Leads team in receiving versus Jets

Amendola caught five of seven targets for 47 yards during Sunday's 13-6 win over the Jets.

Analysis: Amendola led the team in targets, catches and receiving yardage, generating a long gain of 26 yards. Unfortunately, he compiled just 21 yards with his other four grabs en route to another underwhelming performance. Amendola continues to serve as a security blanket of sorts for Brock Osweiler, but that rarely turns into useful fantasy production. With that said, he could be busy in Week 10 as his team tries to keep pace with the Packers.

Five grabs, TD pass in Week 8 loss

Amendola brought in five of six targets for 43 yards in the Dolphins' 42-23 loss to the Texans on Thursday. He also threw one pass for 28 yards and a touchdown.

Analysis: Amendola checked in a distant second to DeVante Parker in receptions and receiving yardage for the night. The 32-year-old also completed a 28-yard touchdown pass to Kenyan Drake on a trick play. The 10-year veteran has stepped up his PPR value over the last trio of games, as he's logged between five and eight receptions in those contests. Although his current 9.6 YPC ranks as his lowest since 2014, Amendola should continue serving as one of the most dependable targets for whomever is under…read more

Cleared to play Thursday

Amendola (shoulder) doesn't carry an injury designation for Thursday's game against the Texans after being listed as a full participant in Wednesday's walk-through.

Analysis: With Albert Wilson (hip) on injured reserve and Kenny Stills (groin) ruled out, Amendola should be busy in Week 8, assuming no in-game setbacks with his shoulder. Meanwhile, DeVante Parker and Jakeem Grant should also see their roles in the Miami offense expand due to the team's current injury woes. Over his last two outings, Amendola has combined for 14 catches on 18 targets for 143 yards and a touchdown.

Remains limited Tuesday

Amendola (shoulder) was listed as limited on Tuesday's estimated injury report, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.

Analysis: Though Amendola was limited for the second straight day, the assumption is the Dolphins are just being cautious with the receiver due to the quick turnaround between games. With Kenny Stills (groin) and Albert Wilson (hip) already ruled out for Thursday's game against the Texans, Amendola looks set to serve as the Dolphins' No. 1 receiver coming off a Week 7 performance against the Lions in which he registered a season-high 84 receiving yards to go along with his first touchdown of the campaign.

Tending to shoulder injury

Amendola (shoulder) is listed as limited on the Dolphins' injury report Monday, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.

Analysis: Coming off his best performance as a Dolphin -- six catches (on seven targets) for 84 yards and a touchdown Sunday against the Lions -- Amendola will have a health issue to contend with in advance of Thursday's visit to Houston. With Kenny Stills (groin, DNP) and Albert Wilson (hip, DNP) also dealing with injuries, Amendola could be a bigger part of the passing attack than normal Thursday.

Scores first touchdown in aqua

Amendola caught six of seven targets for 84 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 32-21 loss to Detroit.

Analysis: Amendola helped bring the Dolphins within a score midway through the fourth quarter, nabbing a 24-yard touchdown between multiple defenders following a Brock Osweiler scramble. Amendola's game-high six receptions extended his team lead for the season to 30. Rumors of the potential departure of DeVante Parker (quadriceps), who was a scratch on Sunday, will fuel speculation of a potential value bump for Amendola, but Parker hasn't really been enough of a factor in Miami to expect teammates to…read more

Catches eight balls in Week 6 win

Amendola caught eight of 11 targets for 59 yards in Sunday's 31-28 overtime win over the Bears.

Analysis: Amendola led the team in targets and catches with Brock Osweiler filling in for the injured Ryan Tannehill (shoulder) under center, though nobody benefited more from the change at quarterback than Albert Wilson (155 receiving yards, two touchdowns). Regardless of who starts under center for Miami against the Lions in Week 7, Amendola's relevance will likely be limited mostly to deeper PPR formats.

Leads team in targets during loss

Amendola nabbed three of four targets for 30 yards during Miami's 27-17 loss to the Bengals on Sunday.

