5 highly speculated landing spots for DeAndre Hopkins after his Cardinals exit
DeAndre Hopkins arrival in the free agency can start a bidding war between various NFL teams interested in him.
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DeAndre Hopkins is arguably one of the best receivers in the league currently. The 31-year-old WR was released by the Arizona Cardinals and since then there has been a huge buzz regarding his potential destination.
The former Cardinals WR is extremely fast and has great ability on the ball. However, what sets him apart is his consistency, and will be a valuable asset to any team he signs for.
With many teams in the NFL currently looking for a WR, it will be interesting to see which one gets his signature. Until Hopkins finalizes a team to play for, let’s take a look at the 5 best-speculated landing spots for DeAndre Hopkins after his Cardinals exit.
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1. Buffalo Bills
The Buffalo Bills are looking to make a massive leap and challenge for the Super Bowl next season. Hopkins could be highly useful for them. The Bills currently have just one strong WR in Stefon Diggs, who is currently unsettled with the Bills.
Hopkins has also shared the desire to play in Buffalo and has often spoken about catching passes from the MVP contender, Josh Allen. Diggs and DeAndre Hopkins will arguably form the best WR partnership in the league and will make the Bills extremely strong in their Super Bowl pursuits.
2. Baltimore Ravens
The only reason Hopkins can join the Baltimore Ravens can be due to Lamar Jackson. The Ravens QB has signed a massive contract with his team, making him the highest-paid player in the league.
Hopkins has always been in awe of the young QB and has followed his career since his college football days. It will be interesting to see both players combine and make the Ravens a feared competitor in the conference.
3. Detroit Lions
The Detroit Lions are touted favorites to win the NFC North after their spectacular run at the tail-end of last season. With DeAndre Hopkins in their roster, it can get them even closer to their goal.
The Lions have had a rough couple of years and will be back in the dominating seat with the help of the 31-year-old WR. The Detroit-based team has faced increased adversity in its receiver department and the signing of Hopkins can put an end to that.
Hopkins, combined with talented receivers like Amon Ra-St. Brown and Marvin Jones will be a competent partnership that can make miracles happen in the city of Detroit.
4. New England Patriots
The Patriots don’t have an immediate need for a quality receiver as they have just signed JuJu Smith-Schuster. However, the addition of DeAndre Hopkins will really help them compete in the toughest division in the NFL.
The Jets and the Bills have really beefed up their squad. Therefore, HC Bill Belichick will look to add all the weapons he can add to the team. With numerous departures from the team, the Patriots will be adding an important asset in DeAndre Hopkins.
5. Carolina Panthers
The Panthers got rid of their main receiver D.J. Moore, which helped them draft Bryce Young as their No.1 overall. However, they will need to provide the optimum support for Young, and DeAndre Hopkins is the answer to that.
The Panthers have always been known for adding veteran and experienced players to their team. Therefore, a move to Carolina doesn’t seem unlikely for the 31-year-old. With DeAndre Hopkins assisting Bryce Young, there is a realistic possibility that the Panthers can win the NFC South this year.
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