Fantasy Player Profile Johnny Mundt
Mundt
College: Oregon
'21 1.90 91
@CHI: #4 vs opposing TE - 8.86 FPA
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12 NE
13 NYJ
14 @DET
18 @CHI
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6 @MIA,
8 ARI,
10 @BUF,
12 NE,
13 NYJ,
14 @DET,
18 @CHI,
Short-yardage receiver in 2022
Mundt caught 19 of 21 targets for 140 yards and a touchdown while playing in all 17 games during the 2022 regular season.
Analysis: Mundt saw by far the most extensive playing time of his career after following Vikings first-year coach Kevin O'Connell to Minnesota this past offseason. The 28-year-old tight end also accumulated more receptions and receiving yards than he did over the first six seasons of his career with the Rams. Mundt still finished the season in a reserve role behind prolific receiving tight end T.J. Hockenson, who was acquired via trade from Detroit midway through the season. With 2019 second-round pick…read more
Earns catch Sunday
Mundt caught his only target for a 12-yard gain in Sunday's 27-22 win over the Jets.
Analysis: Mundt operated as the team's No. 2 tight end behind T.J. Hockenson, seeing the field for 24 snaps on offense. It was the 28-year-old's third consecutive game with a reception. He'll likely play a similar role Week 14 against the Lions.
Minimal role with new TE
Mundt had one reception for one yard in Sunday's win at Washington.
Analysis: Mundt played 15 snaps on offense and went out on four routes. T.J. Hockenson had nine receptions and played on 60 snaps, so Mundt didn't see any short-term bump in playing time while Hockenson got acclimated to his new team. Mundt will have a limited, primarily blocking, role with Hockenson in the fold.
Published: Mon, Nov 7 at 2:15pm by Rotowire.com
TD catch in win
Mundt had a one-yard touchdown reception on his only target in Sunday's win over Arizona.
Analysis: It was just Mundt's fifth target in his last three games (five receptions for seven yards during that stretch). He's been an afterthought in the passing game once Irv Smith got up to full speed after the first few games after a preseason thumb injury. However, Mundt could be pressed into a larger role with Smith now likely out several weeks with an ankle injury. Still, Mundt's role may not increase too much, as he's not seen as skilled as a receiver.
Has drop on only target
Mundt had a drop on his only target in Sunday's win over New Orleans in London.
Analysis: Mundt played just 20 snaps on offense and went out on just five routes, as his role has shrunk with Irv Smith back to full speed after preseason injuries.
Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
Two receptions Sunday
Mundt had two receptions for 23 yards on two targets in Sunday's win over Detroit.
Analysis: Mundt wasn't on the field as a starter like the previous two games and played fewer snaps than Irv Smith, Jr. (37 to 28). Mundt will remain part of the offense but won't get more than a few targets per game.
Published: Mon, Sep 26 at 1:40pm by Rotowire.com
Gets another start at TE
Mundt had two receptions for 28 yards on three targets in Monday's loss at Philadelphia.
Analysis: Mundt started at tight end for a second consecutive game, but Irv Smith had the larger workload with eight targets and more snaps on offense (34 to 28). With Smith being eased into action after thumb surgery, Mundt's role in the passing game should decrease as Smith gets even more opportunities.
Published: Tue, Sep 20 at 9:49am by Rotowire.com
Gets start at TE in season opener
Mundt had three receptions for 17 yards on three targets in Sunday's win over Green Bay. He started at tight end with Irv Smith coming off the bench because Smith was eased into action, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.
Analysis: It was Mundt's fourth career start, but he could see a reduced role if Smith returns to full speed Week 2. However, there's no guarantee Smith will get back to his prior form after missing 2021 with a knee injury and working his way back from an Aug. 2 thumb issue that required surgery.
Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 10:50am by Rotowire.com
Feels great after opener
Mundt felt great after the Vikings' preseason opener and did not suffer any setbacks, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.
