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  • Gets let go

    Tonyan was cut from the Chiefs' practice squad Wednesday, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan landed with Kansas City on Dec. 23 after he was let go by the Vikings. The Indiana State product never made it to the Chiefs' active roster over the last three weeks, and his exit made room for Jason Brownlee to be added to the practice squad.

    Published: Wed, Jan 15 at 11:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Joins Chiefs' practice squad

    Kansas City signed Tonyan to their practice squad Monday.

    Analysis: After bouncing between Minnesota's practice squad and active roster this season, Tonyan was eventually cut from the practice squad in late November. Now, he'll be a part of the Chiefs' practice squad with the option of being bumped up to the team's roster should they need him. The veteran tight end has yet to record a catch this season.

    Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cut from Minnesota's practice squad

    The Vikings cut Tonyan from their practice squad Friday.

    Analysis: Tonyan bounced between Minnesota's active roster and practice squad throughout the campaign, and he has played in five games, logging 14 offensive snaps without a target. The veteran tight end has had success in the NFL in the past -- including in 2020, when he tallied 52 catches for 586 yards and 11 touchdowns with the Packers -- so it seems likely that he'll find another opportunity with a team in need of tight-end depth. Tonyan's departure made room for the team to officially sign former…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 29 at 1:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Reverts to practice squad

    Tonyan reverted to the Vikings' practice squad Friday, per the NFL's transaction log.

    Analysis: Tonyan played six snaps (two on offense, four on special teams) and did not record a stat during the Vikings' 30-20 loss to the Rams on Thursday night. Tonyan has been elevated from the practice squad three times this year, which is the most that a team can elevate a player in a season. The Vikings would have to sign the 30-year-old tight end to the active roster if they wish for Tonyan to continue to play for Minnesota.

    Published: Fri, Oct 25 at 5:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Elevated for Thursday's contest

    The Vikings elevated Tonyan from the practice squad to the active roster ahead of Thursday's game against the Rams.

    Analysis: T.J. Hockenson (knee) will remain on injured reserve, opening the door for Tonyan to be elevated to the active roster Thursday. Tonyan will serve as the Vikings' No. 3 tight end behind Johnny Mundt and Josh Oliver. Tonyan has not seen a target across his four regular-season outings this year.

    Published: Thu, Oct 24 at 3:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Opts to stick around in Minnesota

    Tonyan signed with the Vikings' practice squad Tuesday.

    Analysis: Despite being released from the active roster for the second time this month, Tonyan appears to like his environment enough to stay in Minnesota on the practice squad. He will continue to provide depth at tight end for as long as T.J. Hockenson (knee) is sidelined.

    Published: Tue, Oct 22 at 3:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Let go by Minnesota again

    The Vikings released Tonyan on Tuesday.

    Analysis: Tonyan was signed to the Vikings' active roster Oct. 19 for the second time this season to serve as the No. 3 tight end behind Josh Oliver and Johnny Mundt. With T.J. Hockenson (knee) on track to return from injured reserve for Week 8 or 9, there doesn't appear to be room for Tonyan, and he will be released for the second time this month. Tonyan could stick around in Minnesota and sign with the practice squad again, but he has an opportunity to explore his options and sign with a team in need…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 22 at 2:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Signed to active roster

    The Vikings signed Tonyan from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan began the regular season on the Vikings' practice squad after he was unsuccessful in making the 53-man roster at the end of training camp. He signed with the active roster Oct. 3 after being elevated from the practice squad twice, but he was released five days later to make room for running back Myles Gaskin. Tonyan is now back on the active roster and will serve as the No. 3 tight end Sunday against the Lions behind Josh Oliver and Johnny Mundt. T.J. Hockenson (knee) had his 21-day…read more

    Published: Sat, Oct 19 at 1:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back with Vikes' practice squad

    The Vikings signed Tonyan to the practice squad Wednesday, per the NFL's transaction log.

    Analysis: Tonyan was jettisoned from the active roster Tuesday to make room for running back Myles Gaskin. Tonyan had the chance to sign with another team, but the 30-year-old tight end will opt to stick around with Minnesota on the practice squad. He's played 38 snaps (11 on offense, 27 on special teams) across three regular-season outings with the Vikings.

    Published: Wed, Oct 9 at 5:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Let go by Minnesota

    The Vikings released Tonyan on Tuesday.

    Analysis: The Vikings are on a bye for Week 6, and with T.J. Hockenson (knee) on track to return for Week 7 or 8, the team doesn't appear to have room for Tonyan on the active roster as a depth tight end. According to Andrew Krammer of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, head coach Kevin O'Connell said that the Vikings are hopeful to bring Tonyan back as a member of the practice squad.

    Published: Tue, Oct 8 at 3:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Moves to active roster

    Tonyan signed with the Vikings' 53-man roster from their practice squad Thursday.

    Analysis: Tonyan has been elevated each of the last two weeks, seeing 10 snaps on offense without a target. The veteran tight end's promotion comes with Josh Oliver (wrist) currently questionable for Sunday's game in London against the Jets and T.J. Hockenson (knee) still likely at least another week away from returning. If Oliver is unable to suit up Sunday, Tonyan and Johnny Mundt will likely be the only healthy tight ends for the Vikings in Week 5.

    Published: Thu, Oct 3 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Reverts to practice squad

    Tonyan reverted to the Vikings' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.

    Analysis: The tight end played on seven of 68 offensive snaps and 10 special-teams snaps, recording no stats. Tonyan was also elevated for the Vikings' Week 3 win over the Texans but was also blanked on the stat sheet. Tonyan served as the No. 3 tight end behind Johnny Mundt and Josh Oliver in both contests.

    Published: Mon, Sep 30 at 5:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Elevated again from practice squad

    Minnesota elevated Tonyan from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday.

    Analysis: Tonyan will be elevated for a second straight week and, if active for Sunday's game against the Packers, will once again serve as the No. 3 tight end behind Johnny Mundt and Josh Oliver. Tonyan played 15 snaps (three on offense, 12 on special teams) and did not record any counting stats during the Vikings' Week 3 win over the Texans.

    Published: Sat, Sep 28 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Reverts to practice squad

    Tonyan reverted to the Vikings' practice squad Monday.

    Analysis: Tonyan saw playing time on both offense and special teams during Sunday's win versus the Texans but failed to record any stats. As Minnesota currently only has two healthy tight ends on their roster, the 30-year-old could be elevated again versus the Packers next week.

    Published: Mon, Sep 23 at 5:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Elevated from practice squad

    The Vikings elevated Tonyan from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday.

    Analysis: Tonyan was unable to catch on with the Vikings' 53-man roster at the end of training camp after missing practices and all three preseason games due to back spasms. The 30-year-old tight end opted to stay in Minnesota on the practice squad, and if he's active for Sunday's game against Houston, Tonyan would serve as the No. 3 tight end behind Johnny Mundt and Josh Oliver. As a member of the Packers last season, Tonyan caught 11 passes (on 17 targets) for 112 yards across 17 regular-season games.

    Published: Sat, Sep 21 at 1:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to Vikings' practice squad

    Tonyan signed with the Vikings' practice squad Wednesday, Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan was diagnosed with back spasms in late July, which held him out of practices and all three of the Vikings' preseason games. With T.J. Hockenson (knee) starting the regular season on the PUP list and Nick Muse dealing with an undisclosed injury, Tonyan -- if healthy -- could be elevated to the active roster to provide tight end depth behind Josh Oliver and Johnny Mundt for Week 1 against the Giants.

    Published: Wed, Aug 28 at 4:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Released by Minnesota

    Tonyan (back) was released by Minnesota on Tuesday, Ben Goessling of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan was competing for a reserve tight-end role but suffered a back injury early in camp and missed crucial time. He could find a spot on a practice squad when back to full strength (though he did recently return to practice).

    Published: Tue, Aug 27 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice Tuesday

    Tonyan (back) participated in positional drills during Tuesday's practice, Ben Goessling of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan hadn't practiced fully since July 31 due to back spasms, so it's encouraging to see him back on the field in some capacity. With T.J. Hockenson (knee) expected to miss time early in the regular season while working his way back from an ACL tear, Tonyan could offer some fantasy value in deeper formats if he's able to get healthy and suit up against the Giants in Week 1.

    Published: Tue, Aug 20 at 3:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still sidelined with back injury

    Tonyan has not played this preseason and hasn't returned to practice after being sidelined July 31 with back spasms, the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan had a shot to be a sleeper in the offense with T.J. Hockenson likely to miss games as he works his way back from an ACL injury. However, he's going to have a hard time making the roster with the injury and could end up being released or placed on injured reserve.

    Published: Sun, Aug 18 at 9:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lower back spasms confirmed

    Coach Kevin O'Connell confirmed Friday that Tonyan is dealing with lower-back spasms.

