T.J. Hockenson receives Ed Block Courage Award for recovery following knee surgery
Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson speaks at a news conference on Friday, an. 3, 2025. (KSTP)
The Minnesota Vikings on Friday announced tight end T.J. Hockenson will receive the team’s 2024 Ed Block Courage Award — an honor given to a player from each team who “exemplifies commitment to the principles of sportsmanship and courage.”
Hockenson — coming off a knee surgery that cut his 2023 season short — made his 2024 debut on Nov. 3. He went on to play in 10 games, reeling in 41 receptions for 455 receiving yards. He was also named as a Pro Bowl alternate despite his truncated season.
Recent Ed Block Courage Award winners for the Vikings include offensive tackle Brian O’Neill, wide receiver Blake Proehl and linebacker Anthony Barr.