- Chris Manhertz
- #85
- Team NYG
- Pos TE
- Status AActive
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No looks in Week 15
Manhertz went without a target while playing four of the Giants' 68 snaps on offense in Sunday's 29-21 loss to the Commanders.
Analysis: Manhertz has suited up for all 14 of the Giants' games this season but has seen more playing time on special teams than offense in recent weeks. Even on the occasion the reserve tight end takes the field with the offense, he's almost exclusively deployed as a blocker. Manhertz has drawn just one target all season, which came back in Week 3.
Published: Wed, Dec 17 at 7:31am by Rotowire.com
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Remains limited to blocking role
Manhertz didn't draw a target while playing 15 of 72 snaps on offense in Sunday's 27-20 loss to the Packers.
Analysis: The reserve tight end has suited up in all 11 of the Giants' games this season, but he's drawn just one target. Manhertz should continue to suit up on game days but will largely be limited to a blocking role on offense in addition to serving as a core special-teams player.
Published: Tue, Nov 18 at 9:32am by Rotowire.com
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Good to go Sunday
Manhertz (illness) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the 49ers, Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports reports.
Analysis: Manhertz dealt with an illness during the week but was able to log a full practice Friday. With Daniel Bellinger (neck) doubtful to play, Manhertz could see an increased role as a blocker at tight end.
Published: Fri, Oct 31 at 12:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs second straight limited practice
Manhertz (illness) was limited at Thursday's practice, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Manhertz is dealing with an illness and has been limited at each of New York's first two practice sessions to begin the week. It still seems more likely than not that he'll be able to play Sunday versus San Francisco, though he may enter the weekend with an injury status if he's not able to log a full practice Friday. Manhertz typically works in a blocking role and has just one catch on one target for seven yards through eight games this season.
Published: Thu, Oct 30 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice
Manhertz (undisclosed) returned to practice Tuesday, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.
Analysis: Manhertz missed the Giants' second preseason game over the weekend, but his injury clearly isn't severe. The veteran tight end is more of a block-first player at the position.
Published: Tue, Aug 19 at 2:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Sits out second preseason game
Manhertz (undisclosed) didn't play against the Jets in Saturday's preseason contest, and he appears to be dealing with an injury, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Manhertz also didn't participate in joint practices with the Jets last week, per Evan Barnes of Newsday, though it's not clear what type of issue he's dealing with. The veteran tight end has little appeal in fantasy due to his lack of work in the passing game, though he's valuable to the Giants' offense for his work as a blocker.
Published: Sun, Aug 17 at 11:32am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to field
Manhertz (finger) participated in Wednesday's practice, Anne-Marie Caruso of NorthJersey.com reports.
Analysis: Manhertz underwent surgery after sustaining a finger injury in the Giants' 2024 season finale, but it now appears he's moved past the issue. The 33-year-old from Canisius appeared in all 17 of New York's games last season, catching three passes for 30 yards and one touchdown across 329 offensive snaps. He's expected to remain one of the team's top reserve tight ends in 2025.
Published: Wed, May 28 at 3:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Staying with Big Blue
Manhertz (finger) and the Giants agreed to a one-year contract Saturday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Manhertz played in all 17 regular-season games in 2024 and finished with three catches (on four targets) for 30 yards and one touchdown. He suffered ligament ruptures to his finger in Week 18 against the Eagles, but he is expected to be available for offseason programs after undergoing surgery to repair the issue.
Published: Sat, Mar 8 at 3:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Getting surgery on finger
Manhertz will undergo surgery Thursday to address ligament ruptures in one of his fingers, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: Manhertz presumably suffered the injury to his finger during Sunday's game at Philadelphia. His next chance to play will come in 2025, and he wraps up this season with three catches for 30 yards and a touchdown on four targets.
Published: Mon, Jan 6 at 7:41am by Rotowire.com
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Catches on with New York
The Giants have agreed to terms with Manhertz, Darryl Slater of The Newark Star-Ledger reports.
Analysis: Manhertz, who turns 32 next month, has logged a total of 26 catches for 271 yards and two touchdowns over the course of 120 games since entering the NFL in 2016. While the 6-foot-6, 235-pounder is off the fantasy radar, he does offer value as a blocker and can contribute on special teams. In any case, Manhertz, along with fellow newcomer Jack Stoll, bolsters the Giants' depth at tight end with top pass-catching option Darren Waller considering retirement.
Published: Fri, Mar 15 at 11:15am by Rotowire.com
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Dropped by Denver
The Broncos released Manhertz on Friday, Aric DiLalla of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: After appearing in 16 of the Broncos' games in 2023, the team has decided to part ways with Manhertz. The veteran tight end has also spent time with Carolina, Jacksonville and New Orleans throughout his eight-year NFL career. He's now set to hit the open market after playing a total of 453 snaps last season (367 offensive and 86 on special teams).
