- Xavier Hutchinson
- #19
- Team HOU
- Pos WR
- Status AActive
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Two grabs in win
Hutchinson caught two of three targets for 21 yards in Saturday's 20-16 win over the Chargers in Week 17. He also had one carry for eight yards.
Analysis: Hutchinson continued in a minor offensive role over the second half of the season. During Houston's eight-game win streak, he has nine receptions on 19 targets for 122 yards.
Published: Sun, Dec 28 at 5:21am by Rotowire.com
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Quiet stretch continues
Hutchinson caught one of two targets for four yards in Sunday's 23-21 win over Las Vegas in Week 16.
Analysis: The reemergence of Christian Kirk (40 snaps, five targets) had an impact on Hutchinson's output, and he was limited to two targets for the third consecutive week. Hutchinson has maintained a high snap share regardless of opponent or game plan, but any significant fantasy-level production is dependent on injuries to fellow wideouts. He's had two or fewer catches in five consecutive games.
Published: Mon, Dec 22 at 5:22am by Rotowire.com
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Another quiet day
Hutchinson caught one of two targets for 16 yards in Sunday's 40-20 win over the Cardinals in Week 15.
Analysis: The Texans often deployed multiple tight ends, which limited opportunities for Hutchinson and other depth wideouts. Houston's wide receivers were targeted just seven times in the win with Nico Collins (3-85-2) getting four of them. Hutchinson has seen his volume take a hit during the team's six-game win streak, recording six catches on 14 targets for 97 yards. Sunday was the fourth time during the win streak in which Hutchinson had two or fewer targets.
Published: Mon, Dec 15 at 4:09am by Rotowire.com
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Targeted twice in win
Hutchinson did not catch either of his two targets in Sunday's 20-10 win over Kansas City in Week 14.
Analysis: Hutchinson was held to zero catches for the third time in the last five games. He had some moments earlier in the season, but Houston's passing attack now runs through Nico Collins, Dalton Schultz and rookie Jayden Higgins. Hutchinson has 26 receptions on 41 targets for 303 yards and three touchdowns, all of which are career highs for the third-year veteran.
Published: Mon, Dec 8 at 7:08am by Rotowire.com
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Two catches in victory
Hutchinson caught two of five targets for 39 yards in Sunday's 20-16 win over the Colts.
Analysis: Hutchinson finished tied for fourth on the team in receptions with tight end Cade Stover, while his 39 yards were fourth outright. The wide receiver continues to have a relatively low ceiling in Houston's offense, and he didn't necessarily get a boost from the return of C.J. Stroud in Week 13.
Published: Sun, Nov 30 at 5:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets one touch in win
Hutchinson did not record a target and had one carry for nine yards in Thursday's 23-16 win over Buffalo in Week 12.
Analysis: Hutchinson was on the field for a season-low 21 snaps with his only contribution being a red-zone carry. The play started as an end-around on which it looked like he was going to throw the ball but ended up being a nine-yard scramble. This was the second time in three weeks that Hutchinson did not generate a target, but things could change Week 13 if starting quarterback C.J. Stroud (concussion) returns.
Published: Fri, Nov 21 at 5:00am by Rotowire.com
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Posts 42 yards in Week 11 win
Hutchinson caught three of five targets for 42 yards in the Texans' 16-13 win over the Titans on Sunday.
Analysis: Hutchinson finished fourth on the team with his five targets, trailing Nico Collins (10), Dalton Schultz (nine) and rookie Jayden Higgins (seven). The third-year receiver now has 24 catches for 264 yards and three touchdowns across 10 games this season. With Collins and Christian Kirk healthy and rookie Jayden Higgins' role growing, Hutchinson doesn't carry much fantasy value headed into Thursday night's Week 12 game against Buffalo.
Published: Sun, Nov 16 at 5:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Untargeted in win
Hutchinson was not targeted over 40 snaps in Sunday's 36-29 win over Jacksonville in Week 10.
Analysis: Houston's passing game remains in flux with quarterback Davis Mills stepping in for C.J. Stroud (concussion). That limited Hutchinson to zero targets for the first time in nine games. Hutchinson's third season in the NFL has been his most productive, but the team's passing attack has been inconsistent in 2025.
Published: Mon, Nov 10 at 6:40am by Rotowire.com
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Targeted five times in loss
Hutchinson caught three of five targets for 30 yards in Sunday's 18-15 loss to Denver in Week 9.