Analysis: Amendola once again served as Ryan Tannehill's preferred checkdown target. The veteran wideout made an impressive contested catch for a 16-yard gain to move the chains on third down, but otherwise didn't make much noise against Cincinnati. With DeVante Parker (quadriceps) nearing a return, Amendola could receive a smaller share of targets in Week 6 and beyond.

Quiet in Week 4 loss

Amendola brought in two of three targets for 21 yards in the Dolphins' 38-7 loss to the Patriots on Sunday.

Analysis: Amendola's first game against his former team was largely forgettable, as Miami logged a lackluster offensive performance and failed to do any damage through the passing game, with no receiver going over 50 yards. Though the Dolphins will look to bounce back against the Bengals in Week 5, Amendola remains a low-upside fantasy option. The 32-year-old has yet to surpass 42 yards or record a touchdown this season.

Posts 42 yards

Amendola caught all three targets for 42 yards in Sunday's 28-20 win over the Raiders.

Analysis: Amendola's 42 yards serve as his highest total of the season, and the 32-year-old still has yet to find the end zone. He serves mostly as a check-down target for Ryan Tannehill and doesn't seem to be in the mix for deep-ball targets. Amendola remains a mid-floor, low-ceiling play in PPR formats.

Avoids concussion in win

Amendola did not suffer a concussion during Miami's 20-12 victory over the Jets, Adam Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.

Analysis: Amendola exited Sunday's game after receiving a hit from Jets safety Jamal Adams, but reportedly was not concussed. The 32-year-old has sustained at least three concussions in his NFL career. Amendola managed to log a team-high four catches for 32 yards Week 2, despite being sidelined for a significant amount of time.

Catches four passes in opener

Amendola reeled in four of six targets for 26 yards in Sunday's victory against the Titans.

Analysis: Amendola was primarily targeted on short routes Week 1, resulting in a poor yards per reception. The 32-year-old likely will continue to see most of his targets in the slot, resulting in a low fantasy ceiling. Unless Amendola receives a substantially larger target share going forward, he seems unlikely to carry much fantasy upside. It's still worth tracking whether Amendola sees more usage on the outside against the Jets on Sunday.

Finds end zone in loss

Amendola brought in two of four targets for 23 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 27-10 preseason loss to the Ravens on Saturday.

Analysis: Amendola capped off an impressive eight-play, 75-yard opening drive for the Dolphins by hauling in a 16-yard touchdown pass from Ryan Tannehill. The veteran possession receiver is expected to have a key role in the coming season, but he could see a particularly robust workload in the regular-season opener against the Titans should DeVante Parker (hand) miss the contest.

Held to two catches

Amendola caught both of his targets for 12 yards in Friday's preseason game against the Panthers.

Analysis: Amendola had six-yard gains on consecutive snaps in the first quarter, but he otherwise took a back seat to Albert Wilson (seven targets) and Jakeem Grant (five). The 32-year-old is expected to open the season as Miami's regular slot receiver, but he may lose some snaps to Wilson, who seems to be prepping for a super-sub role. The receiver logjam will clear up if DeVante Parker has issues with the broken finger that caused him to miss Friday's game.

Getting first-team reps

Amendola has been getting most of the first-team reps ahead of fellow offseason acquisition Albert Wilson, Armando Salguero of The Miami Herald reports.

Analysis: With starting outside receivers Kenny Stills and DeVante Parker returning, it seemed a bit odd when the Dolphins handed sizable contracts to both Amendola and Wilson this offseason. It seems the latter has been the odd man out so far, though his ability to play both inside and outside could allow for an interesting role as the top backup at all three receiver spots. Amendola, on the other hand, has long been a slot specialist, typically playing less than 20 percent of his snaps outside. The…read more

Amendola has officially signed with the Dolphins, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.

Analysis: Per the Boston Globe, Amendola's deal is for two years and worth $12 million. After having re-worked his deal with the Patriots prior to each of the last three seasons, the 32-year-old slot man will now cash in with his new deal with the Dolphins. From a fantasy perspective, Amendola could provide a degree of utility in PPR formats, as Miami looks to fill the void created by the departure of the target-gobbling Jarvis Landry, but he'll have some competition to that end. DeVante Parker and…read more

Headed for Miami

Amendola is on track to sign with the Dolphins, NFL.com reports.

