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vs. PHI: #28 vs opposing DB - 30.25 FPA
Bye Week7Rank132% Rostered-% Change-WK 13 Pts0.50WK 14 Proj. Pts4.14
2023 Fantasy Stats
   Fantasy
WkOppResultsPts
1@NYG
Win, 40-0
4.00
2NYJ
Win, 30-10
5.50
3@ARI
Loss, 16-28
4.00
4NE
Win, 38-3
1.50
5@SF
Loss, 10-42
4.50
6@LAC
Win, 20-17
1.00
7Bye  0.00
8LA
Win, 43-20
1.00
9@PHI
Loss, 23-28
6.50
10NYG
Win, 49-17
2.00
11@CAR
Win, 33-10
4.00
12WAS
Win, 45-10
4.50
13SEA
Win, 41-35
0.50
14PHI
Sun 5:20 pmGet Tickets
0.00
15@BUF
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
0.00
16@MIA
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
0.00
17DET
Sat 5:15 pmGet Tickets
0.00
18@WAS
TBDGet Tickets
0.00
2023 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppTotSckIntFrc FumFum RecPts
1@NYG,
W 40-0
3----4.00
2NYJ,
W 30-10
1-1--5.50
3@ARI,
L 16-28
3----4.00
4NE,
W 38-3
1----1.50
5@SF,
L 10-42
3----4.50
6@LAC,
W 20-17
1----1.00
7Bye-----0.00
8LA,
W 43-20
1----1.00
9@PHI,
L 23-28
3--1-6.50
10NYG,
W 49-17
1----2.00
11@CAR,
W 33-10
3----4.00
12WAS,
W 45-10
3----4.50
13SEA,
W 41-35
-----0.50
14PHI,
Sun 5:20 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
15@BUF,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
16@MIA,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
17DET,
Sat 5:15 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
18@WAS,
TBDGet Tickets
-----0.00
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  • 96.50
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  • 124.50
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  • 14
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News

  • Set to play Sunday vs. SF

    Hooker (shoulder) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's Week 5 contest against the 49ers, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Hooker appeared on the injury report with a shoulder issue after logging a limited practice session Wednesday. He was limited again Thursday but managed to return to full participation Friday. That was enough for the Cowboys to deem him ready to play Week 5 in a key NFC battle versus San Francisco. Hooker has recorded 14 tackles (eight solo) along with an interception through four contests this season.

    Published: Fri, Oct 6 at 6:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with shoulder injury

    Hooker (shoulder) was a limited participant at the Cowboys' practice Wednesday, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Hooker was added to the injury report with a shoulder issue following the team's first practice of the week. The safety played a season-high 95 percent of the team's defensive snaps in Week 4 versus New England and he'll look to increase his workload as the week progresses.

    Published: Wed, Oct 4 at 5:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Available against Giants

    Hooker (illness) is active for Sunday's game against the Giants.

    Analysis: Hooker was added to Sunday's injury report due to an illness, but the issue won't prevent him from suiting up for the regular-season opener. Donovan Wilson (calf) has been ruled out, so Hooker could see an increased role in the secondary against the Giants.

    Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 4:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Added to injury report

    Hooker has been added to the Cowboys' injury report ahead of their Week 1 matchup with the Giants as questionable due to an illness, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Hooker's final status will ultimately depend on how he is feeling closer to kickoff. With Donovan Wilson (calf) deemed doubtful, the 27-year-old Hooker is trending toward a bigger role at free safety should he get the green light. However, if both are ruled out, Israel Mukuamu and Juanyeh Thomas would be next men up.

    Published: Sat, Sep 9 at 11:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs three-year extension

    Hooker signed a three-year contract extension worth up to $24 million with the Cowboys on Friday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Hooker's deal includes and $8 million signing bonus and $16.5 million guaranteed. The 27-year-old safety's set to remain a Cowboy through the 2026 season. Hooker set a career high with 62 tackles in 2022 while tying his career high with three interceptions.

    Published: Fri, Aug 4 at 1:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Recovered from thumb surgery

    Hooker (thumb) participated in Cowboys minicamp.

    Analysis: Hooker underwent a procedure on his thumb after the Cowboys were eliminated from the playoffs. He missed just one game last season, appearing in 16 regular-season contests while starting both playoff games. Hooker recorded a career-best 62 tackles and three interceptions on 81 percent of Dallas' defensive snaps.

    Published: Fri, Jun 23 at 12:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Undergoes thumb procedure

    Cowboys team owner Jerry Jones said Wednesday that Hooker recently underwent thumb surgery, Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Per Clarence E. Hill Jr. of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Hooker's latest procedure was to address a dislocated thumb, which he likely sustained during Dallas' loss to the 49ers in the divisional round. The 26-year-old is expected to be ready for the team's offseason program without any limitations.

