T.J. Hockenson Discusses Impact of Season-Ending Injury and Calls for NFL to Reevaluate Low Hits
Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson speaks out on the career-threatening low hits in the NFL, highlighting the need for rule revisions.
- T.J. Hockenson suffered a severe knee injury from a hit by former teammate Kerby Joseph, ending his season prematurely.
- Hockenson expressed a preference for concussion over long-term knee damage, underscoring the severity of his nine-month recovery.
- The NFL has faced criticism for not fining Joseph for similar low hits, including one on Rams' Tyler Higbee, leading to calls for rule changes.
- Hockenson emphasizes the need for player protection in the NFL, advocating for a reevaluation of tackling rules to prevent career-threatening injuries.
- Despite the injury, Hockenson is making progress in his recovery, though no specific timeline for his return has been set.