    Analysis: Tonyan, who was carted off the field Wednesday, didn't practice Friday, but O'Connell hopes to have the tight end back in time for the team's preseason games. Once Tonyan returns to the mix, he'll continue to compete with Josh Oliver and Johnny Mundt for added pass-catching opportunities in the Vikings offense while T.J. Hockenson (knee) remains sidelined.

    Published: Fri, Aug 2 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Diagnosed with back spasms

    Tonyan, who was carted off the field during Wednesday's practice session, was diagnosed with back spasms, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan was down on the field for an extended period of time before being carted off, per Lewis. The tight end looks to have avoided a serious injury, though he may be held out of the next few practice sessions until medical staff get a better sense on the severity of the injury. With Tonyan and T.J. Hockenson (knee) both sidelined, Josh Oliver and Johnny Mundt should see some reps with the first-team offense during drills.

    Published: Wed, Jul 31 at 3:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Exits practice Wednesday

    Tonyan was carted off the practice field Wednesday with an unspecified injury, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The tight end can be considered day-to-day until further information is available on the nature of his injury. With T.J. Hockenson still recovering from a knee injury, Josh Oliver, Johnny Mundt and Tonyan are candidates to see added snaps and targets for the Vikings early on this season.

    Published: Wed, Jul 31 at 2:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds home in Minnesota

    Tonyan and the Vikings agreed to terms Thursday on a contract, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan suited up for all 17 games with the Bears last season, but he secured only 11 of 17 targets for 107 yards. He joins a Minnesota tight end room behind T.J. Hockenson (knee), who isn't a lock to be ready for Week 1 as he works his way back from a serious knee injury. That could give Tonyan the opportunity to compete with Josh Oliver and Johnny Mundt for an expanded early season role.

    Published: Thu, May 16 at 10:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finishes quiet year in Chicago

    Tonyan was targeted once but failed to catch a pass in the Bears' 17-9 loss to the Packers on Sunday.

    Analysis: The only game that Tonyan posted more than 18 yards in was Week 17 when Cole Kmet exited the contest early with an injury. On the season, Tonyan caught 11 passes for 112 yards on 17 targets. Going into his seventh year in the NFL, the tight end is set to hit unrestricted free agency.

    Published: Mon, Jan 8 at 4:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes on expanded role

    Tonyan caught three passes for 40 yards in the Bears' 37-17 win over the Falcons on Sunday.

    Analysis: Although Cole Kmet (knee) was active in this game, Tonyan was the only Chicago tight end utilized in the passing game. Tonyan was third on the team with four targets, and the only Chicago player with more receiving yards was DJ Moore. This was the only time all season that the veteran tight end posted 20 or more yards, but if Kmet's back in his typical role next week at Green Bay, Tonyan would likely go back to seeing minimal work as a receiver.

    Published: Sun, Dec 31 at 9:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes on expanded role

    Tonyan caught three passes for 40 yards in the Bears' 37-17 win over the Falcons on Sunday.

    Analysis: Although Cole Kmet (knee) was active in this game, Tonyan was the only Chicago tight end utilized in the passing game. Tonyan was third on the team with four targets, and the only Chicago player with more receiving yards was DJ Moore. This was the only time all season that the veteran tight end posted 20 or more yards, but if Kmet's back in his typical role next week at Green Bay, Tonyan would likely go back to seeing minimal work as a receiver.

    Published: Sun, Dec 31 at 9:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Targeted once in victory

    Tonyan caught a 14-yard pass in the Bears' 27-16 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.

    Analysis: Tonyan caught his first pass since Week 9, and he's yet to post 20 yards in any game. However, if Cole Kmet (knee) is forced to miss time, Tonyan could become Chicago's primary receiving tight end. When Tonyan was the Packers' top tight end in 2022, he caught 53 passes for 470 yards and two touchdowns, if he's put into a similar role with the Bears, he could be a streaming option at tight end.

    Published: Mon, Dec 25 at 4:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Targeted once in defeat

    Tonyan failed to catch his lone target in the Bears' 20-17 loss to the Browns on Sunday.

    Analysis: Tonyan doesn't have a catch since Week 9, and he has just seven catches on the season. Unless Cole Kmet misses time, it's unlikely that Tonyan sees an increased role in the Chicago offense.

    Published: Sun, Dec 17 at 5:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Goes untargeted in Week 14

    Tonyan played 17 of 71 snaps on offense and went without a target in Sunday's 28-13 win over the Lions.

    Analysis: The Bears brought in a pair of ex-Packers tight ends in Tonyan and Marcedes Lewis this offseason, but both players have seen their opportunities in the passing game take a hit with the move from Green Bay to Chicago. With Cole Kmet having stayed healthy so far this season, he's dominated the snaps at tight end every week while leaving scraps available for Tonyan and Lewis. Sunday's contest marked the third time in four games that Tonyan failed to draw a target.

    Published: Wed, Dec 13 at 9:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • One grab in loss

    Tonyan caught an 18-yard pass in the Bears' 24-17 loss to the Saints on Sunday.

    Analysis: Tonyan is averaging less than one reception per game, and he's yet to post 20 yards in any contest. Unless he moves into a more prominent receiving role, he'll have limited fantasy value.

    Published: Sun, Nov 5 at 6:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • One target in losing effort

    Tonyan caught one pass for eight yards in the Bears' 30-13 loss to the Chargers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Tonyan has yet to see more than two targets in any contest, and he has not posted more than 18 yards in a game this season. Unless his role increases, he'll retain low fantasy value.

    Published: Mon, Oct 30 at 7:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Secures lone target

    Tonyan had an 11-yard reception in the Bears' 19-13 loss to the Vikings on Sunday.

    Analysis: Tonyan has recorded between 10 and 18 yards in each of his last three games as the Bears' No. 2 tight end. With Cole Kmet the team's top receiving tight end, it may be difficult for Tonyan to see more than a couple targets per week.

    Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 6:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two grabs in win

    Tonyan caught both of his targets for 10 yards in the Bears' 40-20 win over the Commanders on Thursday.

    Analysis: Tonyan has caught two passes in each of his past two games, but as long as Cole Kmet is on the field, Tonyan's upside will be limited. On the season, he has four catches for 28 yards in four games played.

    Published: Fri, Oct 6 at 6:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Two grabs in loss

    Tonyan caught two passes for 18 yards in the Bears' 31-28 loss to the Broncos on Sunday.

    Analysis: Tonyan's two receptions were his first catches of the season. As the clear No. 2 tight end behind Cole Kmet, Tonyan will likely struggle to see consistent target volume.

    Published: Sun, Oct 1 at 6:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Targeted twice in defeat

    Tonyan failed to catch either of his two targets in the Bears' 27-17 loss to the Buccaneers on Sunday.

    Analysis: After being sidelined for the season opener, Tonyan made his Chicago debut as the secondary tight end option behind Cole Kmet. Even though it's unlikely than Tonyan challenges Kmet for regular targets, he could see a couple passes thrown his way in many games.

    Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 6:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Playing Sunday

    Tonyan (back) is active for Sunday's game against the Packers.

    Analysis: Tonyan avoided the Bears' Week 1 injury report until Saturday, when he was tacked on to it with a back issue and listed as questionable for Sunday. It won't stop him from suiting up for the season opener, but he may yield TE reps to Marcedes Lewis behind Cole Kmet, the Bears' top option at the position. No matter, Tonyan will be looking to make an impact versus his previous employer.

    Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 12:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Added to injury report

    Tonyan was added to the injury report Saturday with a back injury and is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Packers.

    Analysis: The Bears elevated Stephen Carlson from the practice squad signaling something was amiss with the tight end personnel. Tonyan, an offseason addition for the Bears, was expected to be a key contributor alongside newly re-signed starter Cole Kmet, although the exact playing time split for the two tight ends wasn't clear. Expect Marcedes Lewis to come in as a blocking specialist in the event Tonyan is unable to play.

    Published: Sat, Sep 9 at 10:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Important part of offense

    Tonyan is expected to see significant snaps in the regular season, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Although Cole Kmet is the Bears' primary tight end, the team expects to use two tight ends frequently. When the team is looking to attack through the air, Tonyan is likely to be on the field while seeing targets. When the team is focusing on the rushing attack, the second tight end could be Marcedes Lewis. Even though Tonyan is expected to be involved in the passing game, it seems likely that he'll be a secondary option behind Kmet.

    Published: Tue, Aug 15 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could see significant snaps

    Tonyan was "pretty involved" with the first-team offense during OTAs with the Bears expecting to use more sets with two tight ends than in 2022, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Based on June practices, it appears that Tonyan and Cole Kmet will both be on the field at the same time on many occasions. With both players being capable receivers, both should see targets, though Kmet is more likely to lead the position in snaps and targets. Although Tonyan should have production as a receiver, don't be surprised if his role is less consistent than Kmet's on a week-to-week basis.