Analysis: Amendola has on previous occasions re-worked his contract in order to stay with the Patriots, but this time around, the 32-year-old will look to parlay the 61-catch effort he turned in last season into a solid payday in free agency. The Dolphins are also adding Albert Wilson to their pass-catching mix, but there are looks to be had in the Miami offense, with slot stalwart Jarvis Landry -- who logged a league-high 112 catches on 161 targets in 2017 -- having been traded to the Browns.

Amendola brought in eight of 11 targets for 152 yards during the Patriots' 41-33 loss to the Eagles in Super Bowl LII on Sunday.

Analysis: Both Amendola's reception and receiving yardage totals paced all receivers, and he also had a team-high 50-yard catch down the left sideline on a blown coverage late in the first quarter. The sure-handed pass catcher's effort Sunday capped off a spectacular postseason, one that saw him bring in 26 of 33 targets for 348 yards and two touchdowns over three games. The 32-year-old's regular season was solid in its own right, as he eclipsed the 60-catch mark for the fourth time in his career while…read more

Pair of TD grabs in conference-clinching win

Amendola brought in seven of nine targets for 84 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 24-20 AFC championship game win over the Jaguars. He completed his sole pass attempt for 20 yards, rushed once for three yards and gained 25 yards on two punt returns.

Analysis: Amendola paced the Patriots in targets while sharing the team lead in receptions with Dion Lewis, and he even had a nifty 20-yard completion to the latter on a trick play that culminated in a lost fumble. However, it was his outstanding work in the red zone that helped vault New England into its second straight Super Bowl. The veteran possession man capped off two fourth-quarter scoring drives with touchdown grabs, the first a nine-yarder with 8:44 remaining. Amendola had a total of three…read more

Amendola carved up the Titans defense for 11 catches and 112 yards on 13 targets in Saturday's 35-14 divisional-round win over the Titans.

Analysis: Amendola consistently dominated underneath, as he led New England in targets, catches and yards despite failing to gain more than 25 yards on any single play. His most important catch was an 11-yarder with one second left before halftime to set up a field-goal attempt. Amendola's rapport with Tom Brady should allow the duo to thrive next week, even with a top-five pass defense coming to town regardless of whether Jacksonville or Pittsburgh prevails Sunday.

Amendola caught four of his seven targets for 43 yards in Sunday's 26-6 win over the Jets.

Analysis: With fellow wideout Chris Hogan (shoulder) presumably on track to return to action in the playoffs, Amendola figures to see less snaps than either Brandin Cooks or Chris Hogan, but he'll still bring modest PPR utility to the table, in his role out of the slot. In terms of his fantasy upside in playoff formats, Amendola's value is hit-or-miss, given that his weekly target share will be game-flow dependent.

Amendola caught all three of his targets for 28 yards in Sunday's 37-16 win over the Bills.

Analysis: Sunday's win was largely powered by the team's run game, led by Dion Lewis, who rushed for 129 yards. For the second game in a row, Amendola didn't make much of a fantasy splash, and in his current role in the offense, he brings modest PPR utility to the table, with the slot man's weekly target share game-flow dependent.

Amendola caught two of his four targets for 23 yards in Sunday's 27-24 win over the Steelers.

Analysis: With Chris Hogan (shoulder) out Sunday, Amendola was on the field for 37 of the Patriots' 60 snaps on offense in Week 15, but the return of target-gobbling tight end Rob Gronkowski (nine catches on 13 targets) contributed to Amendola seeing less attention from QB Tom Brady than he did in Week 14, when the slot man hauled in six of nine targets for 76 yards. Looking ahead, Amendola figures to remain involved in the Patriots' passing attack next weekend against the Bills, but both Gronkowski and…read more

Amendola caught six of nine targets for 76 yards in Monday night's 27-20 loss to the Dolphins.

