KhaDarel Hodge Injury News & Updates

Hodge caught three of eight targets for 31 yards in Sunday's 34-10 loss to the Dolphins.

Hodge's eight targets were the second most of any Falcons pass catcher Sunday. The veteran wideout played 66 percent of Atlanta's offensive snaps, by far his largest snap share of the 2025 campaign. This uptick in playing time came on a day when No. 1 receiver Drake London was sidelined due to a hip injury. Despite the increased usage and season-high eight targets, Hodge and the entire Falcons offense struggled to get much going. The 31-year-old should not be trusted for fantasy purposes, even if London were to miss more time. The Falcons visit the Patriots in Week 9.

Hodge (groin) does not carry an injury designation into Monday's game against the Bills, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

A groin injury prevented Hodge from playing against the Commanders in Week 4. With the Falcons on the bye for Week 5, Hodge had an additional week to rest and recover from his injury, and he has been cleared to make his return Monday after logging a full practice Saturday. Hodge has seen the field on both offense and special teams this year, but he has zero receptions on one target through three regular-season games.

Hodge (groin) was a limited participant at practice Thursday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official website reports.

Hodge was unable to practice last week while dealing with a groin injury, so Thursday's session is a step in the right direction. With the team playing the Bills on Monday Night Football in Week 6, the wide receiver will have two more chances to log a full practice before the end of the week.

Hodge (groin) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Commanders, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Hodge was unable to practice all week after likely sustaining a groin injury in the Falcons' Week 3 loss to the Panthers, so his absence Sunday comes as no surprise. The 31-year-old has played 59 total snaps (40 on special teams, 19 on offense) through three games this season, failing to catch his lone target. While Hodge is sidelined in Week 4, Jamal Agnew could see increased reps as a depth wide receiver.

Hodge finished with zero catches on one target during Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Buccaneers.

Even with Darnell Mooney (shoulder) inactive, Hodge played only eight offensive snaps. Drake London (shoulder) suffered an injury on Atlanta's final drive but is considered day-to-day. If Mooney and London are sidelined for Week 2, Hodge could see a boost in offensive responsibilities, but he'd still be behind Ray-Ray McCloud and Casey Washington.

Hodge didn't play in Friday's 23-20 preseason loss to the Titans.

For a second straight week, Hodge was in street clothes, along with Drake London, Darnell Mooney (shoulder), Ray-Ray McCloud and Jamal Agnew, who are all expected to make the initial 53-man roster. Hodge has spent the past three seasons in Atlanta, splitting time between offense and special teams. During that stretch, he's totaled 34 receptions on 55 targets for 565 yards and two scores. He signed a two-year deal to return to Atlanta this offseason.

Hodge is re-signing with the Falcons on a two-year, $6 million contract Wednesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Hodge rejoins Atlanta, where he's spent the last three years handling a depth role on offense while contributing as a key special-teamer. He's suited up for all 17 regular-season games in each of those years, having secured seven of 12 targets for 131 yards and one score in 2024.

Hodge (ribs) is active for Sunday's game against the Giants.

Hodge had a LP/DNP/LP practice log this week while working through a rib injury, and the 29-year-old wideout has done enough to suit up for Sunday's contest. Hodge has logged 11 snaps on offense in the Falcons' three games since the Week 12 bye and has not registered a target over that span.

Hodge (ribs) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Hodge only sees substantial offensive snaps if one of Drake London, Darnell Mooney or Ray-Ray McCloud is injured, and that's not the case this week. Over the last three weeks, Hodge has played a combined 12 offensive snaps. If he's unable to go against the Giants, his absence would mainly be felt on special teams.

Hodge played one snap on offense and 14 on special teams in Sunday's 42-21 loss to the Vikings.

Hodge was one of five wideouts active for Atlanta in Week 14, but he and practice-squad call-up Chris Blair combined to play just one snap on offense while the trio of Drake London, Darnell Mooney and Ray-Ray McCloud took on nearly all the available reps at receiver. Though the 29-year-old Hodge is expected to continue to suit up on game days, he'll continue to see most of his opportunities on the Falcons' kick coverage units.

Hodge (neck) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's matchup with the Chargers.

With Darnell Mooney (Achilles) and Drake London (hip) also avoiding injury designations, Hodge figures to have his usual role as the No. 4 wide receiver in an offense that rarely takes any of its top three guys off the field.

Hodge (neck) was listed as a limited participant on Thursday's injury report, Daniel Flick of SI.com reports.

Hodge wasn't able to practice Wednesday due to a neck injury. His practice participation Friday will provide clarity on his status heading into Sunday's game against the Chargers. In the three regular-season games before the Falcons' Week 12 bye, Hodge logged three catches (on four targets) for 31 yards.

Hodge (neck) didn't practice Wednesday, Daniel Flick of SI.com reports.

Hodge appears to be dealing with a neck injury following Atlanta's Week 12 bye that held him out of Wednesday's practice. The Prarie View A&M product will likely miss the Falcons' Week 13 matchup against the Chargers if he can't upgrade to at least limited practice participation Thursday or Friday.

Hodge caught both of his targets for 22 yards during Sunday's 38-6 loss to the Broncos.

Hodge caught multiple passes for a second time this season. However, outside of those two outings, he's been targeted in only one other game. He's played double-digit offensive snaps in four of the last eight games, but more often than not, he's left completely out of the Falcons' offensive game plan.

Hodge caught one of two targets for nine yards during Sunday's 27-21 win over the Cowboys.

Drake London (hip) left the game late in the first quarter and didn't return, thrusting Hodge into an expanded role. He played a season-high 45 offensive snaps, his previous high-water mark was 18, and was targeted for the first time since Week 5, when he had a game-winning touchdown in overtime versus Tampa Bay. London is considered day-to-day, but if he's forced to miss time, Hodge could sneak on fantasy radars, though Darnell Mooney and Ray-Ray McCloud would be the Falcons' top wideouts.

