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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 25
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. calls Bijan Robinson a 'blessing' after huge night vs. Packers
After running back Bijan Robinson powered a 35-14 victory over the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field, QB Michael Penix Jr. offered a simple explanation for his gratitude.
NFL News / Draft Nation / August 28
Read The Room: Atlanta Falcons 2026 Fantasy Football Preview
The Atlanta Falcons haven't been able to get out of their own way since their last playoff appearance in 2017. Every season feels the same: enough talent to compete, too many close losses, and another offseason spent searching for answers at head coach or quarterback.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / March 18
Patriots Backup TE's Contract Details Revealed
Entering free agency, the New England Patriots had a growing need at the tight end position. Starter Hunter Henry is one year away from reaching the end of his contract, while backup Austin Hooper was slated to hit the open market.
The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 17
NFC Notes: Jaelan Phillips, Austin Hooper, Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers
The Buccaneers signed QB Jake Browning to a one-year, $1.332 million deal that includes $400,000 fully guaranteed and a $1.145 million salary. (Wilson) The Buccaneers signed DT A’Shawn Robinson to a one-year, $10 million deal that includes $9.15 million fully guaranteed and a $3.15 million salary.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 10
The Athletic Gives Surprising Grade for Falcons' Addition of Tagovailoa, Hooper
The Atlanta Falcons were very busy on the first day of the early negotiation window, adding eight new players to their roster, including a pair of defensive
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / March 10
Potential Options For Patriots After Losing TE Austin Hooper
The New England Patriots are in the market for a backup tight end. NFL Network reported that Austin Hooper, the Patriots’ second-string at that position for the last two years, is signing a one-year contract with the Atlanta Falcons.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 9
Falcons Bring Back Another Familiar Face at Tight End
FLOWERY BRANCH – Just an hour after adding one former Atlanta Falcons pass catcher, general manager Ian Cunningham has reportedly signed tight end Austin Hooper in free agency on a one-year deal worth $3.25 million.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / January 4
Patriots TE Says Drake Maye Hasn't Changed a Bit
Standing in front of his locker this week, New England Patriots tight end Austin Hooper fielded questions about his Pro Bowl quarterback Drake Maye. When asked if Maye has changed from year one to year two, Hooper said he hadn't.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / October 20, 2025
Patriots TE expands on how Drake Maye has grown as a leader
Maye has the Patriots rolling and seems to have embraced one criticism of his handling of being a starting quarterback in the NFL.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / July 29, 2025
Patriots Get Significant Injury Update on Key Weapon
The New England Patriots have definitely had some rough injury luck at training camp, but they have finally received some good news on that front. Tight
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / June 24, 2025
Patriots Austin Hooper Attends Prestigious Tight End University
New England Patriots tight end Austin Hooper is channeling his inner “Thornton Melon“ this week by tangentially heading “Back to School.” Hooper, as revealed on Monday, will be the Pats’ lone representative in the 2025 class at Tight End University.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / April 30, 2025
Patriots' Austin Hooper explains what teammates can expect from HC Mike Vrabel
New England Patriots tight end Austin Hooper played under first-year New England head coach Mike Vrabel when the two were employed by the Tennessee Titans and is sharing some of what to expect from the new boss of the Patriots.
New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / March 9, 2025
Patriots to re-sign TE Austin Hooper
The Patriots have made a big-ticket outside addition in the form of edge rusher Harold Landry, but the team is also making an internal move ahead of free agency.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / September 5, 2024
Three Patriots backups who could make a difference in season opener
Sunday, the Patriots will open up the season against the Bengals. The majority of pressure is resting on starters. However, there are several players lower on the depth chart whose performances will be crucial to the team. Here are three Patriots backups who will be important for the first game of the 2024 season:
New England Patriots News / Patriots Football Now / May 29, 2024
Patriots 90-Man Roster Spotlight: Austin Hooper
The New England Patriots can have up to 90 players under contract during the offseason. Patriots Football Now will profile all 90 players (though there are currently 91 on the roster) over the upcoming months.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 21, 2024
New Patriots TE has humorous take on quarterback uncertainty
New England Patriots TE Austin Hooper is going to put his head down and do his job, no matter who is throwing him the ball.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 13, 2024
Patriots to sign two-time Pro Bowl TE
After agreeing to a new deal with Hunter Henry, the Patriots aren’t done adding to their tight ends room.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / January 14, 2024
Raiders Free Agents: TE Austin Hooper
When the Las Vegas Raiders built their roster last season, they traded up in the second round of the NFL Draft to draft rookie tight end Michael Mayer
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 22, 2023
NFL 'SNF' Week 3: Two touchdown bets for Steelers vs. Raiders
It's time for another edition of "Sunday Night Football," which means it's time for YB's Jack Dougherty to share another two-pack of anytime touchdown bets for Sunday's primetime matchup.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 8, 2023
Former teammate dispels myths about Baker Mayfield
After four relatively unsuccessful seasons leading the Cleveland Browns, quarterback Baker Mayfield has gained an unflattering reputation as a bust who his teammates dislike. One former teammate recently pushed back against that narrative.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 20, 2023
Raiders targeting two-time Pro Bowler as potential Darren Waller replacement
After it recently traded TE Darren Waller to New York, Las Vegas will try to reel in a two-time Pro Bowler as a replacement. TE Austin Hooper is expected to visit the Raiders on Wednesday, per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 28, 2023
Former Pro Bowl TE possible free agent target for Packers
Projected to be $16.28 million over the salary cap heading into 2023, the Green Bay Packers are probably more focused on clearing cap space than spending it. However, the team does have a few positions that need upgrading, primarily on offense.
Tennessee Titans News / Yardbarker / November 18, 2022
Titans TE Austin Hooper stepped up against Packers
The Tennessee Titans finally seem to have found some sort of passing attack.
Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / March 16, 2022
Browns release TE Austin Hooper, will clear $9.5M in cap space with post-June 1 designation
Hooper, 27, played two seasons in Cleveland coming off of back-to-back Pro Bowl nods while with the Atlanta Falcons.
Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / August 15, 2021
David Njoku's agent says TE 'would love' to sign long-term contract with Browns
The 25-year-old has 112 catches for 1,279 yards and 11 touchdowns in four seasons (49 games) in Cleveland. The Browns drafted him 29th overall in 2017.
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