Analysis: Amendola led the Patriots across the board in receiving on a night when the team's passing game as a whole struggled with Brandin Cooks blanketed and Rob Gronkowski suspended. With those two nearly non-factors, Amendola was able to produce his third game of over 75 yards this season and also caught a pass of 25-plus yards for the second straight game. Although New England figures to get Cooks more involved while welcoming Gronk back this Sunday in Pittsburgh, Amendola's outing Monday gives him…read more

Amendola could take on some extra work Monday against the Dolphins while Rob Gronkowski serves a one-game suspension, Jeff Howe of The Boston Herald reports.

Analysis: Amendola has a mixed track record over the years without Gronkowski in the lineup, but the veteran slot receiver did come up big when his teammate missed Week 4 against the Bucs, catching all eight of his targets for 77 yards while logging a season-high snap share of 74 percent. On the other hand, Amendola was essentially invisible last season until the Super Bowl, even though Gronkowski missed the second half of the year. With Chris Hogan (shoulder) potentially returning and the Patriots…read more

Amendola was on the field for 32 of 70 snaps on offense in Sunday's 23-3 win over the Bills, ESPN's Mike Reiss reports.

Analysis: In the process, Amendola caught two of his four targets for 34 yards, en route to his second straight modest fantasy output. Amendola still has the trust of QB Tom Brady, a reality that should result in more productive outings for him in the coming weeks, when game-flows require more of the veteran wideout's chain-moving skills than they did against the Bills on Sunday.

Amendola (knee) does not carry an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Bills.

Analysis: Amendola has been managing a knee issue in practice of late, but he'll be out there Sunday while fellow wideout Chris Hogan (shoulder) remains sidelined. Though Amendola isn't a high-percentage play in TD-heavy formats, he is a candidate to bounce back from his one-catch (on four targets) effort in Week 12's win over the Dolphins. His involvement in the Patriots' passing game hasn't yielded eye-popping numbers this season, but more often than not the veteran slot man provides a degree of PPR…read more

Amendola (knee) was limited at Wednesday's practice.

Analysis: Given that Amendola has been limited at practice lately, we'll operate under the assumption that his status for Sunday's game against the Bills is not in question. The same can't be said of fellow wideout Chris Hogan (shoulder), who did not practice Wednesday. In the event that Hogan remains sidelined this weekend, Amendola, while working in the slot, figures to be in a decent position to bounce back from his one-catch effort against the Dolphins in Week 12.

Amendola (knee) brought in one of four targets for 15 yards in Sunday's 35-17 win over the Dolphins. He also fumbled once and returned three punts for four yards.

Analysis: Amendola was somewhat of the forgotten man on an afternoon when Brandin Cooks and Rob Gronkowski combined for 11 receptions for 165 yards and three scores. The veteran possession man has posted receiving yardage totals in the teens in three of his past five games, but as with many other of the Patriots' skill position players, his numbers could also bounce right back on any given week. Amendola will look to do precisely that against the Bills in Week 13.

Amendola (knee) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

Analysis: With Chris Hogan (shoulder) still sidelined, both Amendola (who hauled in eight of his nine targets for 66 yards and a TD in Week 11's win over the Raiders) and field-stretching wideout Brandin Cooks figure to be busy in Sunday's contest. Amendola is of note more so in PPR formats.

Amendola (knee), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, is expected to play in the contest, a source informed Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

Analysis: An official ruling on Amendola's status should come 90 minutes before the 1 p.m. EDT kickoff, but the wideout has never been considered in much jeopardy of missing the game, despite practicing in a limited fashion all week. With Chris Hogan (shoulder) sidelined for a third consecutive game, Amendola could continue to benefit from added looks after parlaying a season-high nine targets in the Week 11 win over the Raiders into eight receptions for 66 yards and a touchdown.

Amendola (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins after practicing in a limited fashion all week.

Analysis: We'd be very surprised if Amendola wasn't available in Week 12 and with Chris Hogan (shoulder) still sidelined, both Amendola and fellow wideout Brandin Cooks figure to be busy in Sunday's contest.

Amendola (knee) was limited at Wednesday's practice.

Analysis: Amendola has been limited at practice of late, but there's no reason to believe that his Week 12 status is in any danger. The same can't be said of fellow wideout Chris Hogan (shoulder), who missed Wednesday's practice. If Hogan remains sidelined this weekend, Amendola could be busy Sunday against the Dolphins.

