DeAndre Hopkins dropped a clue pointing to a trade to the Chiefs a few days before the move went through, but everyone missed it.
The defending champs completed a deal for the Pro Bowl wide receiver this Wednesday, acquiring him from the Titans in exchange for a conditional fifth-round pick, which could potentially be upgraded to a fourth-rounder based on performance.
The deal has given quarterback Patrick Mahomes a much-needed target following injuries to the likes of Marquise Brown, Rashee Rice, and JuJu Smith-Schuster, although Hopkins is on the wrong side of 30 and dealing with injuries.
As far as the Titans’ concerns go, the AFC South outfit is looking to rebuild after a 1-5 start to 2024 and has opted to let Hopkins, who was on an expiring contract, leave. They have also hinted at a change in their system, having brought Calvin Ridley in.
Hopkins will now get to compete for a Super Bowl, having joined the top contender. And he’s likely to be a big part of what could be a run to a third straight Super Bowl.
It appears he hinted at the move days in advance, posting a clip of his family dancing to a Taylor Swift song to his Instagram Story before the trade happened.
Check it out below:
Deandre Hopkins posted his family dancing to “22” by Taylor Swift, with the caption “rumor has it”, just 4 days ago. We should’ve known. Oh and his family is going to fit right in! 🫶🏼 pic.twitter.com/W7Porp3M6i
— Lexi (@lexiosborne) October 23, 2024
Hopkins also posted a photo of himself walking with a suitcase earlier this week, captioning it, “Rumor has it.”
DeAndre Hopkins Has Prompted Mixed Feelings With This Move
The Chiefs appear to have addressed a critical need at the wide receiver position with this trade. DeAndre Hopkins is expected to open the field up for the likes of veteran tight end Travis Kelce and rookie wideout Xavier Worthy while presenting Mahomes with an excellent target himself.
Still, there has been some skepticism given Hopkins’ age and recent struggles with injuries.
On the flip side, fans have lauded the Chiefs for their capture of such an experienced WR for a fifth-round pick, noting the possibility of a massive return on investment.