    Published: Wed, Feb 1 at 11:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts together solid season

    Hooker recorded 62 tackles (44 solo) with three interceptions and a fumble recovery for a touchdown over 16 regular-season games in 2022.

    Analysis: The 26-year-old safety stayed mostly healthy, missing only a Week 8 contest against the Bears due to a hamstring strain, and as a result Hooker put together the most productive season of his career. The Cowboys' trio of safeties (Hooker, Donovan Wilson and Jayron Kearse) all posted strong numbers in coordinator Dan Quinn's defense, but with Wilson a free agent and potentially headed elsewhere, Hooker could see an increased workload in 2023.

    Published: Tue, Jan 31 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores TD against former club

    Hooker recorded two tackles and returned a fumble for a 38-yard touchdown in Sunday's 54-19 win over the Colts.

    Analysis: The safety was taken 15th overall by Indianapolis in the 2017 NFL Draft, but his career with the Colts was marred by multiple injuries and he joined the Cowboys as a free agent last season. Hooker got some revenge against his former employers by scooping up a fumble and racing down the sidelines for the second of five Dallas TDs in the fourth quarter. The 26-year-old has stayed healthy this year and through 11 games he has 43 tackles, eight shy of his prior career high.

    Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 11:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to full practice

    Hooker (hamstring) logged a full practice session Wednesday, per Jon Machota of The Athletic.

    Analysis: Hooker was unable to practice at all Week 8 and ended up missing the win over the Bears. However, he had time to recover during Dallas' subsequent bye week and appears to be back near full health. Assuming he doesn't suffer any setbacks during practice this week, Hooker should be able to return to his big role in the Cowboys' secondary Sunday in Green Bay.

    Published: Wed, Nov 9 at 5:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not playing Sunday

    Hooker (hamstring) is inactive Sunday against the Bears, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Hooker was unable to practice this week and was considered a game-time decision coming into Sunday. With the Cowboys entering a bye week, Hooker will have extended time to prepare for a return to the field.

    Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 8:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Viewed as game-time call

    Hooker (hamstring), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Bears, is considered a game-time decision, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Even though Hooker's hamstring injury kept him sidelined for practice all week, the Cowboys aren't closing the door on the sixth-year safety suiting up. After playing north of 70 percent of the snaps on defense in each of Dallas' first six games, Hooker dropped down to a season-low 51 percent snap share in the Week 7 win over Detroit, with the hamstring issue perhaps contributing to his lighter-than-normal playing time.

    Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 5:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out of practice

    Hooker (hamstring) did not practice Wednesday, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: It's unclear when Hooker sustained his hamstring injury as he was able to compile a team-high 12 tackles in Sunday's loss to the Eagles. The safety will have two more practice opportunities prior to Sunday's contest against Chicago.

    Published: Wed, Oct 26 at 4:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dozen tackles against Eagles

    Hooker recorded a team-high 12 tackles (10 solo) in Sunday's loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: The veteran safety not only set a season high in tackles, he ties his personal career high -- a mark he'd previously reached as a Colt in 2018. Hooker already has 34 tackles through six games, and if he can stay healthy, he's on pace to shatter his prior personal best of 51 set over 13 games in 2019.

    Published: Mon, Oct 17 at 8:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Season-high eight stops in win

    Hooker recorded eight tackles (five solo), including one for loss, during Sunday's 25-10 win over the Commanders.

    Analysis: Hooker recorded a season-high eight stops during the win, falling one short of the team high. The veteran safety has played every defensive snap for the Cowboys over the past three weeks, recording 17 tackles (12 solo). He'll look to build off his season-high performance against the Rams on Sunday.

    Published: Tue, Oct 4 at 7:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returning to Dallas

    Hooker signed a two-year contract Tuesday with the Cowboys, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Hooker emerged as a key member of Dallas' defense down the stretch last season, so his return makes sense for both sides. That being said, the soon-to-be 26-year-old safety still remains off the fantasy radar in all but the deepest of IDP formats.

    Published: Tue, Mar 15 at 7:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated off COVID-19 list

    Hooker (illness) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Hooker tested positive for the virus and was sidelined for the Cowboys' Week 16 blowout win over Washington. However, the fifth-year safety is expected to return to his rotational role during Dallas' Week 17 meeting with the Cardinals. Hooker has played at least 15 defensive snaps in every game he has been active this season.