Hodge didn't record a target during Sunday's 38-20 win over the Panthers.

Hodge played a season-high 13 offensive snaps and caught a game-winning TD in overtime last week. However, aside from those heroics, he's been a non-factor, recording zero targets on 14 offensive snaps across five games.

Hodge caught both his targets for 67 yards and a touchdown during Thursday's 36-30 overtime win over Tampa Bay.

Hodge played only 16 offensive snaps, the fewest among Atlanta's wideouts. However, he ended up playing hero after taking a check-down pass from Kirk Cousins the distance during the first drive of overtime. Hodge also had a 22-yard catch in the second quarter and was called for offensive pass interference in the red zone during the third quarter. Before Thursday's game, Hodge played primarily on special teams and hadn't recorded a target through four games.

Hodge made the Falcons' initial 53-man roster Tuesday, Terrin Waack of the Falcons' official site reports.

Hodge is back for a third season in Atlanta, and his role isn't expected to change much. He played a career-high 358 offensive snaps in 2023 but had similar production to his first year with the Falcons when he put up a 13-202-1 line. Hodge moves down the WR pecking order after the additions of Ray-Ray McCloud and Darnell Mooney but will remain a key special-teams player for Atlanta in 2024.

Hodge re-signed with the Falcons on Thursday, Tori McElhaney of the team's official site reports.

Hodge will get a third year with Atlanta after spending the two previous seasons with the team. In 2023 the 29-year-old played in all 17 games, recording 14 catches on 23 targets for 232 yards. With Drake London returning and the acquisitions of Darnell Mooney and Rondale Moore so far this offseason, Hodge likely won't be high on the team's positional depth chart at wide receiver to start the 2024 campaign.

Hodge finished 2023 with 14 receptions on 23 targets for 232 yards in 17 appearances.

Hodge was held without a catch in seven of his 17 appearances and secured just one reception six times. However, a strong three-game stretch from Weeks 7-9 (seven receptions on 10 targets for 154 yards) allowed Hodge to post a career-high 232 receiving yards in 2023. Atlanta may retain Hodge by signing him to a one-year deal for a third straight offseason, but with Arthur Smith out of town and his replacement yet to be selected, Hodge's place in the organization isn't the only looming question.

Hodge caught his only target for five yards during Sunday's 29-10 win over the Colts.

Hodge has caught exactly one pass in three straight games, totaling 33 receiving yards during that stretch. Hodge has been playing around 20 offensive snaps per game since Atlanta's Week 11 bye, but he's not producing enough to crack fantasy relevance.

Hodge reeled in his lone target for 10 yards in Sunday's 9-7 loss to the Panthers.

Hodge recorded just one catch for the second straight week while playing just 19 of the Falcons' 52 offensive snaps in Week 15. The veteran wideout continues to be mostly an afterthought in Atlanta's offensive attack, diminishing his fantasy utility. Hodge will look to get more involved in Week 16 when the Falcons host the Colts.

Hodge caught one of two targets for 18 yards in Sunday's 29-25 loss to the Buccaneers.

Hodge's one catch was his first since Week 9, when he recorded three receptions for 60 yards in a loss to the Vikings. The 28-year-old wideout played 23 of Atlanta's 72 offensive snaps, behind both Drake London (55) and Van Jefferson (32). Hodge is not seeing enough consistent usage in the Falcon's offense to make him a reliable fantasy option. Heading into a Week 15 matchup with the Panthers, the veteran should remain far off the fantasy radar.

Hodge caught three of six targets for 60 yards during Sunday's 31-28 loss to the Vikings.

With Drake London (groin) sidelined and Mack Hollins (ankle) leaving the contest early, Hodge played the most offensive snaps (46) among Atlanta's wideouts. He also paced the group in receiving yards, though tight end Jonnu Smith led the team in receptions and receiving yards. After a quiet start to the season (five receptions on six targets for 64 yards across the first seven games), Hodge has secured six of nine targets for 135 yards over the last two weeks. While that's not prolific production, Hodge has clearly seen an uptick in usage and production since London got hurt. As long as London and Hollins remain out, Hodge should be on fantasy radars.

Hodge caught all three of his targets for 75 yards during Sunday's 28-23 loss to the Titans.

All three of Hodge's targets came in the second half with Taylor Heinicke at the helm. The wideout's first catch was good for a first down on a third-and-13, and his second was a 52-yard strike that set up Atlanta's first touchdown. Hodge caught just five of his six targets for 64 yards across seven games with Desmond Ridder at quarterback, but he appears to have better chemistry with the backup. If Drake London (groin) is sidelined moving forward and Heinicke takes over as the starter, Hodge could see an uptick in volume, but his fantasy value probably remains limited in Atlanta's stagnant offense.

Hodge caught his only target for 19 yards in Sunday's 16-13 win over the Buccaneers.

Hodge played the fewest offensive snaps (12) of any Falcons wideout, and his 19 yards in the contest matched his season-high. The veteran has now totaled just five catches on six targets for 64 yards through seven games of the 2023 campaign. With limited opportunities in Atlanta's offense, Hodge should continue to remain off the fantasy radar when the Falcons visit the Titans in Week 8.

Hodge failed to secure his only target during Sunday's 24-16 loss to the Commanders.

After Drake London (68), Hodge (29) saw the most snaps among Atlanta's wideouts, though there wasn't much discrepancy between them as Mack Hollins (28), Scotty Miller (28) and Van Jefferson (22) all saw similar playing time. As long as there's this much competition, it'll be difficult for any of the aforementioned pass catchers to garner consistent roles. Hodge has just four receptions (five targets) for 45 yards across six appearances this season.

Hodge caught his only target for 11 yards and rushed once for zero yards during Sunday's 21-19 win over the Texans.

Hodge caught a first-down pass on a second-and-10 play in the second quarter, but he wasn't targeted in the pass game the rest of the day. The Falcons tried to get him involved in the red zone on a designed running play early in the fourth quarter, but he couldn't handle a direct snap cleanly. Hodge's role continues to increase each week, playing a season-high 36 offensive snaps versus Houston, but he's yet to see more than two touches in a game this year.