Analysis: Mundt is in line to compete with the likes of Ben Ellefson, Zach Davidson, Nick Muse and Shaun Beyer for the team's No. 2 tight end role behind Irv Smith. As of now, he appears to have completely moved on from the torn ACL he suffered last October.
Published: Fri, Aug 19 at 6:43pm by Rotowire.com
Could get looks with Smith out
Mundt is the leading candidate for the starting tight end job with Irv Smith (thumb) sidelined for the preseason and possibly early in the regular season, Dane Mizutani of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.
Analysis: Mundt will compete with Ben Ellefson, Nick Muse and Zach Davidson, as there wasn't a clear No. 2 tight end before camp began. All three backups are seen as mostly blockers, so the Vikings would likely reduce the tight end's role in the passing game if Smith were to miss regular season games. Still, it's worth watching Mundt's development in the preseason, as offensive coordinator Wes Phillips suggested Mundt has untapped potential as a pass catcher.
Published: Tue, Aug 2 at 9:28pm by Rotowire.com
Moves past knee issue
As training camp opened, Mundt saw work as the second tight end when the Vikings opted to go with two in practice, Arif Hasan of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Mundt is thus past the knee issue that limited him in OTAs, and the former Ram will now look to secure a depth role in a Minnesota tight end corps that is led by Irv Smith and also includes Ben Ellefson, Zach Davidson and Nick Muse. In six games with Los Angeles last season, Mundt caught his only target for nine yards. In his new locale, the 27-year-old figures to continue to make most of his impact as a blocker.
Published: Fri, Jul 29 at 10:18am by Rotowire.com
Mundt is participating in training camp after working on the side during mandatory minicamp in June, Arif Hasan of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Mundt -- who is moving past a knee issue -- worked as the Vikings' second tight end behind starter Irv Smith when the team deployed two tight-end sets during Wednesday's 11-on-11 drills. The 27-year-old was signed by the Vikings in March after he mostly served in a blocking role with the Rams over the previous five seasons. Therefore, Mundt's fantasy relevance likely will be minimal despite his projected status as the team's first option behind Smith in training camp.
Published: Thu, Jul 28 at 4:23pm by Rotowire.com
On track for training camp
Mundt (knee) has been working on the side during OTAs but believes he'll be ready to go by training camp in late July, Chris Tomasson of twincities.com reports.
Analysis: Mundt was deployed almost exclusively as a blocker during his five years in Los Angeles before the Vikings signed him as a backup to Irv Smith this offseason. His path to targets in 2022 isn't clear barring an injury to Smith, and even then Minnesota probably would prefer to throw the ball to Justin Jefferson, Adam Thielen or Dalvin Cook underneath.
Published: Sun, Jun 5 at 9:30am by Rotowire.com
Signs with Vikings
Mundt (knee) signed a contract with the Vikings on Wednesday.
Analysis: Mundt appeared in six games with the Rams in 2021, serving mostly as a depth tight end while hauling in his lone target for nine yards. He sustained a torn ACL in mid-October, so he'll likely be sidelined for the entirety of the Vikings' offseason program. Mundt could be ready to go at some point in training camp, but for the moment, his availability for the start of the 2022 campaign is muddled.
Published: Wed, Mar 16 at 2:16pm by Rotowire.com
Returned to IR
Mundt (knee) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday and returned to injured reserve.
Analysis: The tight end entered COVID protocols Dec. 15 before being reinstated Thursday. Mundt will still remain on IR for the rest of the season after suffering a torn ACL in mid-October.
Published: Thu, Dec 23 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
Lands on COVID-19 list
Mundt (knee) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday.
Analysis: Mundt was already ruled out for the season after he suffered a torn ACL in mid-October, but he'll need to spend some time away from the team. While it's not yet clear whether the tight end has tested positive for COVID-19, his absence shouldn't significantly impact his timetable as he recovers from his knee injury.