Amendola caught eight of nine pass attempts for 66 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 33-8 win over the Raiders.

Analysis: With Chris Hogan (shoulder) missing a second straight week, Amendola stepped up and was one yard shy of equaling his output from the past three games combined. The nine targets were the most he's seen on the season and good enough for a share of the team lead on the day with Brandin Cooks. If Hogan is forced to miss another game, the Texas Tech product could be in line for similar work against Miami in Week 12.

Amendola (dehydration) returned to Sunday's game against the Raiders.

Analysis: Amendola had been deemed questionable to return to the game by the Patriots, but was able to return to the contest after re-hydrating. He's playing a key role in the Patriots' Week 11 offense, with fellow wideout Chris Hogan (shoulder) sidelined.

Amendola (dehydration) is considered questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Raiders, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: With the Patriots up big in the game, which is being played in the context of the high altitude of Mexico City, Amendola may end up being held out as a precaution. Prior to his exit from Sunday's game, Amendola had caught six of his seven targets for 51 yards and a TD.

Amendola (knee) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Raiders.

Analysis: With wideout Chris Hogan (shoulder) still sidelined, Amendola figures to remain a key cog in the Patriots' passing offense in Week 11. Amendola hauled in four passes for a modest total of 36 yards while logging 27 snaps in last weekend's win over the Broncos, but on paper at least, the Raiders present him with a less daunting matchup this Sunday.

Amendola (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Raiders.

Analysis: Though Amendola was limited at practice all of last week, he still suited up for the Patriots' Week 10 contest against the Broncos. That's a scenario that we expect to be repeated versus the Raiders in Mexico City on Sunday. With fellow receiver Chris Hogan (shoulder) ruled out again, Amendola's fantasy prospects could brighten in Week 11 with a less daunting pass defense to contend with. Amendola hauled in all four of his targets for 36 yards while logging 27 snaps in last week's 41-16 win…read more

Amendola (knee) was limited at Wednesdays practice.

Analysis: Amendola was limited at practice all of last week, but still suited up for Week 10's win over the Broncos. There's no reason to believe that his limitations this Wednesday put him in any danger of missing Sunday's game against the Raiders, but we'll let you know if that assessment changes.

Amendola (knee) logged 27 out of a possible 70 snaps on offense in Sunday's 41-16 win over the Broncos, ESPN's Mike Reiss reports.

Analysis: In the process, Amendola caught all four of his targets for 36 yards, with the absence of fellow wideout Chris Hogan not really yielding the Patriots' slot man any added opportunities in Week 10. Amendola's fantasy prospects could brighten next Sunday though, with a less daunting pass defense to contend with when the Patriots take on the Raiders in Mexico City.

Amendola (knee) is listed as active for Sunday night's game against the Broncos.

Analysis: With fellow wideout Chris Hogan (shoulder) out this week, look for Amendola to see his share of Week 10 looks out of the slot, while Phillip Dorsett seems bound to see an uptick in snaps, working on the outside opposite Brandin Cooks. Overall, the Broncos pass defense has been tough, but last Sunday, the unit allowed Carson Wentz to toss four TDs in the Eagles' 51-23 win over the Broncos.

The Patriots expect Amendola (knee) to play Sunday against the Broncos, a source informed Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: Amendola's knee injury limited him in practice throughout the week, prompting the Patriots to label him as questionable ahead of the Week 10 matchup. The slot man doesn't appear to be in much danger of missing the contest, however, and could see his role within the Patriots' offense grow Sunday with the team down a key target in Chris Hogan (shoulder).

Amendola (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday night's game against the Broncos after practicing in a limited fashion all week.

Analysis: Amendola worked through a hyperextended knee in Week 8 and then was afforded some added rest time last week with the Patriots on bye. Despite the official questionable designation for Sunday night's contest, we suspect that the veteran pass catcher is closer to the "probable" injury status that the NFL once utilized but has since ditched. With fellow wideout Chris Hogan out this week, it's not hard to imagine Amendola seeing his share of Week 10 targets out of the slot, while Phillip Dorsett…read more