Hodge caught both of his targets for 19 yards during Sunday's 23-7 loss to Jacksonville.

Hodge didn't record a target across 16 offensive snaps over the first two games of the season, but he's been more involved the last two weeks, totaling three receptions (three targets) for 34 yards across 26 offensive snaps. While Hodge's production has increased, it's been in modest increments, and it's been difficult for fantasy managers to trust any Falcons pass catchers thus far.

Hodge caught his only target for 15 yards during Sunday's 20-6 loss to the Lions.

Hodge played 16 offensive snaps through the first two weeks of the season and was held without a catch. However, he got on the board in Week 3, securing a first-down grab late in the fourth quarter. Hodge has been playing more on special teams than he has on offense to begin 2023, so he currently doesn't hold much fantasy value.

Hodge (ankle) played 20 snaps (seven offensive) and didn't record any counting stats during Sunday's 24-10 win over the Panthers.

Despite logging back-to-back full sessions to end the practice week, Hodge was questionable heading into the contest due to an ankle injury. He was cleared ahead of kickoff but didn't make an impact. Hodge's seven offensive snaps were the fewest among Atlanta's wideouts who actually saw action, trailing Drake London (47), Mack Hollins (33) and Scotty Miller (10).

Hodge (ankle) is active for Sunday's matchup against the Panthers, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

After being limited Wednesday due to an ankle injury, Hodge logged back-to-back full sessions to end the week. However, the depth wideout still received a questionable tag. It's not surprising to see the veteran cleared, but he'll presumably play the majority of his snaps on special teams while Drake London, Mack Hollins and Scotty Miller handle most of the wideout snaps.

Hodge (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

A key special teams contributor and backup wideout, Hodge was limited in Wednesday's practice before being upgraded to full Thursday.

Hodge (ankle) was a full participant at practice Thursday ahead of Sunday's game versus Carolina, Scott Blair of the Falcons' official site reports.

After progressing from missing practice Monday to registering a limited practice Wednesday, Hodge was back up to full speed Thursday. He figures to run primarily out of the slot for Atlanta again in 2023 and will try to improve on the 20 targets he drew a season ago.

Hodge (ankle) was a limited participant at the Falcons' practice Wednesday, Scott Bair of the team's official website reports.

Hodge was a non-participant to open the week, so Wednesday's limited practice opens the door for him to be active Sunday versus the Panthers. The wide receiver is expected to operate as an option out of the slot once healthy.

Hodge (ankle) did not practice Monday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Hodge has been unable to participate in football activities since sustaining an ankle injury during the second week of preseason. Part of a thin wide receiver room, if Hodge were unable to go for Sunday's game versus Carolina, his absence would create a vacancy in the slot that 24-year-old receiver Josh Ali is suited to fill.

Falcons coach Arthur Smith said Sunday that Hodge (ankle) will not participate in practice this coming week, Terrin Waack of the Falcons' official site reports.

Hodge sustained an ankle injury during Friday's 13-13 preseason tie against the Bengals, sidelining him for the remainder of this contest. The exact nature and severity of this issue are still unknown, but it's significant enough to keep him from practicing ahead of Atlanta's preseason finale Thursday versus Pittsburgh. This likely means Hodge will be sidelined for this contest against the Steelers as well. Smith also indicated that fellow veteran wideout Penny Hart (concussion) will be sidelined during this week's practices. Both Hodge and Hart are expected to vie for the Falcons' fourth and fifth wide receiver spots, so their absences could open up more opportunities for Josh Ali, J.J. Arcega-Whiteside, Keilahn Harris and others.

Hodge won't return to Friday's preseason game against the Bengals due to an ankle injury, NFL.com reports.

On his only catch of the evening, a seven-yarder, Hodge was twisted to the ground and had some difficulty getting to the sideline. Once he was there, he was examined by the Falcons' training staff before he was ruled out. The severity of the injury isn't known but likely will become more clear after the team does a battery of tests.

The Falcons re-signed Hodge to a one-year contract, the team announced Tuesday.

The 28-year-old has bounced around the league since entering it as an undrafted free agent out of Prairie View A&M, but Hodge has settled in as a core special teams player and depth wideout. He set career highs on offense last season with 13 catches for 202 yards and his first NFL touchdown.

Hodge caught 13 of 20 targets for 202 yards and a touchdown across 17 appearances during the 2022 campaign.

Hodge caught five of six targets for 95 yards over the first two games of the season, but he failed to provide consistent production the rest of the way. He was held without a catch 10 times across his next 15 appearances and caught just one pass over the final six games of the campaign, four of which came with Desmond Ridder at the helm. Nonetheless, Hodge still posted a career-high 202 receiving yards during the campaign and may have interest in re-signing with Atlanta in free agency this offseason, though the Falcons may elect to completely overhaul their wideout corps behind Drake London.

Hodge reeled in his lone target for five yards during Sunday's 20-19 victory over the Cardinals.

Hodge played the fourth most snaps among Atlanta's wide receivers, but after securing a five-yard catch on the Falcons' opening offensive drive, the fifth-year wideout wasn't targeted again. The reception marked Hodge's first since Week 11, so it's safe to presume he won't offer much fantasy production during Sunday's regular-season finale against Tampa Bay. Across 16 appearances, Hodge has totaled 13 receptions on 20 targets for 202 yards and one touchdown.

Hodge was a full participant Friday and doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's matchup against the Saints, Scott Bair of the Falcons' official site reports.

Hodge missed Thursday's practice due to an illness, but he wasn't limited by the aliment Friday and is good to go for Sunday's divisional matchup versus New Orleans. The fifth-year wideout has appeared in all 13 of Atlanta's contests this season, totaling 12 receptions on 19 targets for 197 yards and one touchdown, but he hasn't recorded a catch since Week 11.