    Published: Thu, Jun 22 at 10:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Joining Chicago

    Tonyan agreed Thursday with the Bears on a one-year deal, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan, who logged a career-high 53 catches (on 67 targets) for 470 yards and two touchdowns in 17 games with the Packers last season, adds quality depth to a Chicago tight end corps that also includes returning starter Cole Kmet. The duo will provide QB Justin Fields with a pair of solid pass catchers at the position, but the prospect of a timeshare with Kmet caps Tonyan's fantasy upside ahead of the coming season.

    Published: Thu, Mar 16 at 4:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches three passes in loss

    Tonyan caught all three of his targets for 29 yards in Sunday's 20-16 loss to the Lions.

    Analysis: The veteran tight end was on the field for 37 of the Packers' 60 offensive snaps and was unable to produce much for fantasy purposes with his opportunities. He finished the season with 53 catches for 470 yards and two touchdowns. Fantasy managers thinking that Tonyan would become a bigger factor in 2022 with the departures of Davante Adams and Marquez Valdes-Scantling were met with great disappointment, as the 28-year-old was typically an afterthought in Green Bay's inconsistent aerial attack.…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 11 at 5:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Breaks TD drought Sunday

    Tonyan caught three of four targets for 52 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 41-17 win over the Vikings.

    Analysis: The veteran tight end was on the other end of Aaron Rodgers' only TD pass of the day, a 21-yard toss in the second quarter that gave the team a 24-3 lead. Tonyan snapped an 11-game scoring drought in the process, as his only other trip to the end zone this season came in Week 4, while his 52 receiving yards represented his best performance since Week 6. He's now three catches short of breaking his career high of 52, a personal record he'll try to set in a must-win Week 18 clash with the Lions.

    Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 9:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • One reception in third straight

    Tonyan was targeted twice and caught one pass for 13 yards in Sunday's 26-20 victory over the Dolphins.

    Analysis: Tonyan played the most snaps among Packers tight ends as he usually does, but he finished with just a lone reception for a third straight week and was surprisingly outperformed by Marcedes Lewis. One game was not enough to drop Tonyan behind Lewis when it comes to fantasy options, but it will make it even tougher to trust him in Week 17.

    Published: Mon, Dec 26 at 7:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finishes with just four yards

    Tonyan was targeted twice and caught one pass for four yards in Monday's 24-12 victory over the Rams.

    Analysis: Tonyan led Packers tight ends in snaps for a ninth game in a row, but he also was on the field for fewer than 60 percent of the plays run by the Packers offense for the fourth time in as many contests, and he finished with a season low in the receiving yards column. In Week 16, Tonyan and the Packers will take on a Dolphins team that allowed opposing tight ends to score six touchdowns over its last six games, but it's tough to envision him capitalizing, as he has scored just once all season and…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 20 at 7:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another quiet appearance

    Tonyan was targeted twice and caught one pass for 10 yards in Sunday's 28-19 victory over the Bears.

    Analysis: Tonyan played at least 51 percent of the snaps for a fourth straight week, but as was the case in the previous three games he made only a minor mark in the box score. His recent output certainly does not inspire any confidence, but he at least will have an appealing matchup for the first time in a while when Green Bay returns from its Week 14 bye, as he and the Packers will face a Rams defense that has had trouble with opposing tight ends in recent weeks.

    Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 9:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tacks on three receptions

    Tonyan caught all three of his targets for 20 yards in Sunday's 40-33 loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: It was a pretty standard evening for Tonyan, who has not finished with more than three receptions nor more than 29 yards since Week 8. He has faced some tough matchups lately, and he will see another one in Week 13 as the Packers take on a Bears defense that has allowed tight ends to rack up more than 67 yards just once all season.

    Published: Mon, Nov 28 at 8:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • No game status for Week 12

    Tonyan (illness) won't carry an injury designation for Sunday's game in Philadelphia, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan sat out Thursday's practice on account of the illness, but he returned to the field Friday as a full participant to erase any concern about his health. He'll handle his usual duties Sunday as the Packers' starting tight end, but the role hasn't been as fruitful as some might have anticipated heading into the season. Though he's suited up in each of Green Bay's first 11 games, Tonyan has found the end zone only once and is averaging 3.7 catches and 31.1 receiving yards per contest.

    Published: Fri, Nov 25 at 1:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses Thursday's practice

    Tonyan sat out Thursday's practice due to an illness, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan practiced fully Wednesday, so the tight end's addition to the Packers' injury report Thursday makes his status worth tracking ahead of Sunday's game against the Eagles. If Tonyan is unable to play this weekend, added passing targets would be available for some combination of Josiah Deguara, Marcedes Lewis and Tyler Davis.

    Published: Thu, Nov 24 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two receptions in Week 11

    Tonyan was targeted four times and caught two passes for 19 yards in Thursday's 27-17 loss to the Titans.

    Analysis: Tonyan played more than twice as many snaps as any other Packers tight end, but as has typically been the case this season, he made only a minor mark in the box score. Things may not change in the weeks ahead, as the Packers' next two opponents -- the Eagles and Bears -- both rank top 10 in the league against tight ends heading into their Week 11 matchups.

    Published: Fri, Nov 18 at 7:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches one pass against Cowboys

    Tonyan was targeted once and caught one pass for eight yards in Sunday's 31-28 overtime victory over the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Tonyan had at least four targets in five straight games heading into Sunday's contest, but he was an afterthought in the offense Week 10 and finished with seasons lows in all of the target, reception and yardage categories. He will have a chance to get back on track Week 11 against a Titans defense that ranks second-to-last in the league against the pass, but note that the bulk of the yards they have given up have been accumulated by wide receivers.

    Published: Mon, Nov 14 at 10:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Reined in by Detroit

    Tonyan was targeted four times and caught three passes for 29 yards in Sunday's 15-9 loss to the Lions.

    Analysis: Tonyan drew at least four targets for a fifth straight game and garnered a couple looks close to the goal line, but he finished with fewer than 30 yards for the fourth time this season and was held out of the end zone for the eighth time in nine appearances. He will have a tough time getting on track in Week 10 against a speedy Dallas defense that has contained tight ends as well as anyone, but quarterback Aaron Rodgers may need to look Tonyan's way more often anyway if the Packers are…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 7 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Grabs five receptions in loss

    Tonyan caught five of six targets for 35 yards in Sunday's 27-17 loss to Buffalo.

    Analysis: Tonyan actually led all Green Bay receiving options with his five snags Sunday, but most of his receptions were outlet passes. The veteran tight end did have a touchdown called back when he knocked his defender down in order to get wide open in the end zone. Tonyan is averaging six receptions and 52.3 yards over his last three games. The recent uptick in production coupled with a soft matchup against the Lions next Sunday should give Tonyan some starting appeal Week 9.

    Published: Mon, Oct 31 at 12:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in Week 7 loss

    Tonyan was targeted four times and caught three passes for 32 yards in Sunday's 23-21 loss to the Commanders.

    Analysis: Tonyan set season highs for targets, receptions and yardage in Week 6, but he was held in check Sunday by a Washington defense that has made a habit of shutting down tight ends this season. The matchup won't get any easier the next time out, as Tonyan will take on a Bills team that has been nearly as stingy against tight ends as the Commanders and has not allowed any player at that position to find paydirt this season.

    Published: Mon, Oct 24 at 7:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Best game of season

    Tonyan caught 10 of 12 targets for 90 yards in Sunday's 27-10 loss to the Jets.

    Analysis: Tonyan was Green Bay's best offensive playmaker during another underwhelming team performance. The tight end led the Packers in all major receiving categories, turning in comfortably his best performance of the early season. With wideouts Sammy Watkins (hamstring), Christian Watson (hamstring) and Randall Cobb (ankle) all banged up, Tonyan represents a reliable target for quarterback Aaron Rodgers going into Week 7's matchup versus the Commanders.

    Published: Sun, Oct 16 at 2:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies four receptions

    Tonyan was targeted four times and caught four passes for 23 yards in Sunday's 27-22 loss to the Giants.

    Analysis: Tonyan did not do much in the box score, but he did haul in all four of his targets and now has caught 17 of the 20 passes thrown his way this season. Fellow tight end Marcedes Lewis played more snaps and found pay dirt Week 5, but Tonyan remains the better fantasy option of the two.

    Published: Mon, Oct 10 at 7:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Records first 2022 touchdown

    Tonyan was targeted twice and caught two passes for 22 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 27-24 overtime victory over the Patriots.

    Analysis: After increasing the previous two weeks, Tonyan's snap count percentage declined in Week 4, but he made the most of his opportunities and found the end zone for the first time in nearly a year. He remains the top pass catcher among Packers tight ends, and with Sunday's showing following a game in which he garnered seven targets, he is giving fantasy players more reason to look his way.

    Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 7:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Targeted seven times in win

    Tonyan was targeted seven times and caught six passes for 37 yards in Sunday's victory over the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Tonyan did not do much in the yardage department, but the target and reception totals were particularly encouraging, as was the fact he played 14 more snaps than any other Packers tight end. Tonyan shared the load with the three other tight ends on Green Bay's roster over the first two weeks, but he appears to be emerging the primary option at his position.

    Published: Mon, Sep 26 at 8:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains on pitch count

    Tonyan was targeted twice and caught two passes for 11 yards in Sunday's victory over the Bears.

    Analysis: Tonyan made a rapid recovery from a torn ACL and took the field in Week 1, but the Packers aren't giving him a big workload right away. Although his snap count percentage increased slightly, he was out there for fewer than 40 percent of the plays for the second week in a row. Tonyan played at least 60 percent of the snaps in both 2020 and 2021, so it's evident there is room for growth in that department.

    Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 7:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Three receptions in return

    Tonyan was targeted five times and caught three passes for 36 yards in Sunday's loss to the Vikings.

    Analysis: Tonyan took the field for the first time since Week 8 of the 2021 season, and although he didn't make a major impact, he also didn't appear limited by his surgically repaired left knee. He played just 22 snaps, which was one fewer than fellow tight end Marcedes Lewis and seven more than both Josiah Deguara and Tyler Davis. With a game under his belt and the Packers in need of playmakers, though, Tonyan -- who scored 11 touchdowns in 2020 -- could find himself on the field more frequently in the…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 9:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Clear for Sunday

    Tonyan (knee) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game in Minnesota, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan suffered a torn ACL in his left knee Week 8 last season, missing the rest of what had been a disappointing campaign to that point (18-204-2 on 29 targets). He has a 52-586-11 receiving line on his resume from 2020, and with Davante Adams out of town and Allen Lazard (ankle) doubtful for Week 1, Tonyan is set up to be among Aaron Rodgers' favored pass catchers to begin this year.

    Published: Fri, Sep 9 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited again Thursday

    Tonyan (knee) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: A little more than 10 months removed from tearing the ACL in his left knee Week 8 of last season, Tonyan seemingly has a chance to suit up for the Packers' Week 1 visit to the Vikings after notching back-to-back capped sessions. Friday's injury report may provide clarity for his availability heading into the weekend. If Green Bay ends up exercising caution with Tonyan for the season opener and holds him out, though, Josiah Deguara, Marcedes Lewis and Tyler Davis would be in line for the reps at…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 8 at 3:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Fits in limited session Wednesday

    Tonyan (knee) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Jason Wilde of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan has progressed steadily from the torn ACL in his left knee that he suffered Week 8 of last season, getting removed from the PUP list Aug. 14 and eventually mixing into team drills Aug. 28. Head coach Matt LaFleur has said that he's unsure whether Tonyan will be healthy enough to suit up Week 1 at Minnesota, and the tight end's activity level Wednesday would seem to back that up. Fortunately for Tonyan, he has two more chances to log a full session before week's end, at which point the…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 7 at 2:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Uncertain for Week 1

    Coach Matt LaFleur said Monday "it's a little too early" to say whether Tonyan (knee) will suit up for the regular season-opener against Minnesota, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan resumed taking part in team drills Sunday, and the Packers activated him from the active/PUP list on Aug. 14, so it's clear he's making progress in his recovery from a torn left ACL. With the season opener just under two weeks away, Tonyan still has a bit of time to showcase his health before the team will need to make a decision on his Week 1 status.

    Published: Mon, Aug 29 at 9:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Set for team work at practice

    Coach Matt LaFleur said Tonyan (knee) will take part in team drills at Sunday's practice, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan suffered a torn ACL in his left knee Week 8 last season, but he progressed enough that the Packers activated him from the active/PUP list on Aug. 14. Two weeks later, he's now poised to mix into team drills, which is a positive sign with the season opener still two weeks away. It remains to be seen whether or not Tonyan will make himself available for a Week 1 road matchup with the Vikings on Sunday, Sept. 11.

    Published: Sun, Aug 28 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not playing Thursday

    Tonyan (knee) isn't expected to play in Thursday's preseason contest in Kansas City, Mike Spofford and Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site report.

    Analysis: Green Bay activated Tonyan from the active/PUP list on Aug. 14, but he remains in the midst of his recovery from the torn ACL in his left knee that he sustained Week 8 last season. As such, he has yet to participate in team drills in practice, meaning his status for Week 1 at Minnesota is a lingering question mark.

    Published: Thu, Aug 25 at 4:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not cleared for team drills

    Tonyan (knee) hasn't been cleared for team drills yet, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan thus figures to be out for Thursday's preseason finale against Kansas City, with his status for Week 1 at Minnesota in serious question. He could be a big part of Green Bay's passing game this year, but not necessarily early in the season.

    Published: Mon, Aug 22 at 9:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Resuming practice

    Tonyan (knee) is slated to return to practice Sunday, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: With the tight end bouncing back from a torn ACL that he suffered Week 8 last season, coach Matt LaFleur relayed that Tonyan won't participate in team drills in his return to the field, with individual drill and walkthroughs initially on tap for for the 28-year-old, who logged an 18-204-2 line on 29 targets through eight outings in 2021.

    Published: Sun, Aug 14 at 12:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Goes on PUP list

    The Packers placed Tonyan (knee) on the active/PUP list Friday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan was putting together a lackluster follow-up to his 2020 breakout when he was lost for the season Week 8 last fall, the result of a torn ACL in his left knee. Overall, he hauled in 18 of 29 targets for 204 yards and two touchdowns in eight appearances, after going for 52-586-11 on 59 targets the previous year. Regarding Friday's development, it comes as no surprise, as the tight end was unable to participate in the offseason program, making him an iffy prospect to be available Week 1 at…read more

    Published: Fri, Jul 22 at 3:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Week 1 status still up in air

    Tonyan's (knee) availability for the Packers' season opener against the Vikings is still is unclear after he spent OTAs and minicamp rehabbing off to the side, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan's lack of participation so far this offseason comes as no surprise given he is just over eight months out from suffering a torn ACL late last October. The Packers likely will take their time in bringing the 28-year-old tight end back, as the team needs him to fill a more prominent role in the passing game after the loss of star wideout Davante Adams. Backup tight ends Josiah Deguara, Marcedes Lewis and Tyler Davis combined for 39 catches, 358 receiving yards and two touchdowns without…read more

    Published: Mon, Jul 11 at 5:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held out of minicamp

    Tonyan (knee) wasn't cleared for practice at June minicamp, SI.com's Bill Huber reports.

    Analysis: This is expected, as Tonyan is less than eight months removed from suffering an ACL tear in late October. He'll hit the nine-month mark around the time Green Bay opens training camp, and while Tonyan figures to be absent or limited initially, he has a chance to be ready for Week 1. Reports earlier this offseason suggested the Packers view him as being ahead of schedule in the rehab process, so it might not be long before he re-emerges as a key target for QB Aaron Rodgers in the red zone -- this…read more

    Published: Sun, Jun 19 at 10:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Rehabbing during OTAs

    Tonyan (knee) was spotted rehabbing off to the side during the Packers' OTAs on Tuesday, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan tore his left ACL in Week 8 last season and has reportedly been ahead of schedule during his rehab, but it remains to be seen if he'll be ready by Week 1. The undrafted tight end out of Indiana State re-signed with Green Bay on a one-year deal in mid-March, and if healthy, he could play an increased role in the Packers' passing game in the absence of Davante Adams. Tonyan's status during training camp in July should give a better indication as to whether or not he'll be available to…read more

    Published: Tue, May 24 at 10:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ahead of schedule in recovery

    The Packers consider Tonyan (knee) to be ahead of schedule in his recovery from a left ACL tear, Zach Kruse of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: General manager Brian Gutekunst said the team doesn't "have a real timetable" on Tonyan's recovery, but it appears that the top tight end could have a shot to retake the field early in the 2022 campaign, potentially even by Week 1. Tonyan re-signed with the Packers on a one-year contract mid-March, just following the team's trade of Davante Adams to the Raiders. Considering the void left by Adams on offense, Tonyan figures to handle a key role in the passing game even if Green Bay makes notable…read more

    Published: Thu, Mar 31 at 8:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to Green Bay

    The Packers and Tonyan (knee) agreed to a one-year contract Saturday, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

    Analysis: Since Green Bay sent Davante Adams to the Raiders on Thursday, the team has used the open cap space to bring back two of its own from last season (Tonyan and cornerback Rasul Douglas) and an outsider (punter Pat O'Donnell, formerly of the Bears). Tonyan is in the midst of his recovery from a torn ACL that he suffered Week 8, meaning his status will be one to watch as the offseason goes on. Considering the timeline for such recoveries, he could be ready for Week 1 of the upcoming campaign. If…read more

    Published: Sat, Mar 19 at 3:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Moved to IR

    The Packers placed Tonyan (knee) on injured reserve Monday.

