Snags two passes in win

Kendricks caught both of his targets for 26 yards during Sunday's 44-38 win over the Jets.

Analysis: Though the production itself has been modest, Kendricks has now had two of his three best performances of the season from a yardage standpoint in the past two weeks. His 20-yard catch-and-run Sunday opened the second half for Green Bay and set up a field goal in route to a big Packers comeback. It's hard to get too excited about a handful of catches for a backup tight end, but Kendricks does have a decent matchup to end the season against a Lions defense that has been middle-of-the-pack against…read more

Season-high four receptions

Kendricks caught four passes for 27 yards in Sunday's loss to the Bears.

Analysis: Kendricks played a season-low nine snaps Sunday, but he was targeted frequently when on the field, notching a season-high four receptions. He could conceivably see a boost in activity before the season ends if the Packers -- eliminated from playoff contention -- decide to further limit or shut down top tight end Jimmy Graham (thumb), but even then, his fantasy value would only be minimal. Kendricks is averaging just 8.5 yards per reception and has scored only once this season.

No targets for second straight week

Kendricks played 17 snaps on offense in Sunday's victory over the Falcons and was not targeted.

Analysis: Kendricks played the second-most snaps among Packers tight ends like he usually has this season, but that did not result in any impact in the box score for the second week in a row. Top tight end Jimmy Graham is playing through a broken thumb, but that has not resulted in any boost in production for Kendricks.

No targets Week 13

Kendricks played 12 snaps and was not targeted in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals.

Analysis: Kendricks' snap count decreased for the third week in a row, and the 12 plays were his fewest in a game since Week 3. Changes could be coming in the Packers offense with Mike McCarthy no longer in town, but given Kendricks' declining snap count and overall output, it's unlikely his fantasy value will change noticeably.

Little change in role

Kendricks caught two of three targets for 14 yards in Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Vikings.

Analysis: Though he had a chance to be more involved this week with fellow tight end Jimmy Graham playing through a broken thumb, Kendricks actually played a smaller percentage of snaps than he did in Week 11 against the Seahawks. After another quiet day on the scoresheet, it's clear Kendricks doesn't project to offer much in terms of fantasy upside even if Graham is limited for additional contests.

Role could expand

Kendricks caught two passes for 12 yards in Thursday's loss to the Seahawks.

Analysis: Kendricks provided his typical modest production in Week 11 despite playing over 50 percent of the snaps for the second week in a row. More notable than Kendricks' own production was the fact that fellow tight end Jimmy Graham injured his thumb in the contest and could be forced to miss time as a result. If Graham is in fact sidelined for at least the Packers' Week 12 game against the Vikings, Kendricks -- who has operated as the No. 2 tight end all season -- would likely move into the starting…read more

Ties season-high snap count

Kendricks caught two passes for 24 yards in Sunday's victory over the Dolphins.

Analysis: The two receptions were Kendricks' first since the Packers' Week 7 bye, and the 24 yards were his second most in a game this season. He tied a season high with 35 snaps as the Packers took it a bit easy with fellow tight end Jimmy Graham and his sore knee. Kendricks is next in line should Graham be limited at all again in Week 11 with a short practice week for the Packers, but even if he plays more like he did in Week 10, he would likely continue to be counted on mainly in the blocking…read more

Posts season high in yards in Week 6

Kendricks caught two passes for a season-high 37 yards in Monday's victory over the 49ers.

Analysis: Kendricks has produced 45 of his 67 receiving yards and his lone touchdown over the last two weeks, so he is contributing more than he was early on. However, he remains the Packers' backup tight end and is averaging 22 snaps per week, so his chances to make a fantasy impact remain minimal.

Scores for first time this season

Kendricks caught two passes for eight yards and a touchdown in Sunday's loss to the Lions.

Analysis: Kendricks caught two passes for the second week in a row and found paydirt for the first time this season. He continues to work as the Packers' No. 2 tight end behind Jimmy Graham and ahead of Marcedes Lewis, but with averages of just one reception, six yards and 22 snaps per game this season, he's not doing enough to help fantasy players.

Works as No. 2 tight end again

Kendricks caught one pass for five yards in Sunday's victory over the Bills.

Analysis: Kendricks made little impact on the stat sheet in Sunday's game but most notably he again worked over Marcedes Lewis as the Packers' backup tight end, playing a season-high 35 snaps to Lewis' 17.

Operates as No. 2 tight end again

Kendricks caught one pass for four yards in Sunday's tie with the Vikings.

Analysis: Kendricks operated as the Packers' backup tight end for the second time in as many weeks, playing 27 snaps to Marcedes Lewis' 14 and notching the only reception between the two. Starting tight end Jimmy Graham notched six receptions for 95 yards and will continue dominating the work at the tight end position for Green Bay.

Snags one pass in opener

Kendricks caught one pass for 13 yards in Sunday's victory over the Bears.

Analysis: It was assumed that Kendricks would open the year as the Packers' No. 3 tight end, but he worked as the backup at the position in Week 1, tallying 19 snaps to Marcedes Lewis' seven and even was announced as a starter on the game broadcast. Fellow tight end Jimmy Graham also started Sunday and clearly led all tight ends with 59 snaps, and he figures to dominate the work at the position as long as he is healthy.

