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PositiveRoleSep 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

With A.J. Brown placed on injured reserve, Hollins stands to benefit in snap rate and route participation rate in his absence.

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PositiveRoleSep 15, 2026NBC Sports Rotoworld

Hollins stands to benefit in snap rate and route participation rate in A.J. Brown's absence, though slot-man DeMario Douglas led the team in route rate in Week 1's loss to the Seahawks.

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NegativeUsageSep 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Hollins was targeted in the Patriots-Seahawks game but had the pass intercepted by Josh Jobe in the game-winning play for Seattle, showing he was involved in the Patriots' passing game despite the loss.

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PositiveValueSep 15, 2026BDGE Fantasy Football

Emma Johnson identifies Mack Hollins as the most interesting waiver wire option in the Patriots' passing game, noting he could occupy a possession role while AJ Brown is sidelined. However, she remains cautious about his overall upside due to the team's tendency to spread targets around.

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PositiveProjectionSep 15, 2026ESPN Fantasy Football

Mack Hollins entered the rest-of-season rankings after Week 1, replacing rookies who left the rankings. The source describes him as a wily veteran with the New England Patriots.

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PositiveDepth ChartSep 15, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

With A.J. Brown sidelined by a high ankle sprain for at least four to six weeks, Mack Hollins moves up the Patriots' depth chart and gains increased opportunity.

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NegativeUsageSep 15, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Hollins caught four passes for 51 yards in Week 1 but the source is concerned about the Patriots' passing game depth with A.J. Brown out. Hollins is part of a group that needs to step forward to provide reliable targets for Drake Maye.

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PositiveRoleSep 15, 2026Big Blue View

Mack Hollins is worth considering as a waiver target while A.J. Brown is out. He was open whenever Drake Maye needed him to be in Week 1, suggesting he has a role in the Patriots' passing game.

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PositiveUsageSep 15, 2026Pats Pulpit

Veteran wide receiver led all Patriots receivers in Week 1 with 50 snaps and 51 receiving yards, positioning him to see more opportunities with A.J. Brown sidelined. Head coach Mike Vrabel praised Hollins' consistency, noting that the quarterback knows he will be in the right spot and that the team is comfortable moving him around multiple positions. Vrabel's confidence in Hollins' reliability and ability to execute suggests he will remain a focal point in the passing attack.

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PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026ESPN Fantasy Football

With A.J. Brown sidelined for at least six weeks due to ankle injury, Hollins will compete with Romeo Doubs and DeMario Douglas for targets from Drake Maye. Hollins ranked third among Patriots in both targets and receptions last season, giving him a track record of production.

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PositiveProjectionSep 14, 2026ESPN Fantasy Football

Hollins will compete with Romeo Doubs and DeMario Douglas for targets with A.J. Brown sidelined for at least six weeks; Hollins has caught passes from myriad passers over a nine-year career for seven franchises and ranked third among Patriots in both targets and receptions last season, making him a viable option.

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PositiveUsageSep 14, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

After A.J. Brown's injury, Hollins played 89% of snaps and received 4 targets (3-42-0). He topped 80% snap share in 11 personnel and was among the primary beneficiaries of Brown's departure, with the source listing him in the stock up category.

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PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026RotoWire

Mack Hollins is expected to benefit from A.J. Brown's injury in terms of snap share; he recorded four catches for 51 yards in his most recent outing.

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NegativeRoleSep 14, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Mack Hollins is one of the receivers who will need to step up for the New England Patriots in the absence of A.J. Brown, who is out at least six weeks with an ankle injury.

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PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026Pats Pulpit

Named as part of Patriots' lead outside wide receiver group in A.J. Brown's absence; will see extended action alongside Romeo Doubs and Kyle Williams in Week 2 home opener against Pittsburgh.

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PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mack Hollins will be part of the Patriots' outside wide receiver group stepping in with A.J. Brown out for six weeks. Hollins will see extended action starting Sunday against Pittsburgh in the Patriots' home opener.

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PositiveUsageSep 14, 2026Pats Pulpit

Mack Hollins was a go-to target for Drake Maye on the final drive and finished the game with a team-high 51 receiving yards. However, he was involved in the game-losing interception, failing to properly clean out space underneath for Hunter Henry.

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NegativeUsageSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mack Hollins was a go-to target for Drake Maye on the final drive and finished the game with a team-high 51 receiving yards. However, he was involved on the game-losing interception, failing to properly clean out space underneath for Hunter Henry.

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PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

With AJ Brown out for six weeks, Hollins is set for a major workload. He finished Week 1 with five targets, four receptions, and 51 receiving yards on 70% of offensive snaps (team-high for Patriots wide receivers). The source notes that with Romeo Doubs looking lackluster, Hollins could be the Patriots' main guy moving forward.

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PositiveUsageSep 13, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Mack Hollins will see a few more targets with A.J. Brown sidelined for six weeks and could be a possible flex option in fantasy leagues.