    Published: Wed, Dec 29 at 12:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on reserve/COVID-19 list

    Hooker (illness) tested positive for the coronavirus Thursday and was moved to the reserve/COVID-19 list, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, Hooker is vaccinated, so he'll still have an outside shot of being available for Sunday's game against Washington if he's deemed asymptomatic of the virus. The fifth-year safety has appeared in 13 games for Dallas this season, tallying 38 tackles and one interception.

    Published: Thu, Dec 23 at 11:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Big performance in Sunday's win

    Hooker recorded six tackles (five solo) and an interception in Sunday's win over the Giants.

    Analysis: The Dallas defense held New York to just two field goals on the afternoon thanks in part to four turnovers, including Hooker's first INT of the year. The former Colt was also one off the team lead in tackles for the game, and he needs just 14 more over the final three games to establish a new career high for a season in that category. Hooker isn't one of the biggest names in the Cowboys' secondary, but he's emerging as a key cog down the stretch.

    Published: Mon, Dec 20 at 10:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns from COVID list

    The Cowboys activated Hooker (undisclosed) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday.

    Analysis: Hooker was sent to the COVID list Monday, but he's now eligible to return to practice immediately Friday. The 25-year-old safety is expected to handle a key defensive role during Sept. 9's regular-season opener in Tampa Bay.

    Published: Fri, Aug 27 at 8:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on COVID list

    Hooker was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Clarence Hill Jr. of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

    Analysis: Hooker was one of three Dallas players added to the league's COVID-19 protocols, along with wide receiver CeeDee Lamb and fellow safety Israel Mukuamu. The Cowboys are hoping to get all three back prior to the Sept. 9 season opener in Tampa Bay.

    Published: Mon, Aug 23 at 4:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially moves to IR

    Hooker (Achilles) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.

    Analysis: The 2017 first-round pick will shift his focus to getting healthy for the 2021 season, and since the Colts declined to pick up Hooker's fifth-year option, he'll become an unrestricted free agent in March if he doesn't agree to an extension. Through 36 career games, Hooker has recorded 124 tackles, 11 pass breakups and seven interceptions.

    Published: Tue, Sep 22 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Done for season

    Hooker has a torn Achilles tendon and will miss the rest of the season, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: This news was essentially known, but an MRI confirmed it. Injuries have plagued Hooker since entering the league as a first-round pick in 2017, as he's already missed 14 of 50 NFL games. After Hooker departed Sunday, rookie third-rounder Julian Blackmon stepped in and played the rest of the game, and he'll likely start at free safety for the rest of the season. Hooker is expected to be placed on IR soon.

    Published: Mon, Sep 21 at 9:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Torn Achilles feared

    Hooker is believed to have a torn Achilles, and he'll have an MRI on Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: While it hasn't been confirmed via MRI, Hooker is expected to miss the rest of the 2020 season. The 2017 first-round pick missed 14 games over his first three seasons in the league, so this is another tough development for the free safety. Either George Odum or Tavon Wilson likely will slot into Hooker's role, although rookie third-rounder Julian Blackmon could be in the mix as well.

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 2:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers injury Sunday

    Hooker (Achilles) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against Minnesota, Andrew Walker of the Colts' official site reports.

    Analysis: It's unclear how Hooker suffered the injury, however, he was forced to leave the contest in the second quarter. As long as he's sidelined, look for George Odum to handle starting free safety duties.

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 11:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Five tackles in season opener

    Hooker had five total tackles in Sunday's loss at Jacksonville.

    Analysis: He struggled in coverage, giving up a touchdown on the one pass targeted at him, according to Pro Football Focus. He also didn't make the big plays the Colts needed on several deep balls. For a player who should be motivated after the Colts declined his fifth-year contract option, it was an inauspicious season opener.

    Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Fifth-year option declined

    Hooker's fifth-year option will not be picked up by the Colts, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Hooker's playmaking ability has been undercut by injury concerns since he joined the Colts in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft, as he has yet to play a full regular-season slate with the team. The 24-year-old now has a chance to boost his market if he logs a career season in 2020, as he's set to become a free agent in 2021. Declining Hooker's fifth-year option doesn't necessarily prevent the Colts from working on a new contract to keep him in house next offseason, but it does put pressure…read more

    Published: Mon, May 4 at 12:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Fifth year uncertain

    Hooker will not have his fifth-year option exercised before the 2020 NFL Draft, Joel Erickson of the IndyStar reports.

    Analysis: Hooker has been a playmaker at times throughout his career, recording seven interceptions across three seasons. However, injuries have plagued the safety throughout his career, as he missed half of his rookie season with an ACL injury and missed three games in 2019 due to a meniscus tear. Those injuries have also hampered his ability to become an effective coverage safety, which might play a part in why the Colts have taken their time in offering an extension.