    Analysis: Tonyan's move to IR was fully expected after head coach Matt LaFleur confirmed over the weekend that the tight end suffered a season-ending ACL tear in the Packers' Week 8 win over the Cardinals. On Monday, LaFleur named Josiah Deguara as a candidate to take on an increased role sans Tonyan, while Marcedes Lewis and Dominique Dafney are also likely to see upticks in snaps at tight end.

    Published: Mon, Nov 1 at 1:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tears ACL

    Tonyan (knee) was diagnosed with an ACL tear on Friday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The tight end went down grabbing his left knee after a long reception in the third quarter of Thursday's 24-21 win over the Cardinals. It didn't look good at the time, and agent Jack Bechta has since confirmed that his client will miss the rest of the season. Bechta did provide one possible silver lining, noting that Tonyan suffered an isolated tear with no lateral damage. It's still a season-ending injury, but that could help Tonyan's recovery/rehab process next offseason. Meanwhile, the…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 29 at 10:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could miss time

    Though coach Matt LaFleur didn't provide specifics with regard to the non-contact knee injury Tonyan suffered in Thursday's 24-21 win over the Cardinals, Mike Spofford of the Packer's official site indicates that the tight end may have suffered a serious injury.

    Analysis: Per Spofford, LaFleur's tone when discussing Tonyan's status following the contest suggests that the team is bracing for the worst. "I'm sick for Bobby. He means so much to this team," LaFleur said. "I'm sick for us. My heart goes out to him." If Tonyan is forced to miss time, Marcedes Lewis, Josiah Deguara and Dominique Dafney would be in line to handle Green Bay's tight end duties.

    Published: Fri, Oct 29 at 5:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with knee injury

    Tonyan is questionable to return Thursday against the Cardinals after suffering a knee injury.

    Analysis: Tonyan made a long catch late in the third quarter but was taken down awkwardly on the play. He managed to leave the field under his own power but ultimately went to the locker room after being briefly evaluated on the sideline, according to Matt Schneidman of The Athletic. Prior to his exit, Tonyan had three receptions for 49 yards.

    Published: Thu, Oct 28 at 7:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Bigger Week 8 role awaits

    Tonyan is expected to handle a greater role as a pass catcher Thursday in Arizona with receivers Davante Adams and Allen Lazard having been ruled out for the game following their placements on the reserve/COVID-19 list earlier this week, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

    Analysis: Green Bay could be without its top three wide receivers Week 8, as Marquez Valdes-Scantling (hamstring) still resides on injured reserve and is no lock to be activated ahead of Thursday's 4 p.m. ET deadline for transactions. Even if Valdes-Scantling suits up, he'll likely be available for only a limited role after failing to practice this week, so the Packers appear prepared to enter the contest with Tonyan, running back Aaron Jones and wideouts Randall Cobb and Equanimeous St. Brown as the…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 28 at 9:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back on radar

    Tonyan caught four receptions on five targets for 63 yards and one touchdown against Washington on Sunday.

    Analysis: Tonyan had largely disappeared from the box score for a month straight, catching just six receptions for 32 yards on 13 targets in the prior four games, so his reemergence against Washington was encouraging to see. Tonyan will likely remain a low-volume target like he was in 2020, but a game like this is a reminder that he doesn't necessarily need much target volume to be useful as long as his yards per target and touchdowns per target approach his 2020 levels. The Packers could find themselves…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains on periphery

    Tonyan was targeted three times and caught two passes for 10 yards in Sunday's 24-14 victory over the Bears.

    Analysis: Tonyan played at least 60 percent of the snaps for the fourth week in a row, but as was the case the previous three weeks he made only a cameo appearance in the box score. His 2020 campaign provides reason to believe he can get on track, but with totals of six receptions and 32 yards since his 52-yard, one-score showing in Week 2, there's not much else fueling optimism about Tonyan at the moment.

    Published: Mon, Oct 18 at 7:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for Sunday

    Tonyan (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Chicago, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: He was a limited practice participant throughout the week but never appeared in serious danger of missing the game. Tonyan has caught just nine of 17 targets (52.9 percent) this year, after leading all TEs in 2020 with an 88.1 percent catch rate. In terms of volume, he's dropped from 3.7 targets per game to 3.2, while his snap share (61.1 percent) is nearly identical to last year.

    Published: Fri, Oct 15 at 12:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another limited showing

    Tonyan (knee) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday.

    Analysis: Listed similarly on a second consecutive injury report, Tonyan's status for Week 6 is somewhat cloudy, but it could all be cleared up if he logs a full practice Friday. If he's able to do so, he'll look to get his season back on track Sunday against a Bears defense that allowed him to haul in all seven targets for 85 yards and touchdowns in two 2020 matchups.

    Published: Thu, Oct 14 at 2:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tending to knee issue

    Tonyan was limited in practice Wednesday due to a knee injury, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan has had a muted start to the season, with four outings of two or fewer catches and no more than eight yards. His only somewhat productive outing came in Week 2 against the Lions, when he hauled in all three targets for 52 yards and one touchdown. There's been no indication Tonyan's knee issue is threatening his odds to play Sunday at Chicago, but the next two days of practice could shed light on how he's trending.

    Published: Wed, Oct 13 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tamed by Bengals

    Tonyan was targeted twice and caught one pass for eight yards in Sunday's 25-22 victory over the Bengals.

    Analysis: This type of line has become the norm for Tonyan, who has been limited to eight receiving yards or fewer in four of his five appearances this season. It does not appear that Week 6 will be when he gets on track, as he and the Packers will take on a Bears defense that has contained Darren Waller and T.J. Hockenson over the past two weeks and has allowed just one touchdown to tight ends this season.

    Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 8:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another quiet appearance

    Tonyan was targeted a season-high seven times but caught only two passes for eight yards in Sunday's 27-17 victory over the Steelers.

    Analysis: Tonyan saw some extra passes in his direction with wideout Marquez Valdes-Scantling (hamstring) sidelined and nearly matched his target total from Weeks 1-3 combined, but he still finished with a single digit in the yardage column for the third time this season. Tonyan was on the field for 78 percent of the plays the Packers' offense ran in Week 4, so he's getting his fair share of work. However, he's simply not producing enough to be locked into fantasy lineups at the moment, and he could have…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 4 at 7:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Just one catch in win

    Tonyan caught his lone target for eight yards in Sunday's 30-28 win over the 49ers.

    Analysis: Tonyan crashed back down to earth after busting out 52 yards and a touchdown last week against the Lions. Aaron Rodgers relied almost primarily on star wideout Davante Adams, and the duo led Green Bay to victory. Tonyan's fantasy value last season stemmed from his ability to find the end zone (11 touchdowns), but with just one score and 66 total yards through three contests, fantasy managers may start looking for other answers at tight end.

    Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 10:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores in Monday's win

    Tonyan caught all three of his targets for 52 yards and a touchdown in Monday night's 35-17 win over the Lions.

    Analysis: Tonyan started his performance with a 19-yard gain on a screen pass. He later gave the Packers the lead as the beneficiary of a 22-yard laser from Aaron Rodgers, scoring a touchdown down the seam. With a couple forced coverage penalties and another screen-pass gain afterward, Tonyan turned in a display reminiscent of his breakout 2020 campaign, giving him good momentum ahead of Week 3's trip to San Francisco.

    Published: Mon, Sep 20 at 8:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet in season opener

    Tonyan was targeted four times and caught two passes for eight yards in Sunday's 38-3 loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: Tonyan was the clear-cut top tight end for the Packers in Week 1, but he saw only a few passes thrown his direction, and with his team pulling the bulk of its starters early, he was on the field for only 49 percent of offensive plays. He did a lot of damage in the red zone last season, but the Packers rarely crossed midfield Sunday, which further limited his opportunities. Some fantasy players may cut ties with Tonyan after his Week 1 dud, but don't forget he scored 11 touchdowns over 15 games…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 9:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Draws rave reviews from TE coach

    Tonyan drew rave reviews from Packers tight ends coach Justin Outten on Sunday, with the coach stating his belief that Tonyan "has not reached his ceiling yet."