Published: Wed, Dec 15 at 11:06am by Rotowire.com
Placed on IR
Mundt (knee) was moved to injured reserve Tuesday after suffering a season-ending torn ACL on Sunday.
Analysis: The season is over for the 26-year-old, who will finish the season with just one catch for nine yards. He was used as a depth option at tight end this season behind Tyler Higbee, who will continue to garner the lion's share of action at the position moving forward.
Done for year
Mundt will miss the remainder of the 2021 season after suffering a torn ACL, J.B. Long of the Los Angeles Rams Radio Network reports.
Analysis: Mundt suffered the injury during Sunday's blowout victory over the Giants, and it'll cost him the rest of the season. He'll finish 2021 with one catch for nine yards on one target over six games.
Downgraded to out
Mundt (knee) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Giants, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Mundt picked up a knee injury, and it seems the issue is serious enough to rule him out for the remainder of this contest. Expect Tyler Higbee to see most of the offensive snaps at tight end, while Jacob Harris could take Mundt's place as a blocker.
Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 12:30pm by Rotowire.com
Dealing with knee injury
Mundt (knee) is questionable to return Sunday at the Giants, according to Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic.
Analysis: It remains to be seen if Mundt returns to the game, though his absence might not have a big effect on the Rams' game plan for this one. Expect Tyler Higbee to see most of the offensive snaps at tight end, while Jacob Harris could take Mundt's place as a blocker.
Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 11:31am by Rotowire.com
Avoids injury designation
Mundt (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Thursday's game against the Seahawks.
Analysis: Mundt came out of Sunday's loss to the Cardinals with a shoulder injury, but he was able to put in a full practice Wednesday and avoid the questionable tag. The 26-year-old primarily works as a blocker and has one catch for nine yards through the first four games of 2021.
Published: Wed, Oct 6 at 8:32pm by Rotowire.com
Grabs first catch of season
Mundt had a nine-yard reception during Sunday's 37-20 loss to Arizona.
Analysis: Primarily deployed as a blocker, Mundt's fantasy value is limited. He's caught just 10 passes through his five-year career. Even if No. 1 tight end Tyler Higbee were to miss time, it's unlikely Mundt would emerge as a consistent contributor in the passing attack.
Published: Tue, Oct 5 at 5:08am by Rotowire.com
Re-signs with Rams
The Rams signed Mundt to a one-year deal on Thursday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Mundt, who's spent the past four seasons in Los Angeles primarily serving as a blocking tight end, caught all four of his targets for 53 yards in 2020. It will likely take a few injuries for the 26-year-old to play a larger role in the team's passing plans, but Mundt will aim to continue seeing more playing time in 2021.
Published: Thu, Mar 18 at 9:41am by Rotowire.com
Another quiet campaign
Mundt caught all four of his targets for 53 yards during the 2020 regular season. He played just 121 offensive snaps.
Analysis: The fourth-year tight end has been deployed primarily in a blocking role throughout his tenure with the Rams, and that's unlikely to change if he returns to the organization next season. Mundt is a restricted free agent this offseason.
Published: Fri, Jan 29 at 4:49pm by Rotowire.com
No targets in Week 11
Mundt didn't receive a target in Monday's 27-24 win over the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Mundt achieved fantasy relevance once this year with Tyler Higbee out of the lineup in Week 7, as he caught three passes for 48 yards. When Higbee and Gerald Everett are both active, however, Mundt has averaged just 4.7 snaps on offense per game. His main contributions will be delivered on special teams moving forward.
Three grabs Monday
Mundt caught all three of his targets for 47 yards during Monday's 24-10 win over the Bears. He played 46 of 72 offensive snaps.
Analysis: With Tyler Higbee (hand) out of the lineup, Mundt took advantage of an extended role, and his 34-yard reception in the second quarter was the longest offensive play of the game for the Rams. However, fellow tight end Gerald Everett was targeted a season-high five times and scored a touchdown, and will probably remain more involved in the passing game. If Higbee returns in Week 8 against the Dolphins, Mundt will likely revert back to a depth role and receive limited playing time.
