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2021 Fantasy Stats
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1DEN
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2@WAS
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3ATL
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2021 Fantasy Stats
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1DEN,
L 13-27
--8--2.80
2@WAS,
L 29-30
--25--4.50
3ATL,
L 14-17
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5@DAL,
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6LA,
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9LV,
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10Bye-----0.00
11@TB,
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12PHI,
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13@MIA,
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14@LAC,
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15DAL,
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16@PHI,
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17@CHI,
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  • Zero targets

    With Evan Engram back, Rudolph did not receive a single target Sunday against the Falcons.

    Analysis: Rudolph will be relegated to a blocking role and is a long shot to be heavily involved in the offense on a given week.

    Published: Tue, Sep 28 at 2:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up 25 yards in Week 2

    Rudolph hauled in both of his targets for 25 yards in Thursday's 30-29 loss to Washington.

    Analysis: Rudolph has had plenty of playing time to begin the season with Evan Engram (calf) sidelined, and he played 71 percent of the Giants' offensive snaps in Thursday's loss. However, he's had a limited target share and has secured four of his seven targets for 33 yards.

    Published: Mon, Sep 20 at 11:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet in loss

    Rudolph caught two of five targets for eight yards in Sunday's 27-13 loss to the Broncos.

    Analysis: Making his Giants debut, Rudolph was essentially a non-factor in New York's passing game. With fellow tight end Evan Engram (calf) sidelined, Rudolph played on 77 percent of the team's offensive snaps. The 31-year-old will likely struggle to produce consistent fantasy value on an offense flush with pass catchers, especially when Engram returns to the field. Rudolph and the Giants' offense have a tall task ahead of them in Week 2 as they head to Washington for a Thursday night matchup.

    Published: Tue, Sep 14 at 8:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for Sunday

    Rudolph (foot) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game versus the Broncos, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

    Analysis: With Evan Engram (calf) officially ruled out, Rudolph and Kaden Smith (knee) -- who both managed injuries this week -- will serve as the Giants' top two tight ends Sunday. Rudolph himself spent most of the offseason in recovery mode from foot surgery, so it stands to reason there could be some rust to brush off early on this season.

    Published: Fri, Sep 10 at 12:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains limited Thursday

    Rudolph (foot) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

    Analysis: The Giants' tight end room is banged up at the moment, with Evan Engram (calf) still not practicing and Kaden Smith (knee) a fellow limited participant to Rudolph. Engram is trending toward an absence Week 1 versus the Broncos, which would leave TE duties to Rudolph and Smith on Sunday.

    Published: Thu, Sep 9 at 1:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Works in limited capacity

    Rudolph (foot) was limited at practice Wednesday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

    Analysis: As was Kaden Smith (knee), while Evan Engram (calf) didn't log any reps and instead watched the session from a side field with the training staff. If Engram is unable to play Sunday versus the Broncos, Rudolph and Smith may be splitting reps at tight end to begin the campaign.

    Published: Wed, Sep 8 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unsure for Week 1

    Rudolph (foot) admitted that he's unsure of his status for the Giants' Week 1 matchup with Broncos, despite being activated from the PUP list Wednesday, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports. "I still have a long way to go," Rudolph said.

    Analysis: The veteran tight end underwent foot surgery shortly after linking up with the Giants back in March, and while passing his physical and returning to practice is a step in the right direction, he remains without a clear timeline to resume full activity. In his return to practice Wednesday, Rudolph was limited to individual drills.

    Published: Wed, Aug 25 at 2:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returning from PUP

    Rudolph (foot) passed a physical and will be activated from the PUP list prior to Wednesday's practice, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The tight end will likely be limited in his first practice as a member of the Giants, jumping in for joint sessions with the Patriots. Rudolph now has two and a half weeks to ramp up for the season opener, at which point he could form a timeshare with Evan Engram at tight end.

    Published: Wed, Aug 25 at 7:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Making progress

    Rudolph (foot) was spotted running routes on the field in advance of Sunday's preseason game against the Browns, Zack Rosenblatt of The Newark Star-Ledger reports.