Hodge failed to catch either of his targets during Sunday's 19-16 loss against Pittsburgh.

Hodge played just six offensive snaps and was targeted on two of them, but he failed to record a reception. The fifth-year wideout has 12 receptions for 197 yards and one touchdown this season, but he's been held without a catch in seven of his 13 appearances.

Hodge gathered in his only target for 13 yards during Sunday's 27-24 victory versus Chicago.

Hodge secured a 13-yard reception on a second-and-nine play on the Falcons' first drive of the game, which ultimately ended in a Drake London touchdown. However, the fifth-year wideout wasn't targeted again the rest of the way, as Marcus Mariota only attempted 20 passes. Over his last three appearances, Hodge has caught four of five targets for 69 yards and a score, but he's played just 29 offensive snaps during that stretch.

Hodge secured both of his targets for 37 yards and a touchdown in Thursday's 25-15 loss to the Panthers.

Hodge's 25-yard touchdown grab came with just under three minutes left in the game, bringing the Falcons within one score of the Panthers. The wideout's touchdown was his first of the season, and he now has 11 catches for 184 yards over the first 10 games. As Atlanta's No. 4 receiver, Hodge played just eight of the team's 63 offensive snaps. His efficiency Thursday is not sustainable, so the veteran's limited opportunities make him extremely difficult to trust for fantasy purposes. Hodge and the Falcons will host the Bears in Week 11.

Hodge caught one of two targets for 19 yards during Sunday's 20-17 defeat versus the Chargers.

Hodge has solidified himself as the No. 4 wideout behind Drake London, Olamide Zaccheaus and Damiere Byrd, but Atlanta's passing attack isn't prolific enough to have multiple fantasy-relevant pass catchers. Across nine appearances, the veteran wideout has caught nine of 14 targets for 147 yards, though all of his receiving yards have come in four games (Weeks 1, 2, 5 and 9).

Hodge caught three of five targets for 33 yards during Sunday's 21-15 defeat against the Buccaneers. He also secured a two-point conversion.

Hodge finished second on the team in targets and receptions and third on the team in receiving yards while playing fourth most snaps among Atlanta's wideouts. He also caught a two-point conversion late in the fourth quarter to cut Tampa Bay's lead to six. Hodge caught five of six targets for 95 yards across his first two appearances with the Falcons, but he was held without a catch on one target over the following two games. With Kyle Pitts (hamstring) sidelined, Hodge bounced back in Week 5 and could see another expanded role in Week 6 if Pitts remains out.

Hodge caught two of three targets for 57 yards during Sunday's 31-27 loss to the Rams.

Hodge played just 12 offensive snaps, fourth among Atlanta's wideouts, but he finished second on the team in receiving yards behind rookie first-round pick Drake London, who caught eight of 12 targets for 86 yards and a score. Hodge has carved out a clear role in the Falcons' passing attack and has secured five of six targets for 95 yards across his first two games with Atlanta.

Hodge caught all three of his targets for 38 yards during Sunday's 27-26 loss to the Saints.

Hodge parlayed a strong training camp into a solid role with his new squad to start the 2022 campaign. The journeyman wideout finished third on the team in receiving yards behind Drake London and Olamide Zaccheaus, but he was fifth in targets and played the fourth most snaps among Atlanta's wideouts. His relative high production compared to his snap share is concerning, but he's clearly making a strong impression with his new squad so it's possible he can maintain his solid production moving forward.

Hodge is a strong candidate to make the Falcons' initial 53-man roster, Scott Bair and Tori McElhaney of the team's official site reports.

Hodge was signed by the Falcons this offseason after catching 13 of 27 targets for 157 yards across 16 games for the Lions last season. Atlanta made numerous moves to address its wideout corps, so Hodge was expected to have stiff competition for a roster spot. Regardless, Hodge appears to be standing out as Bair relays that the undrafted wideout is frequently working with the first team and has put together a solid training camp. Hodge played 10 snaps (eight offensive) during the first quarter of Atlanta's preseason opener, catching his only target for 12 yards, and was sidelined with the rest of the starters, another sign he's trending towards being a lock for initial 53-man roster.

The Falcons have signed Hodge to a one-year contract.

In 16 games with the Lions last season, the 27-year-old recorded 13 receptions on 27 targets for 157 yards. Hodge joins an Atlanta wideout corps currently headed by Olamide Zaccheaus, but the team is far from done in terms of adding depth at the position. With that in mind, it remains to be seen where Hodge settles into the equation for targets, but as things stand he should have an opportunity to compete for a role in the Falcons offense, which is now helmed by QB Marcus Mariota.

Hodge logged eight offensive snaps during Sunday's 37-30 win over the Packers.

After a big day in Seattle in Week 17, Hodge returned to more of a special-teams role with Josh Reynolds reinstated from the COVID list. This was nothing new for him considering he only topped 13 percent of the offensive snaps in one game following Detroit's Week 9 bye. As a result, Hodge will finish the 2021 campaign with 13 receptions on 27 targets for 157 scoreless yards. The Alcorn State product is now set to become an unrestricted free agent at the end of the league year with no certainty that he will return to Detroit in 2022.

Hodge caught five passes for 76 yards on 10 targets against Seattle on Sunday.

The 76 yards are a career high for Hodge, who stepped into a starting role with Josh Reynolds and Kalif Raymond unavailable. Those two will both return to the starting lineup once they're cleared to return to the field, but at least Hodge probably solidified himself as Detroit's fourth option in the wide receiver rotation as they prepare to face Green Bay in Week 18.

Hodge is expected to see an increased role within Detroit's receiving corps Sunday against the Seahawks with both Josh Reynolds (illness) and Kalif Raymond (illness) on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

No. 1 wideout Amon-Ra St. Brown and running backs D'Andre Swift and Jamaal Williams are probably the safest bets to earn targets from quarterback Tim Boyle, but the likes of Hodge, Tom Kennedy, Trinity Benson and Javon McKinley could all see increased snaps with two starting receivers out of the lineup. Since Detroit's Week 9 bye, Hodge hasn't logged more than 13 percent of the Lions' offensive snaps in any of the team's seven games, turning in just two receptions for 30 yards on three targets.