Analysis: The returns of Nico Collins and Christian Kirk were expected to impact Hutchinson's relevance, but his targets remained high by his standards. The third-year wideout is averaging five targets per game over the last three weeks after opening the season with three per game prior to Houston's Week 6 bye. He continued to hold off rookies Jayden Higgins (one target) and Jaylin Noel (zero) for the WR3 role. Starting quarterback C.J. Stroud (concussion) was removed in the second quarter of Sunday's…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 3 at 3:56am by Rotowire.com
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Will have competition Week 9
Hutchinson could see a reduction in targets Week 9 against Denver, as both Nico Collins and Christian Kirk shed their injury designations Friday.
Analysis: Hutchinson experienced an uptick in targets the last two weeks when both Collins and Kirk were impacted by injuries, but their returns should suppress Hutchinson's production. He typically sees a high snap volume whether or not the team is dealing with injuries to other receivers, so Hutchinson will be on the field often and still in a position to make some kind of impact.
Published: Sat, Nov 1 at 9:12am by Rotowire.com
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Career-best performance in win
Hutchinson secured five of six targets for 69 yards and a touchdown in the Texans' 26-15 win over the 49ers on Sunday.
Analysis: Hutchinson tied for the team lead in both receptions and for second in targets while also setting the pace in receiving yards. All three components of Hutchinson's stat line were also career-best figures, making it quite the banner day for the third-year pro while making up for the absence of Nico Collins (concussion) and Christian Kirk (hamstring). Hutchinson's third touchdown reception of the season came on a 30-yard grab just before the halfway point of the third quarter, and if at least one…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 26 at 5:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Results don't match playing time
Hutchinson caught one of four targets for 13 yards in Monday's 27-19 loss to the Seahawks in Week 7.
Analysis: Due to Nico Collins (concussion) leaving the game early, Hutchinson topped Houston wideouts with 59 snaps. However, as has happened all too often this year, Hutchinson's snap count didn't translate to meaningful fantasy production. He's second behind Collins in playing 67.3 percent of the offensive snaps, but he has a meager 13-123-2 line on 18 targets through six games.
Published: Tue, Oct 21 at 5:04am by Rotowire.com
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May see larger role Week 7
Hutchinson will likely see more playing time Week 7 with Christian Kirk (hamstring) ruled out against the Seahawks on Monday, Sam Warren of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Hutchinson splashed in Week 5's victory over the Ravens, when he caught two touchdown passes -- the wide receiver's first two scores since being drafted in 2023. He and Jaylin Noel are the most likely beneficiaries of Kirk's absence, although it should be noted that Houston's gameplan is expected to have a run-heavy focus. Head coach DeMeco Ryans talked about leaning on the running backs earlier in the week. Even so, if the running attack is successful, that could benefit the passing game, and…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 19 at 5:51am by Rotowire.com
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Reaches paydirt twice
Hutchinson caught all three of his targets for 18 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 44-10 win over the Ravens in Week 5.
Analysis: Hutchinson had gone 36 games into his NFL career without reaching pay dirt prior to Sunday's two-TD outburst. Noted for his hard work and willingness to do the dirty job of blocking, Hutchinson was rewarded with three red-zone looks in the win. He now has 12 receptions, tying his career high set last year, for 110 yards through five games. His place in the Texans offense was uncertain after the team drafted two wide receivers in the 2025 NFL Draft, but he's maintained a high volume of playing…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 6 at 4:51am by Rotowire.com
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Stable output in win
Hutchinson caught two of three targets for 17 yards in Sunday's 26-0 win over the Titans in Week 4.
Analysis: Hutchinson's production remained stable for a fourth week; he's logged two or three targets while catching two or three passes in all four games. That small but steady volume hasn't led to much production however, as he has yet to top 30 yards in 2025. He never gained more than 31 yards in a game during the regular season in 2024 either, and rookie Jayden Higgins appears close to surpassing him on the depth chart.
Published: Mon, Sep 29 at 6:52am by Rotowire.com
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Maintains limited role
Hutchinson caught all three of his targets for 16 yards in Sunday's 17-10 loss to Jacksonville.
Analysis: Hutchinson's playing time was not impacted by the season debut of Christian Kirk, who missed Weeks 1 and 2 due to hamstring injury. While Hutchinson's snap volume remains healthy -- 61.9 percent Sunday, 62.9 for the season -- he's not a high-priority option for C.J. Stroud. Through three games, the wideout has seven receptions on eight targets for 75 yards.
Published: Mon, Sep 22 at 4:40am by Rotowire.com
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Two grabs in MNF loss
Hutchinson caught two of three targets for 29 yards in Monday's 20-19 loss to the Buccaneers.
Analysis: The third-year receiver's three targets were more than rookies Jayden Higgins (one) and Jaylin Noel (zero) combined. Hutchinson sees plenty of playing time -- 63.4 percent of the snaps, second at WR behind Nico Collins -- but he hasn't made a significant fantasy contribution in 2025. That was also the case last season -- substantial playing time (49.7 percent) with little production (12 catches). With Christian Kirk (hamstring) sidelined, there's a mix of players angling for targets after…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 16 at 5:49am by Rotowire.com
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Two catches in loss
Hutchinson caught two of two targets for 30 yards and ran the ball once for another five yards in Sunday's 14-9 loss to the Rams.