    Published: Sat, Apr 18 at 11:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Generates 51 stops in 2019

    Hooker registered 51 tackles, three pass breakups and two interceptions over 13 games in 2019.

    Analysis: Hooker missed three games due to a knee injury, but he started all 13 contests he suited up for. The 2017 first-round pick is headed into the final year of his rookie contract if the Colts don't pick up his fifth-year option, but they likely will since he's locked into a starting free safety role in 2020.

    Published: Mon, Jan 27 at 10:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Active in Week 16

    Hooker (hand) is active for Sunday's Week 16 tilt against the Panthers.

    Analysis: The third-year safety had managed to work back to full practice participation Friday, so his active status isn't entirely surprising. Hooker will therefore be out there in his usual starting free safety spot against Panthers rookie quarterback Will Grier, who'll be making his first NFL start Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 8:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Sunday

    Hooker (hand) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers.

    Analysis: Hooker began the week not practicing but progressed to full participation Friday, which should put him on track to play Week 16. The 23-year-old hasn't missed a defensive snap in the last four games and seems likely to play his usual starting role Sunday.

    Published: Fri, Dec 20 at 1:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nursing hand injury

    Hooker was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's estimated injury report.

    Analysis: Hooker apparently sustained the injury during Monday's loss to the Saints, though he still played every defensive snap. The 23-year-old likely will need to practice in some capacity Thursday or Friday to have a chance to suit up Week 16.

    Published: Wed, Dec 18 at 2:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will play Sunday

    Hooker (foot) is officially active for Sunday's matchup against the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Hooker turned in full practice time in Friday's session, so this news isn't quite surprising. The Ohio State product is expected to assume his usual starting role as the team's starting free safety for Week 14 now that he's healthy.

    Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 8:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 14

    Hooker (foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Hooker turned in a limited practice Wednesday, sat out Thursday and put in a full session Friday. The 23-year-old has dealt with knee issues for much of the season, but his current foot problem surfaced this week.

    Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 1:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Generates seven stops

    Hooker recorded seven tackles (two solo) in Thursday's 20-17 loss to the Texans.

    Analysis: Hooker battled a knee injury during the short practice week, but he looked anything but bothered as he achieved a season high in stops. The former first-rounder also had a key tackle on Duke Johnson in the third quarter that forced the Texans to settle for a field goal. Hooker now has 33 tackles, two pass breakups and an interception through eight games.

    Published: Thu, Nov 21 at 9:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices in full Friday

    Hooker (knee) does not have an injury designation heading into Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Hooker missed Thursday's practice but was a full participant Friday. He's made 13 tackles (seven solo) with no interceptions or sacks in three games since returning from meniscus surgery.

    Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 1:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tending to knee issue

    Hooker did not participate in Thursday's practice due to a knee injury.

    Analysis: Hooker underwent surgery to trim his meniscus Sept. 24, and he's received periodic days off from practice since retaking the field Week 8. It remains to be seen whether his current absence signifies anything more than rep management to maintain his health. If he's able to suit up against the Jaguars on Sunday, Hooker stands to play his usual every-down role.

    Published: Thu, Nov 14 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Upgrades to full practice

    Hooker (knee) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Hooker was unable to practice in any capacity Wednesday, but he now appears to have shed his knee issue. Barring any setbacks, the third-year pro looks primed for his usual starting role versus the Dolphins on Sunday.

    Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 1:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unable to practice

    Hooker (knee) didn't practice Wednesday, Andrew Walker of the Colts' official site reports.

    Analysis: Hooker was held out of last Friday's practice but was active for this past Sunday's loss to the Steelers. He logged 56 of a possible 63 snaps (89 percent) in the contest and made five tackles. Hooker was an every-snap player last season, so it appears the Colts are holding him back slightly to help maintain his health. The third-year pro may be on a similar track for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

    Published: Wed, Nov 6 at 2:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to rock

    Hooker (knee) is officially listed as active for Sunday's game against the Steelers.

    Analysis: The 2017 first-round pick was held out entirely of Friday's practice session, so the fact that he's playing is a big positive for the defense. Now that he's officially healthy, expect Hooker to assume his usual role as the team's starting free safety for Week 9.

    Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 8:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Draws questionable tag

    Hooker (knee) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Steelers.

    Analysis: Hooker practiced in full Wednesday, but he was then limited Thursday and held out entirely during Friday's session. It remains to be seen whether the starting safety suffered a setback in his recovery or if his lack of practice is simply a result of rep management.

    Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 12:47pm by Rotowire.com
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