    Analysis: Tonyan did not see action in the Packers' preseason opener, but that was not due to any sort of injury and rather the fact he has established himself as the top tight end in Green Bay. After a breakout 2020 campaign, Tonyan continued making strides over the offseason, with Outten noting, "What (Tonyan) does outside the building has really jumped off. You can progress (in camp), but you have to be able to do it outside this building, and he's really taken care of his body, the mental aspect of…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 16 at 7:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs RFA tender

    Tonyan signed his second-round tender with the Packers on Thursday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan has been an attendant of OTAs, so it makes sense to see him sign his contract tender. If the 27-year-old can repeat last season's production, when he had 52 catches for 586 yards and 11 touchdowns, he'll position himself for a sizeable payday come 2022. Of course, a 21.1 touchdown rate may not be sustainable, but Tonyan does stand to once again serve as one of Green Bay's main weapons in the red zone alongside Davante Adams and Aaron Jones.

    Published: Thu, May 27 at 2:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets second-round tender

    The Packers extended a second-round tender to Tonyan on Tuesday, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan was a pleasant surprise for the Packers last season, hauling in 52 of 59 targets for 586 yards and 11 touchdowns. That was good for 9.9 YPT and a 21.1 percent touchdown rate, which may be unsustainable but highlights his importance to Green Bay's passing attack. Other teams still can give Tonyan an offer sheet, but it'll cost them a second-round pick if the Packers ultimately decide not to match it.

    Published: Tue, Mar 16 at 10:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone

    Tonyan recorded four receptions on four targets for 22 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 31-26 loss to the Buccaners in the NFC Championship Game.

    Analysis: Tonyan continued to fill the role of red-zone threat, scoring from eight yards away midway through the third quarter. Between both 16 regular-season contests and two playoff games, Tonyan managed 12 touchdowns and emerged as a trusted option for Aaron Rodgers. Tonyan will enter the offseason as a restricted free agent, though it's likely that the Packers will tender him a contract after his breakout performance throughout the 2020 campaign.

    Published: Sun, Jan 24 at 4:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up 60 yards

    Tonyan recorded four receptions on four targets for 60 yards in the Packers' divisional-round win over the Rams on Saturday.

    Analysis: Tonyan picked up over half of his yards on a play just before halftime, when Aaron Rodgers evaded pressure and found him well down the field for a 33-yard game. Otherwise, Tonyan's longest reception went for 12 yards, and he was overshadowed by other peripheral options like Allen Lazard. Even so, Tonyan reached 60 receiving yards for only the fourth time in 17 games this season.

    Published: Sat, Jan 16 at 6:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds paydirt in finale

    Tonyan caught both his targets for 18 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's victory over the Bears.

    Analysis: Tonyan was held under the 20-yard mark for the third game in a row, but he did reach the end zone for the sixth time in the last seven games, and the 11th time overall this season. Tonyan finished the regular season 13th among tight ends in both receptions and receiving yards, but he tied Travis Kelce for the most scores among players at his position, which made him one of the more productive tight ends in any fantasy format.

    Published: Mon, Jan 4 at 8:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Disappears on SNF

    Tonyan caught just one pass (two targets) for 17 yards in Sunday's 40-14 rout of the Titans.

    Analysis: Tonyan was riding high on a five-game touchdown streak, but that came to a screeching halt with Sunday's empty stat line. The budding tight end was not the only Green Bay receiver to be left out in the cold, as no other tight end or wide receiver outside of Davante Adams received more than two looks from Aaron Rodgers all game long. Green Bay's star duo picked on the Titans' defense and left little scraps for the rest of the crew. Tonyan will look to earn back Rodgers' attention in the red zone…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 11:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone again

    Tonyan recorded three receptions on three targets for 18 yards and a touchdown in Week 15 against the Panthers.

    Analysis: Tonyan found the end zone for the fifth consecutive week, logging a one-yard touchdown reception to cap the Packers' first possession. One play earlier, he had hauled in a pass for seven yards to bring the team to the goal line. Thereafter, Tonyan was held silent on the stat sheet until the fourth quarter, when he tacked on a 10-yard reception. Though he has surpassed 50 receiving yards only once in his last seven games, Tonyan has been a key contributor near the end zone. That should keep him…read more

    Published: Sat, Dec 19 at 9:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tied atop league in tight end TDs

    Tonyan caught all five of his targets for 36 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 31-24 win against the Lions.

    Analysis: At a position where viable options are especially hard to come by in fantasy, under-drafted breakouts become especially valuable. Tonyan has been precisely that during his third active pro campaign out of Indiana State, as the 26-year-old currently finds himself tied with Travis Kelce at an NFL-high nine receiving TDs among tight ends. He's attracted exactly five targets in four consecutive games, reeling in 19 of those 20 opportunities for 186 yards and four scores. Tonyan seems poised to keep…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 6:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone again

    Tonyan caught four of five targets for 39 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 30-16 win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: The tight end got into the end zone for a third straight game, hauling in a 25-yard strike from Aaron Rodgers late in the second quarter. Tonyan now has eight TDs this season after scoring only two in 27 games during his first two NFL campaigns, and his odds of extending his scoring streak seem pretty good in Week 14 against a Lions defense that just gave up a touchdown to Bears rookie TE Cole Kmet.

    Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 6:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads team in receiving

    Tonyan (ankle) hauled in all five of his targets for 67 yards and a score in Sunday's 41-25 win over Chicago.

    Analysis: Tonyan was late to the scoring party in the one-sided affair, cashing in on a 39-yard score in the third quarter that rescued what would have been a pedestrian outing. The 26-year-old has been a pleasant surprise since taking over as the starting tight end this season, totaling 37 receptions, 458 yards and seven touchdowns through 11 contests. Tonyan remains a fantasy threat so long as he has the trust of Aaron Rodgers, which he continues to build week by week. The rising star will next take on…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 10:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for Week 12

    Tonyan (ankle) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's contest versus the Bears, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan was listed as limited on the Packers' first two injury reports of Week 12, but a full session Friday has cleared him for game action. He'll look to take advantage of a Chicago defense that has allowed the sixth-most touchdown catches (six, tied with eight other teams) to opposing tight ends this season.

    Published: Fri, Nov 27 at 1:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets in limited practice

    Tonyan (ankle) practiced in a limited fashion Wednesday.

    Analysis: After recording five touchdowns in three games between Weeks 2 and 4, Tonyan was held out of the end zone for five consecutive contests before ending the scoring drought this past Sunday at Indianapolis. He also put up his fourth-most receiving yards (44) and matched his second-most catches (five) in a single game this season. An ankle issue has bothered Tonyan at times throughout the campaign, but he's still managed to log at least 50 percent and up to 73 percent of the snaps on offense across…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 25 at 2:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • First score since Week 4

    Tonyan caught all five of his targets for 44 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's loss to the Colts.

    Analysis: Tonyan went five games without finding the end zone, but he snapped that skid early in Sunday's contest, hauling in a 25-yard touchdown pass from Aaron Rodgers in the first quarter. Despite the slow stretch, Tonyan now has six receiving scores on the season, which ties him for 11th in the league and third among tight ends. He hasn't provided much help for fantasy players when he hasn't found pay dirt however, as he hasn't racked up the receptions and yardage some of his counterparts have.…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 23 at 8:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for Sunday

    Tonyan (ankle) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Indianapolis, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan has been listed on the practice report with either a knee or ankle injury for the past month or so, but he's played at least 50 percent of offensive snaps in each of the Packers' nine games this season. Production has been far less consistent than playing time, with Tonyan scoring each of his five touchdowns in a three-game stretch over Weeks 2-4. He's averaging only 2.8 catches for 34.8 yards per game in five appearances since the end of his TD streak.

    Published: Fri, Nov 20 at 12:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited practice Thursday

    Tonyan (ankle) was a limited participant at practice Thursday.

    Analysis: Tonyan's practice reps have been capped for the majority of sessions since the calendar flipped to October, but he's still played at least 50 percent and up to 67 percent of the snaps on offense in each game this season. While he hasn't made a huge impact since scoring five TDs in three games between Weeks 2 and 4 -- a 14-174-0 line on 18 targets the last five contests -- Tonyan is the Packers tight end most likely to make an impact in the box score on a weekly basis.

    Published: Thu, Nov 19 at 1:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets in limited practice

    Tonyan (ankle) practiced in a limited fashion Wednesday, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan has dealt with ankle and knee injuries for a good portion of the season, but his share of the offensive snaps has hovered between 60 and 67 percent for seven of nine outings. Since he went off for five touchdowns in three games from Weeks 2 through 4, he's been kept out of the end zone while accumulating 14 catches (on 18 targets) for 174 yards across the last five games. Assuming he's able to suit up Sunday at Indianapolis, Tonyan may find it difficult to produce against a Colts defense…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 18 at 2:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Three catches in win over Jags

    Tonyan corralled three of his four targets for 33 receiving yards during Sunday's 24-20 win against Jacksonville.