Analysis: Hutchinson benefitted from the absences of Christian Kirk (hamstring) and Braxton Berrios (hamstring) and played 43 offensive snaps (68 percent). That was second most on the club behind Nico Collins (53) and more than the two wideouts selected in the second and third rounds of the 2025 NFL Draft -- Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel. It's hard to take anything definitive away from the season opener, when Houston's offense and quarterback C.J. Stroud were not operating at peak efficiency. So, good…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 8 at 5:04am by Rotowire.com
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Could see added snaps Sunday
Hutchinson could be a candidate to get starter-level snaps in Sunday's season opener versus the Rams, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Per Rapoport, the 2023 sixth-rounder has impressed behind the scenes, and with Christian Kirk (hamstring) sidelined, the snaps that don't go to top pass catcher Nico Collins are up for grabs. In that context, Hutchinson, along with rookie wideouts Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel, should have added opportunities Sunday. The Texans' Week 1 snap counts will thus be telling, but Hutchinson is a player to monitor, especially if Kirk misses additional time.
Published: Sun, Sep 7 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to earn roster spot
Hutchinson is on the Texans' initial 53-man roster projection, per DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com.
Analysis: Hutchinson finished out the preseason Saturday, snagging his lone target for 24 yards while working with the first-team offense on Houston's first series. His path to the roster was made a lot clearer when the Texans traded John Metchie to the Eagles earlier in camp. Hutchinson is expected to fill a depth role, possibly behind one or both of the wideouts the Texans drafted in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Published: Mon, Aug 25 at 5:45am by Rotowire.com
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Makes four catches against KC
Hutchinson caught four of six targets for 52 yards in Saturday's 23-14 divisional-round loss to Kansas City. He added 56 yards on two kickoff returns.
Analysis: The second-year wideout put together a career-best game in a losing effort, working as the Texans' No. 2 WR behind Nico Collins, while John Metchie saw only two targets but caught them both for 35 yards. Hutchinson, a sixth-round pick in 2023, managed only a 12-117-0 line on 26 targets over 16 regular-season games, but his ability to contribute on special teams should give him a leg up in the battle for a depth receiver role in 2025, even if Houston adds reinforcements at the position in free…read more
Published: Sat, Jan 18 at 5:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Key catch in playoff win
Hutchinson caught his lone target for 34 yards in Saturday's 32-12 win over the Chargers in the wild-card round.
Analysis: The one target was on brand for Hutchinson, but the catch turned out to be a game-changing event. Houston's offense was somnambulant over its first five possessions until quarterback C.J. Stroud found Hutchinson on a third-and-16 to extend a drive. That jump-started the Texans, who went on to score a touchdown and take a 7-6 lead. Hutchinson is locked in at fourth on the depth chart as the Texans prepare for the divisional round, when they face the Chiefs.
Published: Sun, Jan 12 at 2:27pm by Rotowire.com
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One grab in Week 18
Hutchinson caught one of two targets for five yards in Sunday's 23-14 win over Tennessee.
Analysis: With Houston in playoff-preparation mode and John Metchie placed in the concussion protocol during the game, Hutchinson was allotted a position-high 48 snaps in the regular-season finale. Hutchinson's role in next Saturday's home playoff game against the Chargers could depend on Metchie's status.
Published: Mon, Jan 6 at 5:16am by Rotowire.com
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Four targets in loss
Hutchinson caught two of four targets in Wednesday's 31-2 loss to the Ravens in Week 17.
Analysis: Hutchinson, who was given his most targets in five games, experienced an uptick in snap count (39) due to Tank Dell (knee) joining Stefon Diggs (knee) on injured reserve. Hutchinson, John Metchie, Jared Wayne and Robert Woods filled out the depth chart behind No. 1 wideout Nico Collins.
Published: Fri, Dec 27 at 5:10am by Rotowire.com
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Increase in usage
Hutchinson caught his lone target for nine yards in Saturday's 27-19 loss to Kansas City in Week 16.
Analysis: Hutchinson was on the field for 34 offensive snaps -- the most in his last four outings -- as John Metchie (shoulder) was inactive for the game. An injury that forced Tank Dell (kneecap) out of Saturday's game could grant more opportunities for Hutchinson going forward, although Robert Woods (34 snaps) was the main beneficiary of that injury Week 16.
Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 5:59am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to action
Hutchinson caught his lone target for 13 yards in Sunday's 20-12 win over the Dolphins in Week 15.