    Analysis: With that in mind, Rosenblatt adds that he "would expect the tight end to finally get activated off PUP and make his practice debut this (coming) week." If that indeed occurs, Rudolph would then presumably turn his focus toward readying for Week 1 action and wouldn't seem likely to be a candidate to suit up for the Giants' preseason finale next Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Aug 22 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands on PUP list

    Rudolph (foot) has been placed on the Giants' preseason PUP list, Zack Rosenblatt of The Newark Star-Ledger reports.

    Analysis: Rudolph had offseason foot surgery, so it's not surprising to see the Giants decide to ease the tight end into the mix this summer. He was able to get some limited work in during the team's minicamp last month, a sign that he's trending in the right direction with regard to being available for Week 1 action.

    Published: Thu, Jul 22 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Taking part in minicamp

    Rudolph (foot) was spotted catching passes on the field during Thursday's minicamp practice, Zack Rosenblatt of The Newark Star-Ledger reports.

    Analysis: Giants head coach Joe Judge isn't willing to commit to Rudolph being a full participant for the start of training camp, but the veteran tight end's presence on the field at minicamp is a sign he's progressing well from March surgery to address a foot injury. Rudolph will likely enter the season as the No. 2 tight end on the depth chart behind Evan Engram, but the big body he offers in the red zone coupled with his skills as a blocker should allow the 31-year-old to see plenty of snaps.

    Published: Thu, Jun 10 at 10:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Will require foot surgery

    Rudolph (foot) said Wednesday that he will undergo surgery "as soon as possible" with the expectation of being ready to play for the Giants in Week 1, Paul Schwartz of the New York Post reports.

    Analysis: The deal Rudolph reached with the Giants last week was held up for a few days due to medical concerns relating to his required procedure, but the contract was officially finalized Wednesday, indicating that both sides are on the same page. The Giants don't appear to have any real concern about the veteran tight end missing regular-season action, as the team didn't adjust the financials of his contract in any way. Rudolph's foot injury forced him to miss Weeks 14 through 17 last season while he…read more

    Published: Wed, Mar 24 at 10:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs deal despite foot concern

    Rudolph (foot) finalized a contract with the Giants on Wednesday after medical concerns held up the initial agreement, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The initial report doesn't provide details, but there's a good chance Rudolph settled for a lesser contract after the Giants' medical staff suggested he might need surgery for the foot injury that caused him to miss the Vikings' final four games of last season. Whatever the case, Rudolph is now officially a Giant, joining Evan Engram and Kaden Smith in the team's tight end room.

    Published: Wed, Mar 24 at 8:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Flagged for foot injury

    Rudolph has yet to officially sign with the Giants, as the team's medical staff believes his injured foot will require surgery, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The two parties had a verbal agreement on a two-year contract, but the Giants are recalculating after their medical team examined Rudolph, who missed the final four games of 2020 with a foot injury. It's no longer clear he'll sign with the Giants, nor is it clear he'll be available Week 1 if he does. However, Garafolo suggests Rudolph is working with the team to find a solution.

    Published: Wed, Mar 24 at 7:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Signing with Big Blue

    Rudolph (foot) is signing a two-year contract with the Giants, Chad Graff of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The initial report calls it a $16 million deal, but that may include incentives and bonuses that the veteran tight end is unlikely to ever see. Whatever the case, Rudolph joins a TE room with Evan Engram and Kaden Smith -- a duo that looked promising after 2019 but less so after 2020. Granted, the 31-year-old Rudolph wasn't exactly a world-beater with the Vikings last year, putting up 28/334/1 in 12 games before a foot injury sent him to injured reserve. Engram is the one who still has a shred…read more

    Published: Thu, Mar 18 at 11:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Let go by Vikings

    The Vikings have released Rudolph (foot).

    Analysis: Rudolph logged 28 catches (on 37 targets) for 334 yards and a TD in 12 games for the Vikings last season. The 31-year-old finished the season on IR with a foot injury, but once it's established that he's past the issue, look for the 2011 second-rounder to catch on with another team looking for an experienced tight end option.