Hodge (illness) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Vikings, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Hodge's non-COVID illness kept him from practicing Wednesday and limited his participation Thursday, but he was feeling better Friday and went through a full practice. He'll occupy his usual depth role in Detroit's receiving corps against the Vikings in Week 13.

Hodge (illness) was limited in Thursday's practice.

This is a step up for Hodge, who was unable to practice Wednesday as the Lions prepare to face Minnesota on Sunday. Hodge has just six catches this season as a depth piece in the Lions' putrid passing attack.

Hodge was targeted twice but he did not record a catch during Sunday's 44-6 loss to the Eagles.

Hodge continues to serve in a complementary role on one of the worst offenses in the league. He'll remain a fantasy afterthought once Detroit returns from its Week 9 bye.

Hodge secured his only target for three yards during Sunday's 28-19 loss to the Rams.

Hodge and Geronimo Allison clearly ran behind Kalif Raymond and Amon-Ra St. Brown, but Raymond was the only one to see more than two targets. Even with Quintez Cephus (collarbone) and Tyrell Williams (concussion) on IR, Hodge remains a long shot to become a consistent fantasy contributor in practically any format.

Hodge secured his only target for 13 yards during Sunday's 24-14 loss to Chicago.

Hodge saw most of his playing time on special teams and is nothing more than a depth option at wide receiver.

Hodge caught one pass for nine yards during Sunday's 19-17 loss to the Ravens.

Hodge only saw five offensive snaps compared to 18 on special teams, where he operated as a gunner now that Bobby Price is taking on an expanded role defensively. Most of Hodge's value will continue to come on special teams and it's unlikely that will change unless more receivers join Tyrell Williams (concussion) on the injury report.

Hodge logged 14 snaps on special teams during Monday's 35-17 loss to Green Bay.

After being a healthy scratch in Week 1, Hodge was active Monday but he didn't see any snaps on offense despite the absence of Tyrell Williams (concussion).

Hodge is inactive for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

The Lions thought enough of Hodge to put in a waiver claim for him when Cleveland cut him loose at the conclusion of the preseason, but the 26-year-old will open the season behind starters Tyrell Williams, Amon-Ra St. Brown and Kalif Raymond and backups Quintez Cephus and Trinity Benson on the depth chart at receiver. Even on the occasions he's active this season, Hodge is unlikely to be a high-priority option in the passing game.

The Loins claimed Hodge off waivers Wednesday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hodge was Cleveland's No. 3 receiver for part of last season and now finds himself on arguably the weakest WR depth chart in the league. Of course, he was waived for a reason, and he's caught only 17 passes in 39 regular-season games. Hodge most likely will be backup and special teams player, even with the receiver-needy Lions.

Hodge has been waived by the Browns, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Hodge is the odd man out after falling behind Donovan Peoples-Jones, Rashard Higgins and rookie Anthony Schwartz in the team's wideout mix. The report notes that the Browns hope to bring Hodge back in some capacity if he clears waivers.

Hodge caught two of three targets for 42 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 19-10 win over the Falcons in preseason Week 3.

Hodge is perceived to be on the bubble, but he scored touchdowns in each of the final two preseason games. Last week, he made a contested catch on fourth down in the red zone from backup quarterback Case Keenum, then Sunday he and starting quarterback Baker Mayfield hooked up on a 22-yarder on the team's second drive. Hodge's special-teams credentials are hard to ignore, but there five receivers ahead of him in the mix. Rashard Higgins (leg) remains dinged up, and rookie Anthony Schwartz had just five practices during preseason, so there could be an opportunity for him to start the regular season on the 53-man roster.

Hodge caught two of four targets for 21 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 17-13 preseason win over the Giants.

Hodge opened the scoring with a seven-yard touchdown grab in the first quarter, helping his case to earn Cleveland's fifth receiver job behind Odell Beckham, Jarvis Landry, Rashard Higgins and Donovan Peoples-Jones. He'll hope to close out the preseason well with another good showing next Sunday versus the Falcons.

Hodge will sign his contract tender from the Browns on Wednesday, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

The Browns offered Hodge a contract tender in mid-March, allowing the team to retain his rights if they match another team's offer. While he's not a huge piece of the offense, claiming just 11 passes for 180 yards on 17 targets last season, Hodge should be a valuable contributor on special teams once again.

The Browns have offered Hodge a contact tender.

The move puts the team in a position to retain Hodge, who is set to become a restricted free agent. The 26-year-old caught 11 passes (on 17 targets) for 180 yards in nine games last season in a depth role, while making most of his mark as one of the Browns' most valuable special-teamers.

Hodge was not targeted over eight offensive snaps in Sunday's 22-17 playoff loss to the Chiefs.

Hodge was activated off the COVID-19 list but was used more on special teams (12 snaps) than on offense. He opened the season as the clear No. 3 wideout wideout, but his usage lagged significantly behind Odell Beckham and Jarvis Landry. Then, as rookie Donovan Peoples-Jones improved when given a chance, Hodge fell further behind on the depth chart. Hodge becomes a restricted free agent during the offseason and is looking at a similar role, in which he's used heavily on special teams, if the Browns bring him back.

Hodge was activated Thursday from the reserve/COVID-19 list, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Hodge got two targets on 42 percent snap share in the Week 17 win over Pittsburgh, before landing on the COVID list for a rematch in the wild-card round. Rookie wideout Donovan Peoples-Jones then took 69 percent of snaps in the 48-37 win last week, catching one of two targets for eight yards. It isn't clear which of the two wide receivers will handle the No. 3 role this Sunday in Kansas City, and it's possible the share snaps behind starters Jarvis Landry and Rashard Higgins.

Hodge has been placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list.