Analysis: Hutchinson was back in action after missing one game due to a shoulder injury. He was on the field for just eight offensive snaps and has slipped behind John Metchie (21 snaps) and Robert Woods (24 snaps) on the depth chart.
Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 6:47am by Rotowire.com
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Practicing fully
Hutchinson (shoulder) practiced in full Wednesday.
Analysis: Hutchinson missed Week 13 with the injury, but Houston is now coming off its bye week, and he appears ready to play Sunday against the Dolphins. With Nico Collins back healthy alongside Tank Dell, Hutchinson will vie for wideout snaps with John Metchie and Robert Woods.
Published: Wed, Dec 11 at 5:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Not playing Week 13
Hutchinson (shoulder) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Texans.
Analysis: Hutchinson will miss his first game of the season after he was a limited participant in practice throughout the week due to the shoulder injury. With Hutchinson donning street clothes Week 13, Robert Woods and Jared Wayne will serve as the Texans' depth receivers behind the starting wideout trio of Nico Collins, Tank Dell and John Metchie.
Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable due to shoulder injury
Hutchinson (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.
Analysis: Hutchinson's availability is in question following a trio of limited practices. He failed to capitalize while seeing added playing time during Nico Collins' five-game absence due to a hamstring injury earlier this season, as Hutchinson has just 70 receiving yards through 12 games. Additionally, since Collins' return, Hutchinson has fallen behind John Metchie in terms of snaps and targets. Even if Hutchinson suits up, he isn't expected to play a prominent role in a Houston receiving corps led by…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 29 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited by shoulder injury
Hutchinson was a limited participant in practice Wednesday due to a shoulder injury.
Analysis: Hutchison is facing injury-related practice limitations for the first time all season. The second-year wideout didn't do much with his additional playing time while Nico Collins and Stefon Diggs (knee) both were absent, and with Collins back in action the past two weeks, it's been Hutchinson as the odd man out while John Metchie has settled in as the No. 3 receiver. Hutchinson played just eight snaps on offense in a 32-27 loss to the Titans on Sunday, so there won't be much change to Houston's…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 27 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Severe drop in playing time
Hutchinson did not secure his lone target and played eight snaps in Sunday's 32-27 loss to the Titans in Week 12.
Analysis: Hutchinson's time on the field took a hit when Nico Collins returned last week, and his usage declined further in Collins' second game back. The eight snaps were a season low for Hutchinson, who has just seven catches on 18 targets for 70 yards.
Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 5:16am by Rotowire.com
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Untargeted in win
Hutchinson was not targeted while playing 28 snaps in Monday's 34-10 win over the Cowboys.
Analysis: Nico Collins' return to duty had its most significant impact on Hutchinson's workload. The second-year wideout played 67 percent of the offensive snaps while Collins was out the last five weeks, but that dropped to 44 percent (28 snaps) Monday. He also went untargeted for the first time in seven games. For now, John Metchie has emerged as the No. 3 wideout behind Collins and Tank Dell.
Published: Tue, Nov 19 at 4:36am by Rotowire.com
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Season-high four targets
Hutchinson caught two of four targets for six yards in Sunday's 26-23 loss to the Lions in Week 10.
Analysis: The targets were a season high for Hutchinson, who topped Houston's wideouts with 57 snaps. It was the second consecutive week he's paced the group in playing time -- primarily due to injuries to Nico Collins (IR, hamstring) and Stefon Diggs (IR, knee) -- but it hasn't translated into anything useful for fantasy rosters. Hutchinson has two catches on seven targets for six yards in those two games. If anyone has emerged as a threat, it's John Metchie, who has eight catches on 12 targets for 103…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 4:08am by Rotowire.com
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Three targets in loss
Hutchinson did not catch any of his three targets in Thursday's 21-13 loss to the Jets in Week 9.
Analysis: Houston's passing attack was expected to be challenged with both Nico Collins (hamstring) and Stefon Diggs (knee) unavailable, which made the possibility of Hutchinson or John Metchie having a productive game. However, the offensive line put an end to any such notion. Quarterback C.J. Stroud was was sacked eight times, hit on another 11 attempts and was running for his life all game. Beyond Tank Dell's 126 yards, there was little else happening for receivers. Hutchinson, who led the wideouts…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 5:33am by Rotowire.com
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Should keep spot in three-wide sets
Hutchinson should have a regular role in three-receiver sets after Stefon Diggs (knee) was diagnosed Tuesday with a torn ACL, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: With top wideout Nico Collins (hamstring) having played just four snaps over the Texans' last four games, Hutchinson had already been handling an expanded role. He played north of 60 percent of offensive snaps in three of those four contests but produced a meager 4-61-0 receiving line on seven targets over that stretch. Collins is set to miss one more game Thursday versus the Jets before potentially returning from injured reserve in Week 10, but the season-ending injury Diggs suffered in Week 8…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 29 at 12:58pm by Rotowire.com
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One target in win
Hutchinson caught his lone target for 19 yards in Sunday's 23-20 win over Indianapolis in Week 8.