Published: Tue, Oct 27 at 5:55am by Rotowire.com
Catches first pass of 2020
Mundt played 11 offensive snaps and caught his only target for five yards during Sunday's 17-9 win over the Giants.
Analysis: This is only the sixth career reception for the fourth-year tight end, so fantasy managers should continue to look elsewhere for production at the position. Mundt has carved out a blocking role for the Rams, but he's still playing sparingly with just 22 offensive snaps through four games.
Published: Mon, Oct 5 at 6:15am by Rotowire.com
Staying in LA
Mundt will remain with the Rams after the team placed a contract tender on the exclusive rights free agent Tuesday.
Analysis: The 25-year-old was primarily used as a blocker in 2019, hauling in only four passes for 26 yards. Through 13 games, he saw 367 total snaps across offense and special teams, and Mundt was only targeted seven times. He'll likely continue his depth tight end role for the Rams in 2020.
Published: Tue, Mar 17 at 3:43pm by Rotowire.com
Makes four catches in 2019
Mundt hauled in four of seven targets for 26 scoreless yards over 13 games in 2019.
Analysis: Mundt played more than expected since Gerald Everett battled a knee injury and missed three games, but Mundt was mainly used as a run-blocker. The 25-year-old ran a route on 49.4 percent of his snaps, and, with many skilled pass-catchers, it's not surprising that he was targeted sparingly. Mundt will be an exclusive-rights free agent in March.
Published: Wed, Jan 8 at 3:59pm by Rotowire.com
Hauls in two passes
Mundt caught two of three targets for 15 yards in Sunday's 44-21 loss to the Cowboys.
Analysis: Despite Gerald Everett (knee) sitting out, Mundt played just 11 offensive snaps and was targeted on just three of Jared Goff's 51 passes. The large deficit didn't allow a run-blocker like Mundt much tread, and the 25-year-old could see a further decrease in usage if Everett is back for Sunday's contest against the 49ers.
Gearing up Sunday
Mundt (groin) is active for Sunday's game against the Bears, Gary Klein of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Analysis: Mundt's rarely used on offense, and even when he is, it's mainly in a blocking role while Gerald Everett and Tyler Higbee garner receiving work. Even with both Brandin Cooks (concussion) and Robert Woods (personal) inactive, Mundt figures to stay out of fantasy relevancy.
Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 4:09pm by Rotowire.com
Questionable for Week 11
Mundt (groin) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears.
Analysis: Mundt appeared on the injury report mid-week with the issue but has put in two limited practices to close it out. He logged his first catch of the season Week 10, and with Gerald Everett (wrist) and Tyler Higbee (knee) also questionable, the 24-year-old could be looking at a few extra snaps Sunday.
Dealing with groin injury
Mundt was a limited practice participant Thursday due to a groin injury, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Mundt was listed on the injury report Wednesday, so he appears to have picked up the injury at practice. Gerald Everett (wrist) was also limited and Tyler Higbee (knee) didn't practice, leaving the Rams without any healthy tight ends.
Published: Thu, Nov 14 at 5:28pm by Rotowire.com
Johnny Mundt is WIDE open on 1-yard TD reception on play actionSun, Oct 30 at 11:07am
Minnesota Vikings tight end Johnny Mundt is WIDE open on 1-yard TD reception on play action.
Johnny Mundt's hurdle over Eagles defender highlights 17-yard receptionMon, Sep 19 at 6:27pm
Minnesota Vikings tight end Johnny Mundt's hurdle over a Philadelphia Eagles defender highlights a 17-yard reception.
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Mundt slips would-be tackle on 34-yard catch and runMon, Oct 26 at 6:20pm
Los Angeles Rams tight end Johnny Mundt slips would-be tackle on 34-yard catch and run.
Johnny Mundt
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