Also landing on the list was guard Joel Bitonio, with both players slated to miss Sunday's playoff opener against the Steelers after testing positive for COVID-19, Jake Trotter of ESPN reports. Per Adam Schefter of ESPN, 10 Cleveland players are on the reserve/COVID-19 list as of Tuesday.

Hodge has reportedly tested positive for COVID-19 and won't be available for Sunday's playoff game against the Steelers, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

As a result, Hodge is in line to land on the reserve/COVID-19 list later Tuesday. With Hodge out and Donovan Peoples-Jones dealing with a concussion, Marvin Hall and Alexander Hollins could see added snaps behind Jarvis Landry and Rashard Higgins this weekend.

Hodge caught two of two targets for 25 yards in Sunday's 24-22 win over Pittsburgh.

Hodge returned to action after missing Week 16 while on the reserve/COVID-19 list. He's been an afterthought in the passing attack all season and recently lost playing time to rookie Donovan Peoples-Jones, who had three targets Sunday before leaving with a concussion. The Browns extended their season with the win and will face the Steelers in Pittsburgh next weekend. Pending Peoples-Jones' status, Hodge could be in line for increased snaps and targets, although the Browns a run-first team. If Nick Chubb and ground game is working -- it rushed for 192 yards and averaged 6.2 yards per carry Sunday -- there may not be much opportunity for Hodge.

The Browns reinstated Hodge from the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday.

Along with Hodge, the Browns also activated Rashard Higgins, Donovan Peoples-Jones, Jarvis Landry and Jacob Phillips after all five players sat out last week's loss to the Jets following their respective placements on the list. Before sitting out the Week 16 game, Hodge had seemingly been usurped by Peoples-Jones as the Browns' No. 3 receiver, so the former may not be in line for much work on offense in Sunday's game against the Steelers.

Hodge is in line to come off the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

As will fellow wide receivers Jarvis Landry, Rashard Higgins and Donovan Peoples-Jones, with the moves to become official later Thursday. As a result, barring any unexpected developments, the Browns will welcome the quartet back to their lineup Sunday against the Steelers.

The Browns placed Hodge (undisclosed) on the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday, ruling him our for Sunday's road contest against the Jets.

In addition to Hodge, fellow wide receivers Jarvis Landry, Rashard Higgins and Donovan Peoples-Jones were deemed high-risk close contacts and are unable to play Week 16. With just one WR (Marvin Hall) remaining on the active roster, Cleveland elevated Ja'Marcus Bradley and Derrick Willies from the practice squad.

Hodge (undisclosed) has been deemed a high-risk close contact and may not be available Sunday versus the Jets, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

The same can be said for Jarvis Landry, Rashard Higgins and Donovan Peoples-Jones. The Browns haven't placed any of the quartet on the reserve/COVID-19 list yet, but a decision on each player's availability may be imminent. If all four are unable to suit up Sunday, Cleveland will be down to one healthy wide receiver (Marvin Hall) on the active roster.

Hodge (hamstring) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's road game against the Jets, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Hodge spent time on injured reserve and also sat out Weeks 13 and 14 due to a hamstring injury, but he's now slated to suit up for a second straight game. In his eight appearances this season, he's managed to post a 9-155-0 line on 15 targets, making him no better than the third wide receiver in the Browns offense behind Jarvis Landry and Rashard Higgins.

Hodge (hamstring) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hodge missed two games due to a hamstring injury before suiting up for last Sunday's win over the Giants, but it seems like the issue is still lingering. As long as the No. 3 receiver is able to keep practicing in a limited capacity, however, he should be in good shape to suit up for Week 16's road game against the Jets.

Hodge was not targeted and played eight offensive snaps in Sunday's 20-6 win over the Giants.

Hodge returned to action after missing two games due to a hamstring injury. That he only played eight snaps could be a case of bringing him back slowly or could be a sign of the team's confidence in rookie wideout Donovan Peoples-Jones, who played 36 snaps. Prior to Hodge's injury, he was the clear third wide receiver, but the rookie Peoples-Jones has thrived as a replacement since. A clearer picture of the depth chart should emerge Week 16 when the Browns play the Jets.

Hodge (hamstring) is active for Sunday night's game against the Giants, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

The Prairie View A&M standout has missed each of the Browns' past two contests while recovering from a hamstring injury, but he's ready to make his return to the lineup on the primetime stage. With a combined six receptions for 104 yards over his two most-recent appearances Weeks 11 and 12, Hodge slots in third on Cleveland's WR depth chart for Sunday night.

Hodge (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.

Hodge received the designation after the hamstring injury that has sidelined him for the past two games continued to limit his participation in practice throughout the week. If Hodge can't gain clearance for Sunday's contest, Donovan Peoples-Jones would likely continue to serve as the Browns' No. 3 receiver behind Jarvis Landry and Rashard Higgins.

Hodge (hamstring) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealerreports.

Hodge missed practice all last week, but it looks like he could be trending upward for Sunday's game against the Giants. In each of his last two appearances Hodge recorded three catches.

Hodge (hamstring) will return to practice Wednesday, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

The wideout was unable to practice at all last week, so this is a step in the right direction for Hodge, who recorded three-catch efforts in each of his last two outings prior to missing back-to-back games.

Coach Kevin Stefanski said Hodge is "progressing" through his hamstring injury, and he's optimistic the wide receiver will be available Sunday against the Giants, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.

Hodge missed the last two games due to the health concern, which has resulted in four straight DNPs on Browns injury reports. They will issue their first Week 15 report Wednesday, which may give an indication that Hodge is trending toward a return.

Hodge (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Ravens, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Hodge was unable to practice all week, so he'll predictably miss a second straight game. Donovan Peoples-Jones should be the main beneficiary of Hodge's absence, but newcomer Marvin Hall could handle a decent workload in his Browns debut as well.

