5 most explosive players on the 2023 Minnesota Vikings

Player No. 4

T.J. Hockenson - TE

The Vikings traded for T.J. Hockenson at the deadline last year, and he made an instant impact. He worked hard studying the playbook the minute he arrived and was able to produce in the first game where he sported that beautiful white horn on his helmet.

In year two, with the same offense, and a full offseason to soak it in, Hockenson's numbers should increase significantly. It didn't take him long to form a rapport with Kirk Cousins last year. Now, when they work together a full offseason, they could get to the point where a little head nod or gesture will allow the other to know what the one is thinking, and defenses won't see it coming.

Another factor that'll help Hockenson have even better numbers in his second season with the Vikings will be the addition of Jordan Addison and Josh Oliver.

There are so many weapons on the Vikings' offense that defenses won't know who to cover and won't be able to double-team Hockenson. This should allow him to run freely across the middle or down the seam, allowing him to create explosive plays for the offense.

Hockenson made a huge impact on Minnesota in year one. This year he'll take that to the next level and easily be one of the most explosive players on this Vikings' roster.