It feels like every week, a new pass catcher steps up for the Patriots, and during New England’s 26-20 win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday, tight end Hunter Henry put on a show.
Henry had a standout performance, recording seven receptions for 115 yards and scoring one touchdown. After the game, reporters asked quarterback Drake Maye how valuable Henry was in consistently coming through for the team.
“It’s a new guy every week,” Maye said on Sunday. “He’s a great player in this league. He and Hoop (Austin Hooper) give us a one-two punch at the tight end position, whether it be running the football or in the passing game. They do a great job, and Hunter is ‘Mr. Consistent.’ He is every week.”
New England’s offense only found the end zone once, but Henry did help lead the Patriots down th field on a handful of drives to set up field goals for kicker Andres Borregales.
If Henry can consistently put up good performances, or at least be a threat, that could open up the offense for receivers like Stefon Diggs and Kayshon Boutte.
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Henry will be looking to continue his success when the Patriots take on the New York Giants next Monday.