    Published: Tue, Mar 2 at 2:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Heading to IR

    The Vikings placed Rudolph (foot) on injured reserve Tuesday.

    Analysis: After failing to record a catch in Week 13 against the Jaguars, Rudolph hasn't been able to practice since and will now wind up missing the final four games of the campaign, finishing with 28 catches (on 37 targets) for 334 yards and one touchdown. For a player with a cap number of $9.45 million next season and more than $10 million in both 2022 and 2023, he may have played his last down as a Viking due to the overall play of his replacements Irv Smith and Tyler Conklin.

    Published: Tue, Dec 29 at 1:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Missing third consecutive game

    Rudolph (foot) has been ruled out for Friday's game at New Orleans.

    Analysis: Rudolph hasn't played or practiced since going without a catch Week 13 against the Jaguars. His absence Week 16 marks his third in a row and leaves Irv Smith and Tyler Conklin as the Vikings' pair of available tight ends.

    Published: Thu, Dec 24 at 11:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice Wednesday

    Rudolph (foot) was listed as a non-participant at practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: Rudolph last practiced Week 13, missing two games in the process. With a third absence seemingly on tap Friday at New Orleans, the Vikings appear poised to roll with Irv Smith and Tyler Conklin yet again at tight end.

    Published: Wed, Dec 23 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Wednesday

    Rudolph (foot) wasn't spotted at the portion of Wednesday's practice that was open to the media, Ben Goessling of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Rudolph hasn't practiced since Week 13, showing no signs of completing his recovery from a foot injury. Until he gets back in the field, the Vikings will continue to rely on Irv Smith and Tyler Conklin at tight end.

    Published: Wed, Dec 23 at 10:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing to begin Week 16

    Rudolph (foot) didn't participate in Tuesday's practice.

    Analysis: Rudolph hadn't practiced in any fashion either of the previous two weeks, and his continued absence from the field to begin Week 16 doesn't bode well for his chances of making it back to action Friday in New Orleans. If Rudolph is sidelined for a third straight game, Irv Smith and Tyler Conklin would be in line for increased reps at tight end.

    Published: Tue, Dec 22 at 12:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out another week

    Rudolph (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bears.

    Analysis: Rudolph hasn't been able to practice the past two weeks and will now miss a second straight game. Tyler Conklin led the Minnesota tight ends in snap share (57 percent) and targets (five) last week, but Irv Smith was more productive with a 4-63-1 receiving line. Smith could take more snaps from Conklin this week, as it'll be the 22-year-old's second game back in the lineup after missing some time with groin and back injuries.

    Published: Fri, Dec 18 at 11:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sitting out practice

    Rudolph (foot) won't take part in Thursday's practice, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

    Analysis: After sitting out the Vikings' Week 14 loss to the Buccaneers, Rudolph has opened Week 15 with consecutive absences at practice. He'll likely need to practice on at least a limited basis Friday to have a realistic shot at playing Sunday against the Bears, but if Rudolph can't go, Irv Smith would be in store for more work as the Vikings' unquestioned top pass-catching tight end.

    Published: Thu, Dec 17 at 9:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Unable to rejoin practice

    Rudolph (foot) didn't practice Wednesday, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

    Analysis: Rudolph is in danger of missing a second straight game, after he sat out for the first time since 2014 in last weekend's loss to Tampa Bay. Irv Smith caught four passes for 63 yards and a touchdown in the contest, though he played a season-low 35 percent of snaps after missing three of the previous four games with a groin injury. Tyler Conklin played 57 percent of the snaps, catching five passes for 40 yards on a career-high five targets.

    Published: Wed, Dec 16 at 12:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • A rare DNP on Sunday

    Rudolph (foot) is listed as inactive Sunday at Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: A foot injury kept Rudolph off the practice field all week and now will force his first absence since Week 16 of the 2014 season. With Rudolph out of the picture, the Vikings will lean on Irv Smith and Tyler Conklin at tight end.

    Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 8:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Unlikely to play Sunday

    Rudolph (foot), who is listed as doubtful, is not expected to play Sunday against Tampa Bay, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Rudolph was unable to practice all week due to the foot injury, so it appears his immediate outlook hasn't improved halfway through the weekend. However, Irv Smith (back) is expected to return from a two-game absence and should operate as Minnesota's No. 1 tight end, though he could still be somewhat limited. Tyler Conklin is the only other tight end on the active roster for the Vikings.

    Published: Sat, Dec 12 at 9:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially deemed doubtful

    Rudolph (foot) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Rudolph missed practice Wednesday through Friday, while Irv Smith (back) returned Thursday as a limited participant. We've seen Rudolph take advantage of Smith's absence with a couple nice receiving lines in recent weeks, but the veteran put up a goose egg last Sunday, and he now appears destined to miss a game for the first time this season. Smith is listed as questionable after missing three of the past four games, leaving Tyler Conklin as the team's only fully healthy tight end.

    Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 10:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Unlikely to play

    Rudolph (foot) isn't expected to play Sunday against Tampa Bay, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

    Analysis: Rudolph was held out of every practice this week, while fellow tight end Irv Smith (back) returned Thursday as a limited participant. Rudolph put up 4-63-0 and 7-68-0 stat lines in the first two games Smith missed, but he then finished with a goose egg last week, despite playing 64 snaps (70 percent) against the Jaguars defense. Tyler Conklin also played at least 60 percent of snaps in each of those games, so Smith won't automatically take on a three-down role this week.

    Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 9:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains sidelined Thursday

    Rudolph (foot) didn't practice Thursday, Andrew Krammer of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

    Analysis: On the plus side for the Vikings, fellow tight end Irv Smith (back) was on the field Thursday, but Rudolph's status for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers now looks murky in the wake of back-to-back missed practices.

    Published: Thu, Dec 10 at 9:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tending to foot injury

    Rudolph didn't practice Wednesday due to a foot injury.

    Analysis: According to Ben Goessling of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, Rudolph seemed to injure himself near the conclusion of Sunday's overtime victory against the Jaguars. With Irv Smith still unable to practice with his back concern, the Vikings only have one tight end (Tyler Conklin) on the active roster. No matter, Rudolph and Smith have two more opportunities to get on the practice field before the end of the week.

    Published: Wed, Dec 9 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not seen at practice

    Rudolph isn't practicing Wednesday, Andrew Krammer of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

    Analysis: With Irv Smith (groin) still out from practice after missing three of the past four games, Tyler Conklin was the lone tight end at Wednesday's session. Rudolph topped 60 yards in the first two games Smith missed, but the 31-year-old then finished with zero catches and two targets in Sunday's win over the Jaguars, despite playing 70 percent of offensive snaps. Rudolph reportedly suffered an injury late in the game, though the nature of the issue won't be known until the Vikings release their…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 9 at 11:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Goose egg in OT win

    Rudolph failed to haul in either of his two targets in Sunday's 27-24 overtime win over the Jaguars.

    Analysis: More was expected of Rudolph with fellow tight end Irv Smith (back) sidelined, especially after Rudolph piled up season highs in catches (seven) and receiving yards (68) last week. The red-zone reindeer remains stuck on a career-low one touchdown after averaging six over the previous five seasons, and Rudolph will be tough to trust in Week 14 against Tampa Bay regardless of Smith's status.

    Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set for more reps

    Rudolph is slated for more work Sunday against the Jaguars with Irv Smith (back) sidelined for the contest, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

    Analysis: During Smith's previous absences Weeks 10 and 12, Rudolph logged his highest offensive snap shares of the season (78 percent both times) en route to 11 catches for 131 yards and no touchdowns on 13 targets. However, with Adam Thielen (illness) back from the reserve/COVID-19 list, Rudolph may be no better than fourth in the pecking order for looks behind Thielen, Justin Jefferson and Dalvin Cook.

    Published: Fri, Dec 4 at 3:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Steps up late in win

    Rudolph brought in seven of eight targets for 68 yards in the Vikings' 28-27 win over the Panthers on Sunday.