Published: Fri, Mar 8 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Week 18
Manhertz (illness) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against Las Vegas.
Analysis: An illness has prevented Manhertz from participating in any capacity during Week 18 prep, and he's consequently been deemed unavailable for Denver's season finale. The tight end thus will finish the season with two catches (on four targets) for 16 yards over 16 games. Manhertz typically plays from one-third to one-half of Denver's offensive snaps, and those could be absorbed by Nate Adkins on Sunday.
Published: Fri, Jan 5 at 6:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to game
Manhertz came back in late in the first half Sunday against the Texans after exiting with a shoulder injury earlier in the half, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: The backup tight end does not have a catch yet in the game. Manhertz has two catches for 16 yards and no touchdowns in 2023.
Published: Sun, Dec 3 at 11:46am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable to return
Manhertz has a shoulder injury and is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Texans, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: The backup tight end did not make a catch before exiting. Manhertz has two catches for 16 yards and no touchdowns in 2023.
Published: Sun, Dec 3 at 11:38am by Rotowire.com
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Notches second catch of season
Manhertz played 30 of the Broncos' 75 snaps on offense and turned his lone target into a six-yard reception in Monday's 24-22 win over the Bills.
Analysis: The six-yard grab was just the second catch of the season for Manhertz. The 31-year-old has been active for all nine of the Broncos' games this season and has played at least 20 percent of the snaps on offense each time, but he's been deployed almost exclusively as a blocker when he's on the field.
Published: Wed, Nov 15 at 4:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Moving to Denver
Manhertz is slated to sign a two-year, $6 million deal with the Broncos, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Manhertz will join his fourth team as he goes into his eighth season. Primarily a blocking specialist, he's never caught more than six passes in a season. With Greg Dulcich and Albert Okwuegbunam ahead of Manhertz on the depth chart, expect him to continue a similar role with his new team.
Published: Mon, Mar 13 at 3:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Just six catches in 2022
Manhertz played in all 17 games during the 2022 regular season and caught six of eight targets for 42 yards.
Analysis: The 30-year-old primarily served as a blocking tight end for the Jaguars once again in 2022, and he was rarely targeted in the passing game. Jacksonville enters the offseason with major question marks at tight end, since starter Evan Engram, Manhertz and fellow backup Dan Arnold are all scheduled to hit free agency. Luke Farrell is currently the only tight end under contract with the Jaguars for 2023.
Published: Sun, Jan 22 at 2:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Records 21-yard reception
Manhertz played 27 of the Jaguars' 67 snaps on offense and turned his lone target into a 21-yard reception in Sunday's 36-22 win over the Titans.
Analysis: Manhertz came through with his first 20-plus-yard reception of the season, as he entered Sunday's contest with five receptions for 21 yards over his first 13 appearances. The 6-foot-6, 255-pound Manhertz continues to share the field regularly with top tight end Evan Engram, but Manhertz is deployed almost exclusively as a blocker whenever he's out there.
Published: Wed, Dec 14 at 9:06am by Rotowire.com
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One catch Week 9
Manhertz caught one of two targets for seven yards during Sunday's 27-20 win over the Raiders.
Analysis: Manhertz tied a season high with 36 offensive snaps but still played only a minor role in Jacksonville's aerial attack. No. 1 tight end Evan Engram briefly left the contest with a back issue, but he returned to the field and is expected to be good to go for Week 10. Even if Engram were to miss time, Manhertz would likely still primarily function as a blocker.
Published: Mon, Nov 7 at 2:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Sees rare activity in passing game
Manhertz played 26 of the Jaguars' 73 offensive snaps in Sunday's 13-6 loss to the Texans, finishing with two receptions for 15 yards on two targets.
Analysis: After his first catch of 2022 last week against the Eagles went for no gain, Manhertz was credited with positive yardage for the first time all season Week 5. With snap shares between 28 and 48 percent through each of the Jaguars' first five games, Manhertz looks secure as the top backup to No. 1 tight end Evan Engram, but the 6-foot-6, 255-pound Manhertz will operate almost exclusively as a blocker whenever he's on the field.
Published: Mon, Oct 10 at 11:38am by Rotowire.com
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No targets in loss
Manhertz played 25 of 70 offensive snaps and wasn't targeted during Sunday's 28-22 loss to the Commanders.
Analysis: The 30-year-old worked as the Jaguars' No. 2 tight end behind starter Evan Engram but didn't have any involvement in the passing game. Manhertz played in all 17 games last year but totaled only six catches for 71 yards and one touchdown, and he's opened 2022 by once again working as a block-first tight end.
Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 10:02am by Rotowire.com
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No targets in finale
Manhertz played 30 of 68 offensive snaps during Sunday's 26-11 win over the Colts and didn't draw a target.
Analysis: Jacob Hollister and Luke Farrell both saw a bit more playing time, but Hollister was the only Jaguars tight end to be a factor in the passing game with three catches for 14 yards. Manhertz, who joined Jacksonville on a two-year, $6.65 million deal in March, suited up in all 17 games but finished with just six receptions for 71 yards and a touchdown. If the 29-year-old opens the 2022 season on the roster, he'll continue to serve mainly as a blocker.
Published: Wed, Jan 12 at 2:15pm by Rotowire.com
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One target Week 17
Manhertz failed to catch his only target during Sunday's 50-10 loss at New England.
Analysis: Manhertz played only 16 of 47 offensive snaps with James O'Shaughnessy (hip) sidelined, as Luke Farrell operated as the No. 1 tight end Sunday. Manhertz has only six receptions for 71 yards and one touchdown through 16 games and clearly is an afterthought in Jacksonville's passing game.
Published: Mon, Jan 3 at 11:26am by Rotowire.com
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Returns from COVID list
Manhertz (illness) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday.
Analysis: Manhertz landed on the COVID-19 list Monday after testing positive for the virus, but he was able to clear the protocols and will be available for Sunday's matchup with New England. The 29-year-old is poised to operate as the Jags' No. 1 tight end since James O'Shaughnessy is sidelined by a hip injury.
Published: Sat, Jan 1 at 1:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Moves to COVID list
Jacksonville placed Manhertz on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday after he tested positive for the virus, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Manhertz wasn't targeted on 27 offensive snaps during Sunday's loss to the Jets, and he's now looks to be at risk of missing the Jaguars' Week 17 game against the Patriots. Luke Farrell (illness) also landed on the COVID-19 list, leaving James O'Shaughnessy and Jacob Hollister as the only available tight ends on the roster.
Published: Mon, Dec 27 at 1:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Secures lone target
Manhertz caught his only target for seven yards during Thursday's 24-21 loss to the Bengals.
Analysis: Manhertz started and led Jacksonville's tight ends with 24 offensive snaps, but Dan Arnold, Luke Farrell and Jacob Hollister all saw double-digit snaps. Most notable is Arnold, as he was only acquired from the Panthers on Monday and caught both his targets for 29 yards in his debut with the Jags. Manhertz should continue to play regular snaps as a blocking specialist, but Arnold should see more and more playing time as he gets more accustomed to his new offense.
Published: Fri, Oct 1 at 9:38am by Rotowire.com
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Not targeted in defeat
Manhertz wasn't targeted and played 25 offensive snaps during Sunday's 31-19 loss to Arizona.
Analysis: The 29-year-old received the start at tight end with James O'Shaughnessy (knee) on injured reserve, but Jacob Hollister ended up leading the position group with 46 offensive snaps. Hollister caught only two of six targets for 15 yards, while Luke Farrell played only 17 snaps and caught his lone target for minus-1 yard. The Jaguars clearly were unhappy with what they were seeing out of their tight ends and opted to acquire Dan Arnold from the Panthers on Monday, who will be a candidate to…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 27 at 1:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Starting spot open
Manhertz could have an increased role with James O'Shaughnessy (ankle) facing an indefinite absence, John Reid of The Florida Times-Union reports.
Analysis: Manhertz wasn't targeted and played only 27 offensive snaps during Sunday's loss to Denver despite the fact O'Shaughnessy went down early with the injury. Luke Farrell caught one pass for six yards while playing 36 offensive snaps and may be the team's new top option at tight end in the passing game. Manhertz should continue to play plenty of snaps with O'Shaughnessy out, but he'll likely continue to see most of his work as a blocker.
Published: Mon, Sep 20 at 11:38am by Rotowire.com
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Scores on lone target
Manhertz caught his only target for a 22-yard touchdown during Sunday's 37-21 loss to Texans.
Analysis: The 29-year-old was expected to begin the season as the starting tight end after inking a two-year, $6.65 million deal in the offseason, but James O'Shaughnessy ended up receiving the nod. Manhertz played only 35 percent of the offensive snaps, but he still was able to secure the second touchdown of his career. He won't have much relevance in fantasy even if he takes over the starting role given the lack of receiving production throughout his career as he continues to work mostly as a blocker.
Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 1:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches lone target
Manhertz caught his only target for 15 yards during Sunday's preseason win over the Cowboys.