Analysis: He maintained an elevated snap count (44) with Nico Collins (hamstring) out, and Hutchinson was on the field more than either Robert Woods (24 snaps) or John Metchie (20). However, all three could be in line for increased roles this coming Thursday against the Jets, as Stefon Diggs suffered what appears to be a serious knee injury Sunday. Collins isn't due back until Week 10, so Houston's wideout group this Thursday could be headed by Tank Dell, with Hutchinson, Metchie and Woods behind him.
Published: Mon, Oct 28 at 5:47am by Rotowire.com
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Maintains elevated snap count
Hutchinson caught his lone target for 11 yards in Sunday's 24-22 loss to the Packers.
Analysis: Hutchinson continued a run of elevated snap counts, as both Nico Collins (hamstring) and Robert Woods (foot) were inactive. Hutchinson, who was on the field for 41 snaps Sunday, has averaged 41 snaps over the past three weeks. The increased playing time hasn't elevated him to fantasy relevance, however. He has three catches on six targets for 42 yards in those three games.
Published: Mon, Oct 21 at 6:23am by Rotowire.com
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Two targets in win
Hutchinson did not catch either of his two targets in Sunday's 41-21 win over the Patriots in Week 6.
Analysis: Hutchinson is the next wideout up after Houston placed Nico Collins (hamstring) on injured reserve, playing 48 snaps and getting targeted three times in Week 5 after Collins left that contest. The Collins injury is unlikely to result in a meaningful role for Hutchinson, who saw 33 snaps Sunday and sits behind Stefon Diggs and Tank Dell on the wide receiver depth chart and below tight end Dalton Schultz as a target. Additionally, the returns of running backs Joe Mixon and Dameon Pierce took…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 7:35am by Rotowire.com
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Moves up depth chart
Hutchinson could settle in as the Texans' No. 3 receiver behind Stefon Diggs and Tank Dell beginning with Sunday's game at New England after Houston placed Nico Collins (hamstring) on injured reserve Wednesday.
Analysis: After Collins played just nine snaps in this past Sunday's win over the Bills before exiting with a hamstring injury, Hutchinson stepped up to play a season-high 48 snaps. The second-year wideout didn't do much with his extended playing time, finishing the day with two catches for 31 yards on three targets. Diggs, Dell and tight end Dalton Schultz will likely remain greater priorities in the passing attack in the weeks to come, but Collins' absence at least creates more opportunities for…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 9 at 8:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Steps in for injured starter
Hutchinson caught two of three targets for 31 yards in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Bills in Week 5.
Analysis: Hutchinson's three targets were a season high, and the wideout was handed a season-high 48 snaps in place of Nico Collins, who was removed after nine snaps with a hamstring injury. Last week, Robert Woods was the main beneficiary when Tank Dell was inactive. Collins will be monitored this week as Houston prepares for a Week 6 visit to New England, and the Texans haven't ruled him out for next Sunday's matchup, according to Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston. If Collins is sidelined though, it's not…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 7 at 6:17am by Rotowire.com
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One official target in loss
Hutchinson did not catch his lone target in Sunday's 34-7 loss to Minnesota in Week 3.
Analysis: Hutchinson had another target that would have resulted in a 16-yard catch for a first down, but it was wiped out by an illegal formation penalty. Through three weeks, the second-year wideout has one catch on three targets for three yards. He and Robert Woods are getting similar playing time thus far as depth behind Nico Collins, Stefon Diggs and Tank Dell.
Published: Mon, Sep 23 at 6:55am by Rotowire.com
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Targeted once in win
Hutchinson did not catch his lone target in Sunday's 19-13 win over the Bears.
Analysis: Hutchinson played just nine snaps, which was the same amount as veteran Robert Woods, and the team's top three wideouts have dominated the targets and playing time through two games. Hutchinson has one catch on two targets for three yards thus far in 2024.
Published: Mon, Sep 16 at 6:08am by Rotowire.com
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Logs target in win
Hutchinson caught his lone target for three yards in Sunday's 29-27 win over Indianapolis in Week 1.
Analysis: Hutchinson served as the fifth wideout for the season opener, playing 12 snaps. That's the same amount as 12-year veteran Robert Woods, who went without a target in the win. Hutchinson leveraged a strong preseason to leapfrog John Metchie, who was inactive Week 1. Hutchinson came on late in 2023, when the Texans were dealing with injuries, and appears to be an injury away from a more significant role.
