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T.J. Hockenson Will Miss Remainder of 2021 Season

The Detroit Lions lose T.J. Hockenson for season after he undergoes thumb surgery.

John Maakaron

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The Detroit Lions will be without one of their most talented offensive weapons for the remainder of the 2021 NFL season. 

On Thursday afternoon, ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter reported that tight end T.J. Hockenson underwent thumb surgery with a hand specialist on Thursday morning. 

Dr. Thomas Graham, a renowned specialist, performed the surgery. 

It is expected that the third-year tight end will return in time to participate in all offseason workouts. 

For Detroit’s offense, losing Hockenson is certainly a blow, as he and quarterback Jared Goff were working to develop increased chemistry in Anthony Lynn’s offense. 

Both Hockenson and Goff have praised the efforts of tights ends coach Ben Johnson with aiding the passing attack. 

Hockenson injured his left hand against the Vikings in Detroit’s lone victory of the season. 

While he verbalized hopes that he could suit up against the Denver Broncos, his injury forced him to miss last week's 38-10 loss. 

Detroit will now count on reserves Brock Wright and Shane Zylstra to shoulder the load at tight end the remainder of the season. 

Hockenson finished the season with 61 receptions for 583 yards and four touchdowns. 

The Lions return home to welcome the Arizona Cardinals this weekend at Ford Field. 

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John Maakaron
JOHN MAAKARON

John Maakaron has covered Detroit Sports since 2013. Brings a vast array of experience covering the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Lions, Michigan Wolverines, Michigan State Spartans, Detroit Mercy Titans, and Oakland University Golden Grizzlies. John brings a wealth of sports broadcast experience. In 2013, John had the vision to establish the Detroit Sports Podcast Network. Has recorded over 3000 podcasts analyzing Detroit Sports. In 2019, Sports Illustrated Media Group, a historical sports media outlet, partnered with Detroit Sports Podcast to provide daily Lions content for their growing and expanding digital media outlet. Our Lions content can also be read in the newspaper at The Oakland  Passionate about Detroit Sports and it is reflected in his coverage of the local teams!

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