Hodge (hamstring) will sit out Friday's practice, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

The 25-year-old missed Week 13 due to the hamstring injury and has yet to practice this week. Coach Kevin Stefanski said Hodge is "progressing," but the wideout may need to practice in some capacity Saturday to have a chance of suiting up Monday against the Ravens.

Hodge (hamstring) won't practice Thursday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hodge sat out this past Sunday's win over the Titans and it's unclear if he'll bounce back in time to play Monday night against the Ravens. If he remains sidelined in Week 14, added snaps/targets alongside Jarvis Landry would be available for Rashard Higgins and Donovan Peoples-Jones.

Hodge (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Titans, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hodge seems to have suffered this hamstring injury in practice this week, and it will unfortunately keep him out of action Sunday. With fellow wide receiver Taywan Taylor (neck) also sidelined, Jarvis Landry, Rashard Higgins and Donovan Peoples-Jones are the only healthy receivers left on the Browns' roster, but the team is expected to activate either Derrick Willies or Ja'Marcus Bradley off the practice squad for additional depth.

Hodge was added to the Browns' practice report after he was limited participant in Thursday's session due to a hamstring injury, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

Hodge wasn't included on the initial Week 13 report the Browns provided Wednesday, so the hamstring injury may have been something he picked up midway through Thursday's session. The Browns will see what Hodge is able to do at Friday's practice before determining whether he'll carry a designation into Sunday's game in Tennessee. Since returning from injured reserve Week 8, Hodge has played between 30 and 50 percent of the offensive snaps in each of the Browns' four contests, compiling only six receptions for 104 yards and no touchdowns on nine targets.

Hodge has eight targets over the last two games after totaling just seven in his previous five games.

In terms of snaps, Hodge remains a third wideout, but quarterback Baker Mayfield is looking his way more often, including a key fourth-down conversion to extend a scoring drive in last week's win over the Jaguars. He latched on with the Browns in 2019 as a special teams ace, then won the third wide receiver job in 2020. Despite the increased role on offense, Hodge's main duty to start the season was blocking for Cleveland's top-ranked rushing offense, while Odell Beckham (knee) and Jarvis Landry were the big dogs as receivers. As the season unfolded, Hodge earned a larger role. Over the last two weeks, he's caught six passes for 104 yards in wins over Philadelphia and Jacksonville.

Hodge caught three of three targets for 31 yards in Sunday's 27-25 win over Jacksonville.

One week after he led Cleveland's wide receivers, Hodge took a more customary role as second fiddle to Jarvis Landry. He has just nine catches for 155 yards and is a limited feature for an offense that's ran the ball more than passed in three straight games and six times out of 11 contests.

Hodge caught three of five targets for 73 yards during Sunday's 22-17 win over the Eagles.

On a day in which the Browns barely topped 200 passing yards, Hodge accounted for over a third of the team's receiving yardage, thanks in large part to a game-high 42 yard reception. This was easily Hodge's best output of the season and it came in adverse conditions, which could be a positive sign for his fantasy prospects moving forward. He'll have a chance to generate more production next Sunday against a Jaguars defense that ranks near the bottom of the league in most categories against the pass.

Hodge was targeted once in Sunday's 10-7 win over the Texans.

Hodge was touted as a deep-threat replacement for the injured Odell Beckham (knee) over the Browns' bye week, but there was little downfield throwing during a game that featured gusting winds and rain. The target was just seventh of the season for Hodge, who makes more impact as a blocker for Cleveland's two-headed backfield of Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt.

Hodge is expected to be the deep threat replacement for the injured Odell Beckham (knee), Ellis L. Williams of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Without Beckham, the Browns have Hodge and Rashard Higgins as the next men up. Hodge has greater speed than Higgins, making him the ideal replacement as a field stretcher. Defenses may not feel the need to immediately send a safety over the top to help on Hodge, as they do for Beckham, but he is the most likely to become deep threat. The Browns may want to take some shots deep to Hodge to see if he can become a credible threat. If Hodge develops as an outside-the-numbers option, that could take the pressure off Jarvis Landry, who should see multiple defenders on most routes without Beckham.

Hodge was not targeted in Sunday's 16-6 loss to the Raiders.

Hodge, who returned from a three-week stay on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury, played 34 snaps, which is right around his season average. He and Rashard Higgins (35 snaps) are the primary fill-ins for Odell Beckham (knee, IR) and will continue to be unless Cleveland makes a deal before Tuesday's trade deadline. However, judging from the performance of the defense, which gave up 208 rushing yards and were on the field for nearly 38 minutes, the Browns need help in other areas.

Hodge (hamstring) was activated off injured reserve Saturday, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

More importantly, Hodge is expected to play and step immediately into the No. 3 WR role after the injury to Odell Beckham (knee). Hodge only has three receptions on six targets this season, but he's played at least 50 percent of the offensive snaps in each of the three games he's been active and that should rise even further Sunday against the Raiders.

Hodge (hamstring) practiced Wednesday and will be active Week 8 against the Raiders, Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hodge should step back into a familiar role as Cleveland's No. 3 wide receiver, after the Browns placed Odell Beckham (knee) on injured reserve this week. He missed the last three weeks and has been designated to return from injured reserve.

The Browns designated Hodge (hamstring) to return from injured reserve Wednesday.

The transaction will give the Browns up to 21 days to evaluate Hodge for a return to the 53-man roster, but the wideout isn't expected to need the full three weeks before being activated. According to Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal, head coach Kevin Stefanski said Monday that he expects Hodge to be available for the team's Week 8 game against the Raiders, so assuming the wideout incurs no setbacks with his hamstring in practices over the next three days, he should be cleared to suit up Sunday. With Odell Beckham (knee) suffering a season-ending ACL tear Week 7, Hodge should get the chance to compete with rookie Donovan Peoples-Jones for a regular spot in three-receiver sets alongside starters Jarvis Landry and Rashard Higgins.