Published: Mon, Sep 9 at 2:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Leading receiver Saturday
Hutchinson caught four of seven targets for 34 yards in Saturday's preseason game against the Rams.
Analysis: Hutchinson finished up a strong preseason, leading the team in receptions (12), targets (20) and yards (114). That should put him in consideration for what will be, at most, two available roster spots at depth wide receiver. Hutchinson is battling with John Metchie, Robert Woods, Steven Sims and Ben Skowronek.
Published: Sun, Aug 25 at 6:41am by Rotowire.com
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Two grabs Saturday
Hutchinson caught two-of-four targets for 20 yards in Saturday's preseason game against the Giants.
Analysis: Following a strong showing in the Hall of Fame Game, Hutchinson put together a pair of mediocre outings the subsequent two weeks. He may have entered the game as the leader for the fifth spot on the wideout depth chart, but his main competitor, John Metchie, had a strong game with six catches for 68 yards and a touchdown.
Published: Sun, Aug 18 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets first-half work
Hutchinson caught one of three targets for four yards, rushed once for 19 yards and returned a kickoff for 27 yards in Friday's 20-12 preseason win over Pittsburgh.
Analysis: Hutchinson didn't have the impact as a receiver that he did in the Hall of Fame Game last week, but he was given snaps in the first half, putting him in the mix for one of the final spots on the wideout depth chart. He also ran the ball for the second straight preseason contest, which suggests the Texans view him as a potential multi-dimensional weapon.
Published: Sat, Aug 10 at 7:16am by Rotowire.com
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Impresses coach
Houston head coach DeMeco Ryans on Friday praised Hutchinson's performance in Thursday's preseason game, Aaron Wilson of KPRC2 Houston reports. "Hutch did a really nice job," Ryans said. "Had a good feel for the football, really liked where he was going. He made some really nice plays for us."
Analysis: Hutchinson paced Houston's receivers, catching five of six targets for 56 yards against the Bears. There's a crowd of wideouts looking for the final spots behind the Texans' top three, and Hutchinson's effort at least puts him ahead of John Metchie and on par with Ben Skowronek. It's unclear where Hutchinson sits in relation to Noah Brown (undisclosed) and Robert Woods, both of whom did not play Thursday.
Published: Sat, Aug 3 at 8:26am by Rotowire.com
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Paces air attack in HOF Game
Hutchinson brought in five of six targets for 56 yards in the Texans' 21-17 preseason loss to the Bears on Thursday. He also rushed once for eight yards.
Analysis: The second-year pro led the Texans in receptions, receiving yards and targets on the night due to the top receiver quartet of Stefon Diggs, Nico Collins, Tank Dell and Noah Brown (undisclosed) all sitting out. Hutchinson, who started Thursday's game and recorded a six-yard grab on the first offensive play, understandably filled a minor role in Houston's air attack as a rookie (8-90 line on 19 targets), and he'll have to fight for a roster spot again this summer with Robert Woods, John Metchie…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 1 at 8:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Positioned for bigger role
Hutchinson finished the 2023 regular season with eight catches (on 19 targets) for 90 yards over 16 games. He also had five carries for 49 yards.
Analysis: Hutchinson played a minor role for much of the season before injuries led to increased opportunities late in the campaign. He had four catches during the postseason, including a failed flea flicker seen as the turning point of the season-ending loss to the Ravens. Hutchinson is positioned for a greater role in 2024, as Houston is expected to move on from Noah Brown and could save cap space by releasing Robert Woods, who turns 32 in April. However, the organization is likely to bring in more…read more
Published: Sun, Feb 4 at 6:16am by Rotowire.com
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Remains involved in playoff win
Hutchinson caught both of his targets for 12 yards in Saturday's 45-14 wild-card playoff win over the Browns.
Analysis: Hutchinson received elevated snap counts over the final five weeks of the regular season due to injuries at wideout, but he slipped back to 20 snaps in the playoff win. That was because Robert Woods and Noah Brown returned from injuries. However, Brown left Saturday's game with a shoulder injury, and Woods played fewer snaps (15) than Hutchinson. Wideout availability for this week's matchup will be determined over the course of the week. The Texans will be on the road against Baltimore on…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 15 at 6:52am by Rotowire.com
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Season-high snap count
Hutchinson caught one of four targets for six yards in Saturday's 23-19 win over the Colts in Week 18.
Analysis: Hutchinson played a season-high 36 snaps, as both Noah Brown (back) and Robert Woods (hip) were inactive. While Houston has dealt with wideout injuries all season, the situation reached a critical mass in Week 18. As such, Hutchinson and John Metchie (38 snaps) took on more prominent roles in the passing games behind Nico Collins. As Houston prepares for its first postseason game since 2019, Hutchinson's potential role depends on the health of Brown and Woods.