Analysis: Manhertz played only eight offensive snaps and connected with Trevor Lawrence for a 15-yard gain in the first quarter. The 29-year-old played sparingly throughout the preseason and caught his only other target for five yards. Manhertz inked a two-year, $7.25 million deal with Jacksonville in March and should have a regular role in the offense, but with 12 receptions in 70 career games his outlook entering Week 1 at Houston remains that of a blocking-oriented tight end. James O'Shaughnessy may…read more
Published: Mon, Aug 30 at 6:03am by Rotowire.com
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Signs with Jags
Manhertz is signing a two-year, $7.25 million contract with the Jaguars, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The deal includes $4.25 million guaranteed, a nice sum for a blocking specialist. Manhertz has 12 receptions on 1,531 offensive snaps in 70 NFL appearances.
Published: Tue, Mar 16 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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Completes fifth season
Manhertz finished the 2020 season with six catches on eight targets for 52 yards in 16 games played.
Analysis: Manhertz once again filled a blocking role within Carolina's offense, only catching a few passes on the year. Having been with the Panthers all five years of his career, it'll be interesting to see whether the veteran returns to the team in free agency this offseason.
Published: Mon, Jan 11 at 7:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches one pass
Manhertz caught his lone target for 11 yards in Sunday's 28-27 loss to the Vikings.
Analysis: Manhertz, whose specialty is blocking, is yet to make multiple receptions in a game this season, but his one grab Sunday at least got him on the stat sheet.
Published: Mon, Nov 30 at 7:24am by Rotowire.com
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Gearing up Sunday
Manhertz (shoulder) is active for Sunday's game versus the Lions, Bill Voth of the Panthers' official site reports.
Analysis: Manhertz will avoid missing his first game since Week 5 of the 2019 season. The 28-year-old tight end has recorded five receptions for 41 yards through 10 games this year, as he mainly sticks to a special-teams role.
Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Week 11
Marhertz (shoulder) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Lions.
Analysis: Manhertz hasn't yet missed a game this season, but it looks like he isn't a lock to suit up versus Detroit. The veteran tight end hasn't had more than one catch in a single contest this season, so it's safe to say that he remains off the fantasy radar.
Published: Fri, Nov 20 at 11:11am by Rotowire.com
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Held back in practice Thursday
Manhertz (shoulder) was a limited participant during Thursday's practice session, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The 28-year-old wideout from Canisius has been active for each of the Panthers' 10 games this season, fielding a healthy 31.4 offensive snaps per game while registering six starts. An appearance on the injury report marks Manhertz's first of the campaign. He proved to be remarkably durable coming into this season, suiting up for 47 of the Panthers' 48 games between 2017 and 2019. Thus far in 2020, he has produced five receptions for 41 yards.
Published: Thu, Nov 19 at 3:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches one pass
Manhertz caught his lone target for 17 yards in Sunday's 31-21 win over the Cardinals.
Analysis: Manhertz started at tight end and played nearly 80 percent of Carolina's offensive snaps, topping teammate Ian Thomas' involvement. That extra time allowed Manhertz to make his longest play of the season, but otherwise the veteran stuck to blocking. In contrast, Thomas was targeted five times and scored a touchdown, but his five total receiving yards Sunday again evidenced just how limited the Panthers' tight-end production has been to date.
Published: Mon, Oct 5 at 6:36am by Rotowire.com
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Hauls in target
Manhertz caught his lone target for eight yards in Sunday's 31-17 loss to the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Manhertz has now hauled in a pass in back-to-back games, and although that light involvement has only yielded 12 yards in total, his production doesn't differ much from starting tight end Ian Thomas' two grabs for 16 yards thus far.
Published: Mon, Sep 21 at 6:47am by Rotowire.com
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Catches lone look
Manhertz caught his only target for four yards in Sunday's 34-30 loss to the Raiders.
Analysis: Manhertz filled his usual blocking role for the vast majority of Sunday's contest, but he at least made the stat sheet with a grab in the second quarter.
Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 6:32am by Rotowire.com
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Fills blocking role in 2019
Manhertz finished the 2019 season with one catch for 11 yards across 15 games.
Analysis: Manhertz has featured in all but one game for the Panthers over the past three seasons, but he's never finished with more than two receptions in a given campaign. The veteran is a blocking specialist at tight end and should work in that capacity again if he breaks camp with the Panthers in 2020.
Published: Wed, Jan 8 at 5:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches first pass
Manhertz caught his only target for 11 yards in Sunday's 40-20 loss to the Falcons.
Analysis: The fourth-year tight end has played in all but one game this season, but needed until Week 14 -- and a Greg Olsen (concussion) absence -- to make his first reception. Considering he boasts just six grabs in his career, it's well established by now that Manhertz is a blocking tight end and not a reliable fantasy option.
Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 7:31am by Rotowire.com
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