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PositiveRoleSep 13, 2026Pats Pulpit

Mack Hollins will continue to be counted on as a key receiver for the Patriots moving forward without A.J. Brown. The source notes Hollins will be relied upon as the offense adjusts to Brown's four-week absence.

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PositiveRoleSep 13, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mack Hollins elevated to next player up at X receiver spot following A.J. Brown's placement on injured reserve, positioning him for increased opportunity.

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PositiveProjectionSep 12, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Hollins was targeted late in the game with 26 seconds remaining and the Patriots trailing by a field goal. Drake Maye forced a pass to Hollins in the end zone, floating the target short, which allowed Seahawks cornerback Josh Jobe to intercept the ball and seal the game. The play was supposed to be a quick-game concept, but the execution broke down.

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PositiveUsageSep 12, 2026Pats Pulpit

Targeted on the final offensive play of the game with 26 seconds remaining and the Patriots trailing by a field goal; Maye forced a pass to Hollins in the end zone, floating the target short, which allowed Seahawks cornerback Josh Jobe to haul in the game-sealing interception. The play was supposed to be a quick-game concept, but the execution broke down.

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PositiveUsageSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Hollins led the Patriots with 51 receiving yards and made a crucial 19-yard catch on second-and-21 in the final drive to keep New England's comeback hopes alive against Seattle.

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PositiveUsageSep 11, 2026Field Gulls

Patriots WR led the team with 51 receiving yards and caught a crucial 19-yard pass from Drake Maye in the final drive on a second-and-21 situation that kept New England's chances alive.

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PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

With A.J. Brown sidelined through at least Week 5, the Patriots will need to find a replacement at WR1. Mack Hollins is mentioned as a potential answer to fill the void left by Brown's absence and the recent trade of Kayshon Boutte.

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NegativeRoleSep 11, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Positioned as a potential replacement option for the Patriots WR1 role with A.J. Brown sidelined through at least Week 5. The source raises Hollins as a candidate to step into the void left by Brown's injury and the team's trade of Kayshon Boutte, though the framing suggests uncertainty about whether he is the definitive answer.

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PositiveUsageSep 11, 2026Pats Pulpit

Inside/out receiver candidate for increased targets with A.J. Brown out. Combined with DeMario Douglas, targeted 12 times on Wednesday (practice). Hollins alone received four throws on final drive in Week 1, including the interception that sealed the loss, indicating Drake Maye's willingness to target him.

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PositiveUsageSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Inside/out receiver targeted 12 times combined with DeMario Douglas on Week 1 vs. Seattle; received four throws on final drive including ill-fated interception. Positioned to see increased looks from QB Drake Maye with A.J. Brown sidelined.

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PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mack Hollins earned Drake Maye's trust in big moments during the Week 1 opener and could become the most valuable receiver on the Patriots in A.J. Brown's absence. Maye showed more confidence in Hollins and the remaining receiver group he had already developed rapport with, suggesting Hollins may emerge as a key target despite being third on the depth chart.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mack Hollins is among the remaining wideouts on the Patriots 53-man roster behind Romeo Doubs in the receiver depth chart following A.J. Brown's injury.

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PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Pats Pulpit

Emerged as the unlikeliest of heroes in Week 1 loss to Seahawks, stepping up as a key contributor after AJ Brown left the game with injury. The source identifies Hollins as one of the few bright spots in an otherwise disastrous offensive performance, highlighting his unexpected role elevation in the absence of the team's top receiver.

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PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Pats Pulpit

Expected to continue heavy involvement in WR rotation following A.J. Brown injury; has good chemistry with QB Drake Maye; positioned as key part of Patriots' receiving group over coming games.

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PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Hollins will continue to be heavily involved in the Patriots' passing attack following A.J. Brown's high-ankle sprain. He has demonstrated good chemistry with quarterback Drake Maye, positioning him as a key target in the absence of Brown.

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PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Reddit /r/fantasyfootball

Mentioned as potential beneficiary with AJ Brown sidelined; comment notes 'I also like the idea of Mack Hollins tbh. With Brown sidelined. He appeared to be a go to Maye.' Positioned as secondary option in 49ers WR depth chart.

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PositiveNewsSep 11, 2026Zain Dhanani

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We were not ready for the Mack Hollins vs Romeo Doubs debate as early as Week 2

We were not ready for the Mack Hollins vs Romeo Doubs debate as early as Week 2

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PositiveRoleSep 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mack Hollins stepped up after A.J. Brown's reported high-ankle sprain, contributing positively in the Patriots' Week 1 loss to the Seahawks.

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PositiveUsageSep 10, 2026Field Gulls

Mack Hollins was the Patriots' primary target on critical fourth-down conversions in the final drive: he gained 19 yards on 2nd and 21, then converted again on 4th and 9 when the Seahawks dropped seven in coverage but left him unaccounted for, and converted once more to the 16-yard line, keeping the Patriots' game-tying drive alive.

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PositiveUsageSep 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Hollins converted multiple crucial third and fourth down situations for the Patriots in the final drive, including a 19-yard gain on second and 21, and two additional conversions including one to the 16-yard line, demonstrating clutch receiving ability when the game was on the line.

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PositiveUsageSep 10, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Hollins saw 89% snap share after A.J. Brown's injury, finishing with 4 targets (3-42-0) and 50% route share. He topped 80% snap share in 11 personnel after Brown's departure, positioning him as a primary beneficiary of the injury.