Coach Kevin Stefanski said Monday that he expects Hodge (hamstring) to return this Sunday against the Raiders, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Hodge has missed the past four games due to a hamstring injury, but he's in line to start practicing this week, which would open a 21-day window for him to return from IR. This would be a timely return for the Browns, as they lost star receiver Odell Beckham (torn ACL) for the season during this past Sunday's win over the Bengals. Upon his return to action, Hodge could handle a decent workload immediately, although rookie Donovan Peoples-Jones looks like the favorite to snag the No. 3 role moving forward. Hodge produced three receptions for 51 yards over the first three games this year.

The Browns placed Hodge (hamstring) on injured reserve Tuesday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hodge suffered a hamstring injury during pregame warmups of Sunday's 49-38 win over the Cowboys, and coach Kevin Stefanski declared Monday that the wideout was week-to-week. With his IR placement, he'll officially miss the next three games and will be eligible to return Week 7 against the Raiders. Donovan Peoples-Jones appears to be the next man up in three-wide sets, as he played 44 percent of offensive snaps in Week 4 while Rashard Higgins was a healthy scratch.

Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski labeled Hodge (hamstring) as week-to-week Monday, Tom Withers of the Associated Press reports.

Hodge was active Sunday, but he didn't see any action in the Browns' 49-38 win over the Cowboys after injuring his hamstring in pregame warmups. As a result of Hodge's absence, rookie Donovan Peoples-Jones served as Cleveland's No. 3 wideout, but he played only 44 percent of the offensive snaps and didn't draw any targets with the Browns racing out to an early lead and finishing with a 40:33 run-to-pass ratio on the day. With Hodge now looking doubtful for at least the Browns' Week 5 game versus the Colts, Peoples-Jones or Rashard Higgins could be featured more in three-receiver sets, but neither would represent a high-priority option in the passing game.

Hodge did not play in Sunday's win over Dallas after suffering a hamstring injury during pre-game warmups.

The Browns went to the next man up as the third wide receiver, rookie Donovan Peoples-Jones. Hodge had cemented the job as the third wideout, so if healthy, he will resume the job Week 5 against the Colts.

Hodge suffered a hamstring injury during pregame warmups and is questionable to play in Sunday's game versus the Cowboys, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

Hodge was slated to be the No. 3 wideout in Sunday's game, but if he sits out, Donovan Peoples-Jones will enjoy an uptick in snaps behind Odell Beckham and Jarvis Landry.

Hodge appears to have a firm grasp of the third receiver spot, Marla Ridenour of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Hodge worked as third receiver for the first three games and supplanted Rashard Higgins, who was inactive in last week's win over Washington. Coaches insist Higgins is not in the doghouse, but Hodge's work on special teams gives him an edge. With Kareem Hunt (groin) questionable and JoJo Natson (knee, IR) dealing with injuries heading into Week 4 against Dallas, there could be room for both Higgins and rookie Donovan Peoples-Jones behind Hodge on the active roster.

Hodge was targeted once in Sunday's 34-20 win over Washington in Week 3.

Hodge once again served as Cleveland's third wideout and played more than 50 percent of the snaps for the third straight week, but the playing time hasn't translated to fantasy worth. He has jus three catches for 51 yards. Hodge had little competition for playing time Sunday as the Browns made Rashard Higgins inactive and JoJo Natson (knee) left the game in the second quarter.

Hodge caught two of two targets for 39 yards and played 33 snaps (57 percent) in Thursday's 35-30 win over the Bengals in Week 2.

Hodge is locked in as the No. 3 wideout, having played 56 percent of the offensive snaps through two weeks. His two targets were down from the three he had last week, but the Browns were able to play their designed offense, unlike in last week's blowout loss to the Ravens. If the Browns continue to run 60 percent of time as they did Thursday, there will be little chance of Hodge breaking out of the two-or-three target range.

Hodge caught one of three targets and played 40 snaps (55 percent) in Sunday's 38-6 loss to the Ravens.

Hodge had the third-most targets and snaps among the wide receiver group, finishing ahead of Rashard Higgins, who had an edge entering training camp. As close observers of the Browns suspected, the team's third wideout was less involved in the offense than running back Kareem Hunt, who was second in receptions and tied with Jarvis Landry for second in targets.

Hodge made the Browns' 53-man roster, Andrew Gribble of the Browns' official site reports.

Hodge is one of six wide receivers kept by the Browns, who also retained Rashard Higgins, Donovan Peoples-Jones and Jojo Natson behind starters Jarvis Landry and Odell Beckham. Higgins is considered the third wideout while Natson and Peoples-Jones could factor as returners. That leaves Hodge, who is regarded as one of best gunners in the league.

Hodge is working as the No. 3 receiver at Sunday's practice, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hodge missed some practice time this past week for personal reasons, but he's solidly in the mix for a depth role in the Cleveland offense. He logged 260 snaps on special teams and only 129 on offense last season, but he perhaps has a real shot at the No. 3 spot given that the competition consists of Rashard Higgins, Damion Ratley, Taywan Taylor and Donovan Peoples-Jones. Of course, the Browns figure to make frequent use of formations that utilize a second tight end (David Njoku) or a fullback (Andy Janovich) instead of a third wide receiver.

Hodge (personal) returned to practice Friday, Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hodge has missed several days this week due to personal reasons. He's looking to hook on as the team's fifth wideout, so getting back to practice will help with that goal.

Hodge did not practice Sunday due to personal reasons, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Hodge is on the lower end of the wide receiver depth chart and will be challenged to make the final roster. He spent a full season with the Browns in 2020, catching four of 10 targets for 76 yards.

Hodge will remain with the Browns after the team placed a contract tender on the exclusive rights free agent Tuesday.

The 26-year-old was used sparingly for the Browns last season, appearing in all 16 games, but he had just four catches for 76 yards on 130 total offensive snaps. With both Odell Beckham and Jarvis Landry subject to trade rumors this offseason, the Browns' receiver room remains in a state of flux. Despite the uncertainty, it's likely that Hodge will operate as a depth receiver and on special teams for the Browns in 2020.