    Analysis: The veteran tight end appeared poised for some extra work with position mate Irv Smith (groin) and wideout Adam Thielen (reserve/COVID-19) both out of action, but he nevertheless had a relatively quiet first half. However, Rudolph got plenty of Kirk Cousins' attention as the Vikings mounted a second-half comeback and finished tied for the team lead in receptions while checking in second in targets. It all equated to season highs across the board for Rudolph, who'll look to maintain a presence…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 2:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could see extra work Sunday

    Rudolph's teammate Irv Smith (groin) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against Carolina.

    Analysis: Rudolph had season highs for targets (five), catches (four) and yards (63) when Smith missed a Week 10 contest against Chicago with the same groin injury. The veteran tight end also handled a season-high 78 percent snap share in that game, though it wasn't much of a change from his usual range in the high-60s to mid-70s. He's still not a top TE option by any means, but there's at least some streaming appeal with Smith out of the lineup, and Rudolph could get another volume boost if Adam Thielen…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 27 at 10:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Three receptions Sunday

    Rudolph had three receptions for 28 yards on three targets in Sunday's loss to Dallas.

    Analysis: Rudolph played more snaps (45) on offense than Irv Smith(33), but he went on just 17 routes compared to 21 for Smith. Both tight ends get only a minor portion of the targets with Adam Thielen and Justin Jefferson commanding almost all the activity in the passing game. However, the passing attack may need to diversify the targets if Thielen misses time this week after landing on the COVID-19 list.

    Published: Mon, Nov 23 at 2:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Fumbles for first time

    Rudolph caught four of five targets for 63 yards but lost a fumble in Monday night's 19-13 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: Rudolph began the game by coughing up the ball following a 12-yard reception, marking the first lost fumble of his 10-year career. The veteran responded in fine fashion, however, accumulating a season high in receiving yards. Of course, Rudolph did so with fellow tight end Irv Smith (groin) sidelined Monday, so if the second-year pro remains out in Week 11 versus the Cowboys, Rudolph may enjoy another uptick in his output.

    Published: Mon, Nov 16 at 8:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • In line for more targets

    Rudolph could see additional targets after Irv Smith (groin) was ruled out ahead of Monday's prime-time affair against the Bears.

    Analysis: Rudolph was already starting to get more involved in the offense after seeing season highs in targets in two of the last three weeks, but Saturday's designation all but confirms the veteran tight end will play a pivotal role in the offense. The Bears have been surprisingly mundane when it comes to stopping opposing tight ends, making this a bit of an intriguing option for fantasy managers that might be desperate for tight end production.

    Published: Sat, Nov 14 at 10:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Three catches in Week 9 win

    Rudolph secured three of his four targets for 40 receiving yards during Sunday's 34-20 win against the Lions.

    Analysis: The two-time Pro Bowl tight end has experienced an uptick in passing game usage of late, collecting 40-plus receiving yards over two of his past three outings. Rudolph didn't exceed 30 receiving yards in any of his first five appearances of 2020, averaging a meager 1.4 catches and 15.2 receiving yards per game during that span. As Minnesota has picked up its collective offensive act with 28 or more points each of the past two weeks against Green Bay and Detroit, Rudolph may progress into a…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 9 at 4:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • One catch in Week 8 win

    Rudolph made a 12-yard catch on his lone target in Sunday's 28-22 win over the Packers.

    Analysis: Rudolph has caught more than two passes in only one game this season and has just one touchdown. The man known as the red-zone reindeer can still step it up in the latter category, but Rudolph's unlikely to start seeing significantly more volume in the run-first Vikings offense.

    Published: Mon, Nov 2 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Best receiving day of year thus far

    Rudolph corralled three of his four targets for 47 receiving yards during Sunday's 40-23 loss to Atlanta.