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NegativeUsageSep 10, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Hollins was second in snaps (18) but fourth in routes, indicating he's a good blocker but functions as a possible run/pass tip when on the field in 11 personnel specifically.

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NegativeRoleSep 10, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Mack Hollins was second in snaps (18) but fourth in routes, indicating he is primarily a blocker rather than a pass-catcher. His presence on the field in 11 personnel serves as a run/pass play tell, suggesting the Patriots are likely running when Hollins is deployed.

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PositiveRoleSep 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

With A.J. Brown sidelined by high-ankle sprain, Mack Hollins stepped up with four catches for 51 yards, mostly in the second half. He'll be a popular waiver claim and will serve as a WR5 depth piece in the interim.

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NegativeUsageSep 10, 2026Fantasy Life Articles

Mack Hollins played more snaps than Romeo Doubs in 12 personnel when A.J. Brown was healthy, hauling in four balls for 51 yards on five targets; he appeared to be Drake Maye's favorite target when Seattle deployed zone coverage.

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PositiveRoleSep 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

If A.J. Brown is sidelined by his high-ankle sprain, the Patriots will rely on Mack Hollins as part of their receiver rotation alongside Romeo Doubs, Pop Douglas, Kyle Williams, and Efton Chism.

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NegativeRoleSep 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Hollins is identified as the Patriots' primary receiving option outside of A.J. Brown. With Brown's ankle injury raising concerns about extended absence, the Patriots will need significantly more production from every receiver not named Mack Hollins. In the Seahawks game, Hollins was noted as one of the few Patriots receivers who was not a relative non-factor.

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NegativeRoleSep 10, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Hollins was the primary Patriots receiver to produce in the preseason game against the Seahawks. Outside of Hollins, the Patriots receivers were relative non-factors, highlighting his importance to the offense if A.J. Brown's ankle injury sidelines him for an extended period.

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PositiveRoleSep 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mack Hollins stepped into a significant role following A.J. Brown's injury against Seattle, with New England relying heavily on him at wide receiver while also giving Kyle Williams reps in the X-receiver spot.

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PositiveRoleSep 10, 2026Pats Pulpit

Received heavy usage as A.J. Brown's replacement following Brown's third-quarter exit against Seattle; stepped into starting role at wide receiver with increased snap count and target opportunities.

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NegativeUsageSep 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Hollins was featured in multiple route concepts in Week 1 against Seattle, including a deep curl route on Maye's first interception and a go route on the second interception; he was also involved in the final drive where Maye acknowledged Hollins was in the backfield on the game-ending interception.

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PositiveRoleSep 10, 2026Pats Pulpit

Mack Hollins played the second-most snaps in the Patriots wide receiver room even before A.J. Brown's injury, holding a large offensive role; finished Week 1 with a team-high 51 receiving yards on four catches, including a crucial 4th-and-9 conversion late in the fourth quarter.

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NegativeRoleSep 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Hollins was a key target for Maye throughout the game, converting on fourth-and-9 earlier in the contest and catching a 11-yard underneath pass on another fourth down. However, he was also the intended receiver on Maye's final interception with 26 seconds remaining and the game on the line. Maye threw an off-platform pass that fell short of Hollins near the right sideline of the end zone, and Seahawks cornerback Josh Jobe jumped the route for the game-ending pick. Hollins defended his quarterback postgame, saying "If you haven't made a mistake in a football game, you either haven't played enough games or you're playing a video game. He's a hell of a player. He's going to make more plays."

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NegativeUsageSep 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The only Patriots receiver who was a relative factor in the game; outside of Hollins, the Patriots receivers were non-factors, indicating limited offensive production from New England's pass catchers.

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NegativeMatchupSep 10, 2026Field Gulls

Mack Hollins was the only Patriots receiver who was a relative factor; outside of him, the Patriots receivers were non-factors in the game.

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NegativeUsageSep 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Hollins was targeted by Maye on the game-sealing play with 26 seconds remaining from Seattle's 16-yard line; Maye's underthrown pass intended for Hollins toward the sideline in the end zone was intercepted by Seahawks cornerback Josh Jobe, preventing a potential overtime-sending field goal attempt.

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NegativeRoleSep 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mack Hollins was targeted on the final play of the Patriots' 13-10 loss to the Seahawks, receiving a pass in the end zone from Drake Maye with 26 seconds remaining that was intercepted by Seahawks cornerback Josh Jobe to seal the game.

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NegativeUsageSep 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Was targeted by Drake Maye on the final drive in the end zone on third-and-5, but the pass was intercepted by Josh Jobe for a game-sealing interception; Maye forced the pass under pressure off his back foot instead of throwing it away, which would have allowed a 34-yard field goal attempt.

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PositiveUsageSep 10, 2026Pats Pulpit

Mack Hollins started alongside A.J. Brown at wide receiver and finished with a team-high 51 receiving yards on four receptions in the Patriots' season opener, establishing himself as a reliable target in the new-look receiver room after Brown's ankle injury forced an early exit.

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PositiveUsageSep 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mack Hollins started alongside A.J. Brown at wide receiver and finished with a team-high 51 receiving yards on four receptions in the Patriots' season opener, establishing himself as a primary target in the new-look receiver room after Brown's ankle injury forced him out in the second half.

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