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Buffalo Rumblings fantasy football takes on Jackson Hawes
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All Buffalo Rumblings insights about Jackson Hawes
PositiveBreakoutOct 31, 2026
Bills TE is predicted to score his first TD of 2026 season in Week 8 against Baltimore. Despite zero offensive stats on one target through first six games, Hawes possesses otherworldly blocking ability and capable hands; if Kincaid is unavailable due to chest injury, Hawes leaps into featured role. Fanduel lists +850 odds for anytime TD, +1600 for first-half TD, +1300 for second-half TD, and +25000 for first TD among 1 p.m. EST games. In his last matchup against Baltimore (rookie 2025), Hawes caught his lone target for 29 yards on 16 snaps.NegativeUsageOct 24, 2026
Jackson Hawes played 25 snaps (37%) at tight end in Week 6, serving as a tertiary option in Buffalo's multiple-tight-end offensive packages.NegativeUsageOct 14, 2026
Hawes received 28 offensive snaps in Buffalo's multiple-tight-end formations but did not record receiving production in the game.NegativeUsageOct 14, 2026
Hawes' pass interference penalty scored 1.7 Harm and wiped out a 7-yard catch by Keon Coleman; the source notes this could have cost the Bills a touchdown if they hadn't been bailed out by other Rams penalties on the same drive.NegativeRoleOct 13, 2026
Hawes committed multiple penalties in his blocking tight end role, including a false start that pushed the Bills back in a short-yardage situation and an offensive pass interference that negated a Keon Coleman reception. While the source notes Hawes 'did a nice job in that blocking role, as per usual,' the penalties put a spotlight on his performance and suggest execution issues when asked to do more than his primary blocking assignment.NegativeRoleOct 13, 2026
Hawes committed a false start penalty that pushed the Bills back in a short-yardage situation and an offensive pass interference penalty that negated a Keon Coleman reception. The source notes 'When you're a blocking tight end, it's tough to come in and commit a handful of penalties. Hawes did a nice job in that blocking role, as per usual, but a couple of rough plays put a spotlight on the big mauler.'NegativeRoleOct 6, 2026
Hawes has been minimally involved in the passing game with just one target, but the source notes he remains a menace as an in-line blocker in Buffalo's offense.NegativeUsageOct 6, 2026
Played 14 offensive snaps (24%) and added 10 special-teams snaps (38%), serving as a reserve tight end in Buffalo's four-tight-end rotation.NegativeUsageSep 29, 2026
Hawes played 25 snaps (38%), continuing his role as a secondary tight end option for the third consecutive week alongside Knox and Kincaid.PositiveRoleSep 23, 2026
Hawes has been a blocking savant through two contests, executing reach blocks on elite edge rushers like Danielle Hunter and Aidan Hutchinson, second-level blocks on All-Pro linebacker Jack Campbell, and wash-down blocks on linebackers; as a pass protector, he has been credited with zero pressures allowed on 10 pass-blocking snaps, locking down the edges of Josh Allen's pocket despite zero receiving production through two games.PositiveUsageSep 21, 2026
Jackson Hawes played exactly 50% of Buffalo's 74 offensive snaps (37 snaps) in Week 2; his role extends beyond traditional passing-game production, reflecting Buffalo's heavy investment in multiple tight-end packages.NegativeRoleSep 17, 2026
Hawes continues to serve as a blocking tight end in Joe Brady's offense, allowing Dalton Kincaid to stay on the field in a receiving role without sacrificing the blocking presence the Bills need.PositiveUsageSep 15, 2026
Hawes played 25 snaps (43% of offensive snaps) in Week 1, establishing a clear role as a third tight end in Buffalo's multi-tight-end offensive scheme. The source notes that Buffalo's four tight ends accounted for 110 player-snaps across 58 offensive plays, with 13 personnel (one running back and three tight ends) used on 37% of snaps.PositiveRoleSep 9, 2026
Hawes played 43% of Buffalo's offensive snaps as a rookie and posted an impressive 1.89 YPRR, with Josh Allen recording a 143.7 passer rating when targeting him. His strong Year 1 efficiency and snap share suggest his role will remain intact in 2026 as the Bills lean into their tight end depth alongside Kincaid and Knox in multiple-tight end sets.PositiveRoleSep 2, 2026
