap number of $11.75 million (seventh-highest on the team), consisting of $7.15 million base salary, $2.5 million signing bonus proration, $1 million in likely-to-be-earned roster bonuses, $750,000 in LTBE contract incentives, and $350,000 workout bonus; only the signing bonus proration is fully guaranteed, creating potential cap flexibility.