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PositiveRoleSep 13, 2026Pats Pulpit

Mack Hollins will continue to be counted on as a key receiver for the Patriots moving forward without A.J. Brown. The source notes Hollins will be relied upon as the offense adjusts to Brown's four-week absence.

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PositiveRoleSep 13, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mack Hollins elevated to next player up at X receiver spot following A.J. Brown's placement on injured reserve, positioning him for increased opportunity.

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PositiveProjectionSep 12, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Hollins was targeted late in the game with 26 seconds remaining and the Patriots trailing by a field goal. Drake Maye forced a pass to Hollins in the end zone, floating the target short, which allowed Seahawks cornerback Josh Jobe to intercept the ball and seal the game. The play was supposed to be a quick-game concept, but the execution broke down.

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PositiveUsageSep 12, 2026Pats Pulpit

Targeted on the final offensive play of the game with 26 seconds remaining and the Patriots trailing by a field goal; Maye forced a pass to Hollins in the end zone, floating the target short, which allowed Seahawks cornerback Josh Jobe to haul in the game-sealing interception. The play was supposed to be a quick-game concept, but the execution broke down.

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PositiveUsageSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Hollins led the Patriots with 51 receiving yards and made a crucial 19-yard catch on second-and-21 in the final drive to keep New England's comeback hopes alive against Seattle.

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PositiveUsageSep 11, 2026Field Gulls

Patriots WR led the team with 51 receiving yards and caught a crucial 19-yard pass from Drake Maye in the final drive on a second-and-21 situation that kept New England's chances alive.

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PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

With A.J. Brown sidelined through at least Week 5, the Patriots will need to find a replacement at WR1. Mack Hollins is mentioned as a potential answer to fill the void left by Brown's absence and the recent trade of Kayshon Boutte.

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NegativeRoleSep 11, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Positioned as a potential replacement option for the Patriots WR1 role with A.J. Brown sidelined through at least Week 5. The source raises Hollins as a candidate to step into the void left by Brown's injury and the team's trade of Kayshon Boutte, though the framing suggests uncertainty about whether he is the definitive answer.

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PositiveUsageSep 11, 2026Pats Pulpit

Inside/out receiver candidate for increased targets with A.J. Brown out. Combined with DeMario Douglas, targeted 12 times on Wednesday (practice). Hollins alone received four throws on final drive in Week 1, including the interception that sealed the loss, indicating Drake Maye's willingness to target him.

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PositiveUsageSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Inside/out receiver targeted 12 times combined with DeMario Douglas on Week 1 vs. Seattle; received four throws on final drive including ill-fated interception. Positioned to see increased looks from QB Drake Maye with A.J. Brown sidelined.

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PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mack Hollins earned Drake Maye's trust in big moments during the Week 1 opener and could become the most valuable receiver on the Patriots in A.J. Brown's absence. Maye showed more confidence in Hollins and the remaining receiver group he had already developed rapport with, suggesting Hollins may emerge as a key target despite being third on the depth chart.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mack Hollins is among the remaining wideouts on the Patriots 53-man roster behind Romeo Doubs in the receiver depth chart following A.J. Brown's injury.

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PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Pats Pulpit

Emerged as the unlikeliest of heroes in Week 1 loss to Seahawks, stepping up as a key contributor after AJ Brown left the game with injury. The source identifies Hollins as one of the few bright spots in an otherwise disastrous offensive performance, highlighting his unexpected role elevation in the absence of the team's top receiver.

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PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Pats Pulpit

Expected to continue heavy involvement in WR rotation following A.J. Brown injury; has good chemistry with QB Drake Maye; positioned as key part of Patriots' receiving group over coming games.

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PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Hollins will continue to be heavily involved in the Patriots' passing attack following A.J. Brown's high-ankle sprain. He has demonstrated good chemistry with quarterback Drake Maye, positioning him as a key target in the absence of Brown.

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PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Reddit /r/fantasyfootball

Mentioned as potential beneficiary with AJ Brown sidelined; comment notes 'I also like the idea of Mack Hollins tbh. With Brown sidelined. He appeared to be a go to Maye.' Positioned as secondary option in 49ers WR depth chart.

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PositiveNewsSep 11, 2026Zain Dhanani

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We were not ready for the Mack Hollins vs Romeo Doubs debate as early as Week 2

We were not ready for the Mack Hollins vs Romeo Doubs debate as early as Week 2

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PositiveRoleSep 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mack Hollins stepped up after A.J. Brown's reported high-ankle sprain, contributing positively in the Patriots' Week 1 loss to the Seahawks.

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PositiveUsageSep 10, 2026Field Gulls

Mack Hollins was the Patriots' primary target on critical fourth-down conversions in the final drive: he gained 19 yards on 2nd and 21, then converted again on 4th and 9 when the Seahawks dropped seven in coverage but left him unaccounted for, and converted once more to the 16-yard line, keeping the Patriots' game-tying drive alive.

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PositiveUsageSep 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Hollins converted multiple crucial third and fourth down situations for the Patriots in the final drive, including a 19-yard gain on second and 21, and two additional conversions including one to the 16-yard line, demonstrating clutch receiving ability when the game was on the line.

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