    Analysis: The two-time Pro Bowler had averaged 1.4 receptions and 15.2 receiving yards per game heading into Sunday's matchup, but he tore off a 19-yard gain on an early-second quarter reception. Rudolph added another 19-yard catch on Minnesota's final offensive drive of the day, providing the veteran tight end with his highest receiving total since Week 15 of last year. Following the Vikings' Week 7 bye, Rudolph will face a Green Bay defense that just surrendered its first TE touchdown of 2020 during…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 5:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Just one reception Sunday

    Rudolph had one reception for 10 yards on two targets in Sunday's loss at Seattle.

    Analysis: Rudolph played more snaps than Irv Smith -- 64 of the offense's 87 snaps, compared to 59 for Smith -- but Smith had a mini breakout game with four receptions for 64 yards. Neither tight end had been a focus of the passing game the prior four weeks, but Smith has some upside given the coaching staff's previous talk about a possible growing role. Meanwhile, Rudolph's fantasy value is limited to just an occasional end-zone target.

    Published: Mon, Oct 12 at 1:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Just two receptions

    Rudolph had two receptions on two targets for 27 yards in Sunday's win at Houston.

    Analysis: Rudolph played on 48 of the offense's 66 snaps, but he went out for a pass just 11 times. Meanwhile Irv Smith played on 41 snaps that included 13 pass routes (but didn't have a reception). The tight ends are not an active part of the passing game in Minnesota's offense, making Rudolph's fantasy value dependent on an occasional end-zone target.

    Published: Mon, Oct 5 at 12:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Snares touchdown

    Rudolph recorded two receptions for 11 yards and a touchdown in Week 3 against the Titans.

    Analysis: Rudolph was held quiet for much of the game but came through with a beautiful one-handed three-yard touchdown catch early in the fourth quarter. Despite the clutch reception, Rudolph has yet to carve out a major role in the offense through three games by logging only six targets. He'll look to change that in a Week 4 matchup against the Texans.

    Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 7:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No receptions Sunday

    Rudolph did not have a reception and had just one target in Sunday's loss at Indianapolis.

    Analysis: Rudolph (39 snaps) and Irv Smith (34 snaps) played about an equal amount for a second consecutive week, but Smith had four targets. Still, it's hard to read too much into a game where Kirk Cousins struggled (15.9 NFL passer rating) and completed just 11 of 26 passes for 113 yards. Rudolph did start slow last season (one target in four of the first five games) before rebounding, so there's some reason for optimism.

    Published: Mon, Sep 21 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Just two receptions

    Rudolph had two receptions for 28 yards on two targets in Sunday's 43-34 loss to Green Bay.

    Analysis: Week 1 had some negative signs for Rudolph's fantasy value as he had just two targets and played a near equal number of snaps as Irv Smith (32 snaps versus 31 snaps for Smith) in a game where the Vikings needed to pass after falling behind early. Rudolph did start slow last season (one target in four of the first five games) before rebounding, however.

    Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 10:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains crucial to team

    Rudolph should retain a key role in the Minnesota offense even if fellow tight end Irv Smith becomes more involved in the passing game, Andrew Krammer of The Star Tribune reports.

    Analysis: For the majority of last season, it was Rudolph handling a three-down role and Smith relying on multi-TE formations for his snaps. But by the time the playoffs rolled around, both guys were getting snaps in 11 personnel (one RB, one TE, three WRs), with the rookie sometimes replacing Rudolph in passing situations. The trend could shift even more in Smith's favor this season, with the 22-year-old bringing an element of speed and explosiveness that Rudolph can't match. In any case, the older…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 18 at 6:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Reaches 367 receiving yards

    Rudolph caught 39 passes for 367 yards and six touchdowns in 16 games this season.

    Analysis: Outside of a few games, the 30-year-old was largely an afterthought in the Vikings' passing game in 2019, totaling his lowest catch and yardage numbers since 2014, when he played only nine games. Rudolph figures to enter 2020 as the team's top tight end once again after signing a four-year, $36 million extension in July, though 2019 second-round pick Irv Smith could push for the job with a strong offseason and training camp.

    Published: Mon, Jan 13 at 10:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores winning TD vs. Saints

    Rudolph caught four of seven targets for 31 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 26-20 wild-card win over the Saints.