    Analysis: Despite Sunday's matchup being between 6-2 and 1-7 teams, game flow worked surprisingly in favor of Green Bay pass-catchers as the Packers found themselves trailing in the final 10 minutes of regulation. The team attempted 34 passes to 25 combined rush attempts, with Tonyan standing as one of five Packers to generate at least three catches. The Indiana State product has been hit-or-miss this season, with four outings of 50-plus receiving yards and/or a touchdown contrasted by five outings with…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 4:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to play Sunday

    Tonyan (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

    Analysis: The 26-year-old was considered questionable after cropping up on the injury report with the knee issue Thursday and missing practice Friday, but he'll take the field against the Jaguars. Tonyan should open the contest as Green Bay's No. 1 tight end, while Jace Sternberger and Marcedes Lewis are next up if he aggravates the injury.

    Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 8:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Uncertain for Sunday

    Tonyan (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Jacksonville.

    Analysis: Tonyan appears truly questionable after he was added to the injury report Thursday as a limited participant and then held out of Friday's practice. A 1 p.m. ET kickoff makes things a little easier for fantasy managers if it comes down to a game-time decision, allowing for a wide range of alternatives. Teammates Jace Sternberger and Marcedes Lewis could both see extra snaps/targets if Tonyan is out, but neither would be a trustworthy option for fantasy lineups.

    Published: Fri, Nov 13 at 12:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Absent Friday

    Tonyan (knee) isn't practicing Friday, Olivia Reiner of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

    Analysis: Added to the Thursday injury report as a limited participant, Tonyan now appears in serious danger of missing Sunday's game against the Jaguars. An absence would free up snaps for Jace Sternberger in passing situations, while Marcedes Lewis could also get more playing time but likely would continue to focus on blocking.

    Published: Fri, Nov 13 at 10:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Pops up on injury report

    Tonyan was limited in Thursday's practice due to a knee injury, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan wasn't listed on Wednesday's injury report, so the extent of his participation in Friday's session will warrant close monitoring. The 26-year-old tight end only saw one target during last Thursday's win in San Francisco, his least amount of looks since Week 1.

    Published: Thu, Nov 12 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to one reception

    Tonyan recorded a five-yard reception on his lone target in Thursday's 34-17 victory over the 49ers.

    Analysis: Tonyan was on the field for 62 percent of the plays the Packers ran, but quarterback Aaron Rodgers leaned on his receivers and running backs in Week 9. Since breaking out for three touchdowns Week 3 against the Falcons, Tonyan has averaged just 35.3 yards per game and hasn't found the end zone. He's still a decent bet to end the scoring drought Week 10, when the Packers face a Jacksonville team that surrendered seven touchdowns to opposing tight ends over six games between Weeks 2 and 7.

    Published: Fri, Nov 6 at 8:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Leading receiver in loss

    Tonyan caught five of seven targets for a game-high 79 yards in Sunday's 28-22 loss to the Vikings.

    Analysis: While Davante Adams saw more volume (12 targets) for Green Bay, Tonyan ended up with more yards thanks largely to a 45-yard grab in the third quarter. Adams, however, caught all three of Aaron Rodgers' TD passes, reinforcing who the top dog in the Packers' passing game is. Tonyan's seven targets were still a season high for the third-year tight end, and he should remain a crucial part of the Packers' offense in Week 9 against the 49ers.

    Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go Week 8

    Tonyan (ankle) was a full participant at Thursday's practice, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

    Analysis: Green Bay listed Tonyan as a limited participant on Wednesday's estimated report due to the ankle issue, but the tight end was able to take every rep when the team returned to the field Thursday for the first time in Week 8. He'll thus be on tap for his normal duties as the Packers' top pass-catching option at his position this weekend versus Minnesota. During Green Bay's previous matchup with the Vikings in Week 1, Tonyan was shut out of the box score for the only time this season, drawing no…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 29 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts in limited showing

    Tonyan (ankle/knee) was limited at Wednesday's practice.

    Analysis: While Tonyan played a season-low 50 percent of the offensive snaps during the Packers' Week 7 win at Houston, he wasn't far off the normal 59 to 67 percent he had logged in the team's five other games on the campaign. Since compiling five touchdowns between Weeks 2 and 4, Tonyan has managed just five catches (on six targets) for 57 yards and no scores. In any case, Tonyan will look to get back to full practice participation by the end of the week.

    Published: Wed, Oct 28 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited opportunity

    Tonyan recorded two receptions on two targets for 32 yards in Week 7 against the Texans.

    Analysis: Davante Adams dominated targets, vacuuming 16 of Aaron Rodgers' 34 pass attempts. That left limited volume for the rest of the Packers' pass-catchers, including Tonyan. On the positive side, Tonyan did convert both of his targets into receptions to maintain strong efficiency. However, having seen no more than six targets in any contest this season, it's difficult to rely on Tonyan for consistent production moving forward. He and the Packers will draw a matchup in Week 8 against the Vikings.

    Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 6:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Clear to play Sunday

    Tonyan (ankle) is listed as active Sunday in Houston.

    Analysis: After tending to a right ankle injury during last Sunday's loss at Tampa Bay, Tonyan didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday, but his ability to practice in a limited capacity Friday opened the door for him to suit up this weekend. Indeed, the Packers kept Tonyan off the inactive list, allowing him the opportunity to log his usual offensive snap share of 60-70 percent.

    Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 8:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play in Week 7

    Tonyan (ankle) is expected to play Sunday against the Texans, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The tight end was held out of practice both Wednesday and Thursday, but he returned to a limited session Friday. Confirmation of his Week 7 status will arrive when the Packers release their inactive list before Sunday's 1:00 ET kickoff, but at this stage, it appears as though Tonyan will suit up versus Houston.

    Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 4:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable to face Houston

    Tonyan (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Houston, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan was held out of practice Wednesday and Thursday but returned to limited participation Friday. He managed to play through the ankle injury for most of last week's loss to Tampa Bay, so it would seem he has a pretty good chance to suit up this coming Sunday. If not, the Packers could turn to Jace Sternberger as the top receiving threat at tight end, with Marcedes Lewis also a candidate to pick up some extra snaps and maybe a few targets. A 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff means the Packers will…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 23 at 12:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Works on side Thursday

    Tonyan (ankle) didn't practice Thursday, but he did work without pads and with a trainer on the side, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan seemed to favor his right leg and even left Sunday's loss at Tampa Bay for a spell, but he ended Week 6 with multiple catches (three) for the fourth consecutive contest. While he hasn't joined his teammates in drills this week, he ability to get in some work indicates he may be able to gut out his ankle injury this weekend. Friday's practice report may give a sense of Tonyan's ability to play Sunday in Houston.

    Published: Thu, Oct 22 at 11:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses Wednesday's practice

    Tonyan didn't practice Wednesday due to an ankle injury.

    Analysis: Tonyan tweaked his right ankle in the Week 6 loss to the Buccaneers, but he returned to the contest and finished with three catches (on four targets) for 25 yards. That seems to bode well for the starting tight end's chances of suiting up in Houston on Sunday, though he may need to upgrade to at least limited practice activity before being cleared to play.

    Published: Wed, Oct 21 at 2:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet in Week 6

    Tonyan was targeted four times and caught three passes for 25 yards in Sunday's 38-10 loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Tonyan briefly left Sunday's game in the second quarter after tweaking his right leg, but he returned to the contest and caught a couple passes afterward, so the injury should not threaten his availability moving forward. It may have slowed him down some, but not as much as a Buccaneers defense that put the clamps on the Packers offense for much of Sunday's contest. While Tonyan had his least-productive game of the season, he still wound up playing 16 more snaps than any of the Packers' other…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 19 at 10:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches three touchdowns

    Tonyan caught all six of his targets for 98 yards and three touchdowns in Monday night's 30-16 win over the Falcons.

    Analysis: Tonyan entered Monday having scored in back-to-back games, but his three-touchdown tally was still certainly a surprise. After going for a 27-yard gain on Green Bay's second offensive play, Tonyan's next catch was a 19-yard touchdown ahead of the two-minute warning. The tight end then struck again before halftime, hauling in an eight-yarder to extend the Packers' lead. To complete his hat trick of touchdowns, Tonyan got up after being pulled down during his route to score from 21 yards midway…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 5 at 9:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Grabs TD in win

    Tonyan secured all five of his targets for 50 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 37-30 win over the Saints.

    Analysis: Tonyan stuck as the top tight end option for Green Bay, seeing the field on nearly two-thirds of the team's offensive snaps for the third straight contest. The undrafted product of Indiana State saw his usage in the passing game increase for the third consecutive game as well, culminating in a career-best 50 receiving yards while finding the end zone for the second time in as many weeks. Tonyan is quietly making some noise in fantasy circles, as any starter playing alongside this rejuvenated…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 28 at 3:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone in Week 2

    Tonyan caught two passes for 25 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's victory over the Lions.

