10 TE sleepers to target for fantasy football Week 12

Sep 12, 2021; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Football Team tight end Logan Thomas (82) celebrates with Washington Football Team offensive tackle Ereck Flowers (79) after scoring a touchdown against the Los Angeles Chargers in the third quarter at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports /

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6. Austin Hooper, Cleveland Browns

Rostered: 22.0 percent

Austin Hooper has seen a rise in targets following the departure of Odell Beckham Jr. Last week, Hooper received a season-high seven targets against the Lions; he finished the game with four receptions for 53 yards.

Hooper is an appealing streaming option this Sunday against the Ravens, who are allowing the fifth-most fantasy points to opposing tight ends this season.

5. Hunter Henry, New England Patriots

Rostered: 57.7 percent

After recording seven receiving touchdowns in seven games, Hunter Henry finally cooled off. Last week, he had two receptions for 25 yards and zero touchdowns.

Henry has been a touchdown-dependent option this season, and he will continue to be. Nevertheless, he receives enough red zone opportunities to be a reliable TE1.

Since Week 4, Henry is fourth among tight ends in red-zone targets. During that stretch, he is the only tight end in the NFL to be targeted at least once in the red zone during every game.

Henry was a limited participant in Wednesday’s practice, so fantasy owners should monitor Henry’s status.

If Henry plays, he has a great chance of bouncing back this Sunday.

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