"Once a favored Matt Ryan target, Hooper has never been as productive as a pass catcher as he was in Atlanta at any other stop. He's remained a capable blocking tight end all these years, however, and has been a solid producer when the volume is there. Last year he put up 21 catches for 263 yards and two touchdowns on just 26 targets with the Patriots."
"He's a sure-handed, chain-moving option to pair with Kyle Pitts in two tight end sets, and is a good enough blocker to stay on the field consistently. The Falcons are clearly intent on adding familiar, trusted faces-Ryan has played with both Zaccheaus and Hooper, and Hooper played for Kevin Stefanski in 2020 and 2021 and was pretty productive."
Austin Hooper, a third-round draft pick for the Falcons in 2016, has rejoined Atlanta after six years away. Hooper was most productive as a pass catcher during his initial tenure with the Falcons as a Matt Ryan target. He has since remained a reliable blocking tight end and solid producer when given sufficient volume. Last season with the Patriots, he recorded 21 catches for 263 yards and two touchdowns. Hooper provides a sure-handed, chain-moving option to pair with Kyle Pitts in two tight end sets and offers consistent blocking ability. The Falcons are strategically adding familiar, trusted players, as Hooper previously played for current head coach Kevin Stefanski and worked well in two tight end formations.
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