    Analysis: Tonyan led Packers tight ends in snaps for the second week in a row and registered both his first receptions and score of the 2020 season. He lacks much of a track record and still is an iffy long-term option in fantasy leagues, but he does appear to be the best bet among Packers tight ends after two weeks, and he could be asked to contribute more in the passing game Week 3 if receiver Davante Adams (hamstring) -- and to a lesser degree, fellow tight end Josiah Deguara (shin) and running back…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 21 at 9:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads Packers tight ends in snaps

    Tonyan led Packers tight ends in snaps but was not targeted in Sunday's 43-34 victory over the Vikings.

    Analysis: Tonyan was on the field for 48 of the 78 plays the Packers offense ran Sunday -- 16 more than any of the team's other tight ends -- but did not draw a pass in his direction. The snap count is encouraging, but the Packers utilized all four of their tight ends to some degree and figure to continue doing so, which will make it difficult for Tonyan or any of the others to make much of a fantasy impact.

    Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 10:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Primed for pass-catching role?

    Tonyan likely will start the season as Green Bay's top receiving threat at tight end, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The role widely was viewed as Jace Sternberger's to lose, and the 2019 third-round pick may have indeed fallen behind in the competition. The 26-year-old Tonyan will likely be part of a rotation at the position, with Sternberger, Josiah Deguara and Marcedes Lewis also in the mix to earn roles. Tonyan has 14 catches in 27 regular-season games for the Packers, so there hasn't been much hint of fantasy upside during his career.

    Published: Wed, Sep 2 at 9:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Getting work with starters

    Tonyan has been taking some reps with the Packers' starting offense in practice, Mike Spofford of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Most of the discussion surrounding the Green Bay tight ends this offseason has focused on 2019 third-round pick Jace Sternberger and rookie third-round pick Josiah Deguara, but Tonyan and 36-year-old blocking specialist Marcedes Lewis also appear to be right in the mix to earn playing time. Tonyan originally caught on with the Packers' practice squad as an undrafted rookie back in 2017, and he then caught 14 passes for 177 yards and two touchdowns in 27 games the past two seasons, playing more…read more

    Published: Wed, Aug 19 at 2:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs tender

    Tonyan (abdomen) has officially signed his exclusive-rights free agent tender from the Packers, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: This was just a formality, as Tonyan was always expected to sign the tender. He is now set to compete with Jace Sternberger, veteran Marcedes Lewis and the recently drafted Josiah Deguara for snaps at tight end. The 25-year-old has worked his way up ladder since joining the organization as a member of the practice squad in 2017.

    Published: Sat, Apr 25 at 9:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Receives tender from Green Bay

    The Packers tendered a contract Tuesday to Tonyan (abdomen), an exclusive-rights free agent, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan will return to Green Bay for at least another year after having initially joined the organization as a member of the practice squad in 2017. Following the departure of Jimmy Graham, the 25-year-old looks in line to handle an expanded role in the Packers' tight end corps during the 2020 campaign, along with second-year pro Jace Sternberger and veteran Marcedes Lewis. He's still recovering from core muscle surgery, which he underwent in February.

    Published: Wed, Mar 18 at 9:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Undergoes core muscle surgery

    Tonyan is recovering from core muscle surgery undergone to address an injury he played through during the 2019 season, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan was forced to miss five regular-season games last year due to the injury. He hauled in 10 passes for 100 yards and one touchdown across the 11 games he did suit up for. The 25-year-old saw regular usage as Green Bay's third tight end when healthy in 2019, and he could have a shot at an expanded role in 2020 if the team opts to part ways with Jimmy Graham for salary cap reasons. Veteran tight end Marcedes Lewis is also a free agent.

    Published: Thu, Feb 27 at 8:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Regularly used as third tight end

    Tonyan appeared in 11 regular-season games for the Packers in 2019 and tallied 10 receptions on 15 targets for an even 100 yards and a touchdown.

    Analysis: Tonyan regularly served as the Packers' No. 3 tight end before and after missing five games and most of a sixth with a hip injury suffered in Week 5. While he has caught just 14 passes over 27 games in his two professional seasons, he has shown some play-making ability, scoring twice and averaging 12.6 yards per reception. The tight end position is in flux for the Packers with Jimmy Graham a possible salary-cap casualty and Marcedes Lewis a free agent, so Tonyan could have a chance to play a…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 21 at 10:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • One reception in victory

    Tonyan was targeted twice and caught one pass for five yards in Sunday's victory over the Bears.

    Analysis: Tonyan scored his first touchdown of the season Week 14, but he could not build on that Week 15. His youth in relation to veteran tight ends Jimmy Graham and Marcedes Lewis gives him some intrigue, but he figures to remain a reserve the rest of the way and also will have to compete for snaps with fellow youngster Jace Sternberger, who totaled 14 plays Sunday to Tonyan's nine.

    Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 11:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • First touchdown this season

    Tonyan caught a 12-yard touchdown pass in Sunday's victory over Washington.

    Analysis: Tonyan was targeted only once Week 14 but was able to find paydirt for the first time this season. He's played a regular role since returning to action Week 12 following a five-game absence, taking the field on 31.5 percent of the offensive snaps. However, he isn't seeing the field enough nor seeing the ball thrown his direction enough to warrant much consideration in Week 15 playoff matchups.

    Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 10:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Season-high snap count

    Tonyan was targeted twice and caught two passes for eight yards in Sunday's loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: Tonyan took the field for the first time since Week 5 and played a season-high 27 snaps, but he filled a complementary role for most of the game and did not make either of his catches while Aaron Rodgers was under center. Tonyan was active over Jace Sternberger on Sunday, which slots him third among Packers tight ends moving forward.

    Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 10:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Active for SNF

    Tonyan (hip) is active for Sunday's game against the 49ers.

    Analysis: For the first time since Week 5, Tonyan will take the field with the Green and Gold. The tight end will continue working as a reserve behind Jimmy Graham and Marcedes Lewis. Tonyan has posted four catches for 66 scoreless yards over his first five contests.

    Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 3:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Has 50-50 shot to play Sunday

    Tonyan (hip) is questionable for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Olivia Reiner of the Journal Sentinel reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan is expected to play but is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's highly anticipated game against the 49ers. The 25-year-old has been targeted only six times in five games, but Aaron Rodgers likes to spread the ball around, so Tonyan could sneak his way into the box score if he's able to take the field. If he plays, expect the depth tight end to see a 15-25 snap workload.

    Published: Fri, Nov 22 at 3:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices in full Wednesday

    Tonyan (hip) was a full participant at Wednesday's practice.

    Analysis: Tonyan missed the Packers' last five games due to the hip injury, but he appears ready to go coming out of a Week 11 bye. The 25-year-old will likely step in as the Packers' No. 3 tight end in Sunday's game against the 49ers.

    Published: Wed, Nov 20 at 7:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Watching from sidelines again

    Tonyan (hip) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Panthers, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan will miss a fifth straight contest after being deemed doubtful on Friday's injury report. This will leave rookie Jace Sternberger, who made his NFL debut last week, as the No. 3 tight end behind top dogs Jimmy Graham and Marcedes Lewis.

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 12:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Doubtful versus Panthers

    Tonyan (hip) is officially listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Panthers.

    Analysis: Tonyan hasn't managed to suit up since Week 5 against the Cowboys due to the lingering hip injury. He practiced in a limited capacity to begin the week but was unable to participate in any capacity Friday. The 25-year-old appears to be trending toward another inactive designation Week 10, in which case rookie Jace Sternberger could benefit from increased opportunities behind Jimmy Graham and Marcedes Lewis.

    Published: Fri, Nov 8 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited participant Wednesday

    Tonyan (hip) practiced in a limited fashion Wednesday.

    Analysis: Tonyan was limited on his last three practice reports leading up to being inactive for Week 9's loss to the Chargers, so it's tough to conclude anything about his status for Sunday's matchup against the Panthers. He's on the right track at least, and Thursday's practice should reveal more. The 25-year-old tight end has four catches for 66 yards over five games this season, and he may face competition from rookie Jace Sternberger when he returns.

    Published: Wed, Nov 6 at 2:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't suit up Sunday

    Tonyan (hip) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Jason Wahlers of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan will watch his third straight game from the sidelines. Rookie Jace Sternberger was just activated off injured reserve with an ankle issue and will make his NFL debut in this contest, taking over the No. 3 tight-end role behind Jimmy Graham and Marcedes Lewis.

    Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 12:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Sunday

    Tonyan (hip) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Tonyan was a limited practice participant all week and may have a chance to see game action for the first time since suffering the hip injury Week 5. Even if active, the 25-year-old is unlikely to provide much fantasy production while working as the No. 3 tight end behind Jimmy Graham and Marcedes Lewis.

    Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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