Catches two passes in exhibition game

Kendricks caught two passes for 28 yards in Thursday's preseason win over the Steelers.

Analysis: Kendricks got on the board Thursday after going without a catch in the Packers' first exhibition game. He caught just 18 passes a year ago, and it's tough to envision him doing significantly better following the offseason additions of fellow tight ends Jimmy Graham and Marcedes Lewis.

Kendricks did not catch in the Packers' regular season finale and finished 2017 with 18 receptions for 203 yards over 16 games.

Analysis: It was thought that Kendricks would play a bigger role after joining the Packers last offseason, and even though he took over as the starter in October following the departure of fellow tight end Martellus Bennett, he did not come close to matching the 50 receptions he posted in 2016. In fact, he finished with the lowest reception total of his career; so though figures to be back in Green Bay in 2018 after signing a two-year contract, it's unlikely he will head into the season any higher than…read more

Kendricks reeled in four of nine targets for 36 yards in Saturday's 16-0 loss to the Vikings.

Analysis: The target and reception totals were both season highs for Kendricks, who took on primacy in the Packers' passing attack with top wideouts Davante Adams (concussion) ruled out in advance of the contest and key targets Jordy Nelson (shoulder) and Richard Rodgers (shoulder) exiting early. Kendricks would continue to see the bulk of snaps at tight end if Rodgers is ruled out for the Dec. 31 season finale against the Lions, but it's difficult to envision him offering much production beyond what he…read more

Kendricks caught one pass for five yards in Sunday's 31-24 loss to the Panthers.

Analysis: The return of quarterback Aaron Rodgers did nothing for Kendricks' production, but it did provide a boost for the numbers of fellow tight end Richard Rodgers, who had by far his best day of the season. Regardless of who is at quarterback, Kendricks' minimal output -- 14 receptions in 14 games -- will keep him on the fringes of fantasy relevancy over the season's final two weeks.

Kendricks caught two passes for 11 yards in Sunday's victory over the Browns.

Analysis: Kendricks briefly left Sunday's game after suffering a jaw injury, but he was able to both return to and finish the contest. He saw a season-high five targets against a Browns defense that has been routinely beaten by opposing tight ends this season, but was not able to turn that into any meaningful production, and did not top 11 yards for the fifth straight week. He could become more involved in the offense down the stretch if starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers (collarbone) returns, but…read more

Kendricks was charged Friday with possession of THC from a September traffic stop in Outagamie County, Wis., Michael Cohen of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Analysis: Although Kendricks initially was stopped for speeding, a Wisconsin state trooper noted the smell of marijuana emanating from the vehicle. A subsequent search of the tight end's car produced some paraphernalia. Neither the Packers nor the NFL is likely to chime in until the legal process plays out, but there's precedent for a suspension by one of his own teammates, Geronimo Allison, who received a one-game ban to start this season due to a similar charge. Kendricks will continue to play a…read more

Kendricks caught one pass for 11 yards in Sunday's 26-20 overtime victory against the Buccaneers.

Analysis: Kendricks got back on the board after not catching a pass Week 12, but he is now up to totals of just 25 yards on three receptions over the last four weeks. That hardly inspires much confidence in Kendricks' Week 14 prospects, but he will have the benefit of taking on a Browns defense that has frequently been beaten by opposing tight ends this season.

Kendricks did not catch a pass in Sunday's loss to the Steelers.

Analysis: Kendricks was credited with the start Sunday, but according to Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com, he played fewer snaps (29) than fellow tight end Richard Rodgers (37), who also hauled in the lone reception among Packers tight ends Sunday night. Kendricks has started four straight games and figures to remain part of the starting lineup moving forward, but with totals of just four receptions and 46 yards over that span, he is not bringing much to the table for fantasy players.

Kendricks caught one pass for five yards in Sunday's 23-0 loss to the Ravens.

Analysis: Kendricks tied a season high with four targets Sunday, but that provides no consolation to fantasy players that started him against the Ravens. He's totaled just 46 receiving yards in three games since taking over as the Packers' top tight end, and the odds of him making a meaningful fantasy impact Week 12 seem slim facing a Steelers defense that has routinely shut down opposing tight ends all season.

Kendricks caught one pass for nine yards in Sunday's victory over the Bears.

Analysis: Kendricks has assumed the Packers' starting tight end spot with Martellus Bennett out of town, and the role change led to him playing a season-high 46 snaps Sunday, according to Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com. However, the increase in field time did not lead to any significant change in his production. It's going to be tough for him to get much going the next couple weeks, as the Packers' next two opponents -- the Ravens and Steelers -- have allowed opposing tight ends to score just three total…read more

Kendricks will continue to have an elevated role in the Packers' offense with Martellus Bennett (shoulder) already ruled out for Sunday's game at Chicago, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

Analysis: During Bennett's first absence Monday against the Lions, Kendricks and Richard Rodgers split the workload at tight end, earning 29 and 33 (of 59) snaps, respectively. However, neither Kendricks nor Rodgers made a significant impact in the box score, partly due to a stagnant passing game under the direction of quarterback Brett Hundley. Kendricks posted two catches (on three targets) for 32 yards, which may be difficult to replicate against a Bears defense that has allowed 48 yards per game to…read more