    Analysis: Rudolph, who finished second on the team in targets, was held mostly to short gains as he averaged just 7.8 yards per catch. He came through in a big way in overtime when he rose above a defender to secure the game-winning touchdown. The veteran hasn't had many big yardage games this season, but the touchdown was his seventh of the campaign. He'll remain a primary red-zone target in next Sunday's divisional-round road matchup with the 49ers.

    Published: Sun, Jan 5 at 4:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Pulls disappearing act on MNF

    Rudolph secured one of two targets for seven yards in Monday's 23-10 loss to the Packers.

    Analysis: Rudolph went dormant along with the rest of Minnesota's offense besides Stefon Diggs, who had 57 yards and the team's lone touchdown. The veteran tight end will be a touchdown-dependent option against the Bears in Week 17, as he's found the end zone six times but has topped 40 yards in a game only four times.

    Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 8:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Snags three passes

    Rudolph caught all three of his targets for 48 yards during Sunday's 39-10 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: Rudolph's biggest chunk play of 22 yards came early in the fourth quarter when, backed up in Vikings territory, Kirk Cousins uncorked a pass up the seam for Rudolph, who came down with the ball between two defenders. Sunday corrected course for Rudolph, who snapped a seven-game streak with at least three catches per game in Week 14. He's a steady option at tight end, but will have his hands full Monday against a Packers defense that held him to nine yards on three catches in Week 2.

    Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 4:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held to 11 yards

    Rudolph hauled in both of his targets for 11 yards in the team's Week 14 win over the Lions.

    Analysis: Rudolph's streak of four consecutive games with a touchdown came to a close with a letdown performance. He was out-targeted by rookie Irv Smith and managed receptions of only three and eight yards in the process. If Adam Thielen (hamstring) is able to return Week 15 against the Chargers, Rudolph's targets will likely dry up further. That could make him a touchdown-reliant option to close the season.

    Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 4:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another touchdown in loss

    Rudolph secured four of six targets for 50 yards and a touchdown in the Vikings' 37-30 loss to the Seahawks on Monday.

    Analysis: With Adam Thielen (hamstring) sidelined Monday and Dalvin Cook exiting early with a shoulder injury, Rudolph tied for the team lead in receptions and also extended his scoring streak to four games with a memorable one-handed grab in the fourth quarter. The veteran tight end has come alive after a slow start to the season, notching multiple catches in seven consecutive contests. He'll look to keep both of his favorable streaks alive in Week 14 against the Lions.

    Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 9:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Keeps scoring streak alive

    Rudolph caught all five of his targets for 67 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 27-23 win over Denver.

    Analysis: Rudolph put the icing on Minnesota's comeback midway through the fourth quarter, slipping behind the linebackers off of play action and jogging into the end zone for a 32-yard score. The touchdown continued a three-game streak Rudolph, who has struck five times in his last five games. The uptick in production has mostly coincided with the absence of Adam Thielen (hamstring), so Thielen's status following the bye will be very relevant to Rudolph's fantasy managers heading into a Week 13 matchup…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two short scores Sunday

    Rudolph had four catches (five targets) for 14 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 28-24 win over the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Rudolph was in vintage form Sunday, finding the end zone twice and for his third and fourth touchdowns in the last four contests. The 30-year-old didn't do much in terms of yardage, and he's only topped 20 receiving yards three times despite starting all 10 of the Vikings' contests this year. Rudolph is strictly a touchdown-dependent option, but given the shallowness of the fantasy position and his recent nose for the end zone, fantasy owners hurting for a tight-end option could do worse…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 10:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores TD Sunday

    Rudolph had three receptions for 23 yards, including a three-yard touchdown, in Sunday's 26-23 loss at Kansas City.

    Analysis: Rudolph has scored a touchdown in two of his last three games, which also corresponds with Adam Thielen missing time with a hamstring injury. He has 11 receptions and 14 targets his last three games, compared to nine receptions and 11 targets over his first six games. Rudolph could continue to see an uptick in the passing game if Thielen remains out, but his fantasy value is still dependent on his red-zone usage.

    Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 12:19pm by Rotowire.com
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