Jackson Hawes is one of four tight ends making Buffalo's 53-man roster and is expected to play a significant role this season alongside Dalton Kincaid, Dawson Knox, and Keleki Latu.NegativeRoleSep 2, 2026
Hawes is one of four tight ends kept on Buffalo's active 53-man roster alongside Dalton Kincaid, Dawson Knox, and Keleki Latu; head coach Joe Brady emphasized the team's intent to utilize this 'unique tight end room' to build diverse offensive structures and deploy 10 and 20 personnel sets.NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026
Jackson Hawes is retained as a tight end on the Bills' initial 53-man roster for the 2026 season; the Bills notably kept four tight ends total.PositiveRoleAug 17, 2026
Jackson Hawes, a fifth-round pick, played 43% of offensive snaps as a rookie and turned in a strong first NFL season; the source identifies untapped receiving potential in Hawes and notes he has the game to serve as a lead-blocking fullback when needed, positioning him as a key reserve tight end.PositiveRoleAug 15, 2026
Tight end Jackson Hawes is identified as one of the Bills' most important players on offense in 2026, with the source explaining why he will play an important role on offense this year.PositiveProjectionAug 10, 2026
Hawes played 43% of offensive snaps as a rookie and turned in a strong first NFL season for a fifth-round pick; there is untapped receiving potential in him, and he has the game to serve as a lead-blocking fullback when needed, positioning him as a key depth piece.NegativeRoleAug 3, 2026
Rookie Jackson Hawes dropped a pass during red-zone work in rain-soaked practice conditions, indicating early-camp ball-security issues in difficult weather.NegativeProjectionAug 3, 2026
Unless you play in a fantasy football league that rewards blockers, Hawes likely isn't someone you should pick. However, if you were starting a real football team, Hawes is exactly the kind of tight end you want on your side. He's a lock for the roster and his role is clear moving forward. There's room for growth as a receiver, and Hawes already showed reliable hands in a small sample size last year.PositiveRoleAug 3, 2026
Hawes played 43% of the Bills' snaps on offense during the 2025 regular season and made eight starts in his rookie year. He caught 16 passes for 187 yards and three touchdowns on 19 targets. Pro Football Focus called Hawes Buffalo's 'secret superstar,' earning him an 83.1 overall grade, which was second among all rookies and second behind only Josh Allen on Buffalo's entire offense.PositiveProjectionAug 3, 2026
Hawes is slated to go into the 2026 season in essentially the same role he had in 2025, as the run-block tight end who likely replaces Kincaid in the Bills' 22 personnel grouping. With Reggie Gilliam now with the New England Patriots, there's even a chance Hawes does some work out of the backfield in an H-Back or fullback alignment. Head coach Joe Brady and offensive coordinator Pete Carmichael have options, and even if Hawes stays steady and plays around 40% of the offensive snaps again, the source expects he'll be a big part of what the team wants to do.NegativeRoleJul 26, 2026
The second-year tight end is projected for 11 receptions and 110 yards in 2026. While Hawes may see more playing time this season, his fantasy value comes from his work as a blocking tight end rather than receiving production.PositiveBreakoutJul 22, 2026
Hawes is a Year 2 tight end who quietly averaged 1.82 yards per route run on 102 routes as a rookie—an elite-level receiving efficiency metric despite the small sample size. He played 43% of snaps in his rookie season and could eclipse 50% in 2026 even if Dalton Kincaid stays healthy. Zachariason expects Hawes to demonstrate athleticism and sure-handedness in camp to garner more looks in the pass game, mostly underneath. Hawes' presence won't telegraph play intentions as much as Kincaid, and his growth potential resides in the receiving game rather than blocking, where his true strength won't be fully displayed in training camp.NegativeUsageJul 22, 2026
Received 5 first-read targets in 2025 (0.29 per game, 1.6% of team's total). Minimal role in the Bills' spread offensive approach in 2025.PositiveUsageJul 22, 2026
Scored a second half touchdown in the Bills' fourth-quarter offensive surge; one of two touchdown conversions on four fourth-down attempts.