Hunter Henry

Trey McBride, George Kittle, Travis Kelce, Will Dissly and Hunter Henry all ranked in the top 10 in separation rate in Week 8.

Patriots TE Hunter Henry led the team with 5 receptions in Sunday's win over the Jets. His 45 receiving yards trailed WR Kayshon Boutte by 1 for the team lead. And they tied for the team lead with 6 targets apiece.

It wasn't the worst fantasy outcome considering Drake Maye (concussion) played only one quarter. Maye's status is what Henry's Week 9 status will boil down to against the Titans' tough pass defense. Henry will be difficult to get into the top 15-16 at tight end if Jacoby Brissett is under center.

Hunter Henry details the chemistry he's built with Patriots rookie QB Drake Maye and how it was built.

Boutte saw only two targets and registered one catch for 33 yards, but the second-year receiver continues to see a growing role in New England's offense. His 37 routes run, per PFF, were the most he's run all season, and his 50 offensive snaps were the most of any skill position player outside of Hunter Henry (52). Boutte was once considered a future first-rounder after he broke out for 45-735-5 as a true freshman at LSU in 2020. Injuries and poor quarterback play derailed him in 2021 and 2022, which led to him getting drafted in the sixth round of last year's draft. While he's far from a reliable fantasy start, it's worth wondering if the potential he showed in college is starting to shine through in practice, which has led to the increase in playing time.