Published: Sun, Jan 7 at 11:05am by Rotowire.com
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Stays healthy in win
Hutchinson caught two of three targets for eight yards in Sunday's 26-3 win over the Titans.
Analysis: Hutchinson was on the field for 26 snaps and had one red-zone target in the win. Both he and fellow receiver John Metchie benefitted from injuries up the depth chart, as Noah Brown and Robert Woods left the game with hip injuries. That sets up a Week 18 scenario in which Hutchinson could be among Houston's top three wideouts when the team travels to Indianapolis for a must-win game.
Published: Mon, Jan 1 at 6:21am by Rotowire.com
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Drop in snap count
Hutchinson caught one of two targets for 18 yards in Sunday's 36-22 loss to the Browns.
Analysis: Hutchinson, who played a season-high 65 snaps last week, was down to 31 in Sunday's game due to the return of Nico Collins from a calf injury. Despite the loss, the Texans remain in the hunt for the AFC South title, as the Colts and Jaguars also lost in Week 16. With something left to play for, that means any banged-up veteran wideouts should continue to keep Hutchinson on the lower end of the depth chart.
Published: Tue, Dec 26 at 6:37am by Rotowire.com
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Season-high snap count
Hutchinson did not catch any of his three targets and had one carry for five yards in Sunday's 19-16 overtime win over the Titans.
Analysis: He was on the field for a season-high 65 snaps, as Houston operated without Nico Collins (calf) and Tank Dell (lower leg). Hutchinson's rush attempt came in the red zone and was the rookie's fifth carry of the season. He was also the target on a couple of deep balls. If Collins is ready to go in Week 16 against the Browns, Hutchinson's playing time will take a hit.
Published: Mon, Dec 18 at 6:29am by Rotowire.com
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Moves up depth chart
Hutchinson caught two of three targets for 15 yards in Sunday's 30-6 loss to the Jets in Week 14.
Analysis: Hutchinson emerged as the snap-count leader (41) among the team's wideouts following Nico Collins' departure after just three plays with a calf injury. Collins joined Tank Dell (lower leg) and Dalton Schultz (hamstring) on the list of unavailable receiving options, which elevated Hutchinson and John Metchie (28 snaps). Noah Brown and Robert Woods were also in the lineup, but the passing game suffered without Collins and Dell. Adding to offense's troubles was quarterback C.J. Stroud leaving in…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 11 at 6:22am by Rotowire.com
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Will not play Sunday
Hutchinson (coach's decision) is inactive Sunday against the Broncos.
Analysis: Hutchinson will be the odd man out with Noah Brown returning from a knee injury. The rookie receiver saw 13 snaps in each of the last two weeks, catching his only target for a 34-yard gain in Week 12. His next opportunity to suit up will be in Week 14 against the Jets.
Published: Sun, Dec 3 at 9:08am by Rotowire.com
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Has big play in loss
Hutchinson caught his lone target for 34 yards in Sunday's 24-21 loss to Jacksonville in Week 12.
Analysis: Hutchinson had the Texans' longest play, a 34-yard reception in the fourth quarter to set up a Nico Collins touchdown. The rookie has been more involved the last few weeks as wideouts further up the depth chart have dealt with injuries. He's on the lower end of the target pecking order, but given the surge of Houston's passing offense -- 367 yards per game, 10 touchdowns -- the last four weeks, Hutchinson could grab a few leftovers behind Nico Collins, Tank Dell. Dalton Schultz and Robert Woods.
Published: Sun, Nov 26 at 5:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Keeps running
Hutchinson did not catch his lone target and had one carry for 17 yards in Sunday's 30-27 win over the Bengals in Week 10.
Analysis: Hutchinson has received an uptick in usage while injuries have hit Houston's wide receivers the last few weeks, but he's made a bigger name for himself as a runner. For the second consecutive week, Hutchinson was used as a rusher on the opponent's side of the field and lugged the ball inside the 20-yard line. Each drive ended in a Houston touchdown. As the Texans operate without lead back Dameon Pierce, offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik has involved wideouts in the running attack, including…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 13 at 6:46am by Rotowire.com
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Used as runner in win
Hutchinson was not targeted and had one carry for 12 yards in Sunday's 39-37 win over the Buccaneers in Week 9.
Analysis: Hutchinson's 12-yard carry was Houston's longest running play, and he now has three carries for 27 yards for the season. The rookie sixth-round pick has gone six games without being targeted, but he could move up the depth chart if the rib injury that forced John Metchie's exit from Sunday's game causes him to miss time.
Published: Mon, Nov 6 at 6:16am by Rotowire.com
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Available Sunday
Hutchinson (foot) is active ahead of Sunday's game against the Steelers.
Analysis: The rookie out of Iowa State was limited during Wednesday's practice, but he was able to log consecutive days of full participation both Thursday and Friday. Hutchinson has a chance to see an uptick in snaps on the Texans' offense with Robert Woods (foot) missing time.
Published: Sun, Oct 29 at 8:51am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable after full practices
Hutchinson (foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers.
Analysis: Hutchinson practiced fully Thursday and Friday after being a limited participant Wednesday, so the rookie is more likely than not to suit up, especially with Houston ruling out another receiver in Robert Woods (foot). Though he played his second-most snaps on offense (12) of the season in the Texans' last game Week 6 versus the Saints, Hutchinson won't necessarily see his role expand coming out of a Week 7 bye. While the Texans will be without Woods, the team will be getting rookie wideout Tank…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 27 at 1:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Back to practicing in full
Hutchinson (foot) was a full participant at practice Thursday.
Analysis: After being limited at practice Wednesday, Hutchinson was able to get back up to full speed Thursday. He's on track to play Sunday at Carolina, and if Robert Woods (foot) is sidelined, Hutchinson could see a slight uptick in playing time in Week 8.
Published: Thu, Oct 26 at 3:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Tending to foot injury
Hutchinson (foot) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: It's unclear at this point when Hutchinson sustained the injury or how severe it is. In any case, he'll likely have to manage a full practice Thursday or Friday to avoid an injury designation going into the weekend.
Published: Wed, Oct 25 at 2:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Could see more snaps Sunday
Hutchinson may see added involvement in the passing game Sunday against the Saints with fellow rookie wideout Tank Dell (concussion) listed as questionable but not expected to play, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Meanwhile, Robert Woods (ribs) is listed as questionable but is expected to play, and Noah Brown (groin) was reinstated from injured reserve Saturday, so the Texans' receiver group is fairly healthy heading into Sunday, despite Dell's anticipated absence. Nico Collins and Woods will serve as the Texans' top two wideouts, but Hutchinson, Brown and John Metchie could all get opportunities to mix into three-receiver sets more than usual with Dell out of the mix. Hutchinson, a sixth-round pick out…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 6:54am by Rotowire.com
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No run on offense again
Hutchison played exclusively on special teams in Sunday's 30-6 win over the Steelers in Week 4.
Analysis: This marked the second consecutive week that Hutchinson was not used on offense. The sixth-round pick has one catch on two targets for nine yards through the first four weeks.
Published: Mon, Oct 2 at 6:23am by Rotowire.com
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No run on offense
Hutchinson played special teams only in Sunday's 37-17 win over Jacksonville.
Analysis: Hutchinson did not get on the field for the offense for the first time in three games. From comments made by head coach DeMeco Ryans during the preseason, the rookie is still developing consistency, so any impact he may have could come later this season.
Published: Mon, Sep 25 at 5:59am by Rotowire.com
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Targeted once in loss
Hutchinson did not catch his only target in Sunday's 31-20 loss to the Colts in Week 2.
Analysis: Hutchinson increased his snap count from seven in Week 1 to 18 in Week 2. The 2023 sixth-round draft pick has been targeted twice through the first two games and sits fifth on the depth chart.
Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 8:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Seven snaps in opener
Hutchinson caught his lone target for nine yards in Sunday's 25-9 loss to Baltimore in Week 1.
Analysis: Hutchinson operated as the fifth wideout, as John Metchie (hamstring) was inactive. Hutchinson, selected in sixth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, played just seven snaps, well behind Robert Woods (58), Nico Collins (54), Noah Brown (52) and fellow rookie Tank Dell (37).
Published: Mon, Sep 11 at 7:22am by Rotowire.com
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Third on depth chart
Hutchinson is listed third on the depth chart at one wide receiver position for Week 1 against Baltimore.
Analysis: Hutchinson sits behind fellow 2023 draft pick Tank Dell and starter Nico Collins. The Iowa State product did not develop as quickly as Dell during the preseason, but the 6-foot-3 Hutchinson has the size to be an ideal red zone target.
Published: Fri, Sep 8 at 6:01am by Rotowire.com
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Leads receivers in finale
Hutchinson caught four of six targets for a team-high 48 yards in Houston's preseason finale against New Orleans on Sunday.
Analysis: Hutchinson had moments during the preseason but needs to develop consistency. "That's all we ask for from Hutch is continue to get better, work hard," Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans told Aaron Wilson of KPRC2 Houston. "That's what he's been doing, and it showed. It was good to see it finally come to fruition." Hutchinson, a sixth-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, earned a spot on the 53-man roster, as did fellow wideout draftee Tank Dell.
Published: Fri, Sep 1 at 7:00am by Rotowire.com
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