Baltimore Ravens have made a statement in free agency with the addition of DeAndre Hopkins, a former Kansas City Chiefs key player in the 2024 NFL season. The arrival of the veteran wide receiver has sparked a strong reaction within the team, and one of the most excited players is Ronnie Stanley, the veteran left tackle and teammate of Lamar Jackson, who did not hide his enthusiasm after the signing.
Stanley agreed to re-sign with the Ravens this offseason, extending his career with the team that began in 2016. For a player of his experience, having a Super Bowl finalist like Hopkins by his side is a reason to show excitement. Additionally, Hopkins is a seasoned addition who can provide valuable offensive support for quarterback Jackson.
“I mean I had a huge smile on my face when we signed ‘D-Hop’. You know what you’re getting with that guy. I think he’s a Hall of Fame-caliber wide receiver, and I still think he has a lot of good reps, years, seasons in him. And he’s a physical player, he’s a competitive player, and I think he’s going to fit into our team really well,” Stanley reacted to the arrival of former Chiefs player Hopkins.
Hopkins’ performance in the 2024 NFL season
Hopkins, the addition of the Ravens, spent last season split between the Titans and Chiefs. Overall, he caught 56 passes for 610 yards and five touchdowns in 16 games. He played a key role for the Missouri franchise in the postseason, recording three receptions for 29 yards and a touchdown in three games.
DeAndre Hopkins #8 of the Kansas City Chiefs reacts before the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on November 04, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri.
Hopkins’ career in the NFL
Hopkins began his professional career after being selected in the first round of the 2013 Draft by the Houston Texans, where he played until 2019 and established himself as one of the league’s stars. During his time with the AFC South team, he was selected to the Pro Bowl five times and solidified his status as an elite receiver, surpassing 1,000 yards in multiple seasons.
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In 2020, Hopkins was traded to the Arizona Cardinals, where he gradually became a standout receiver in the league. Injuries and a suspension in 2022 limited his impact, leading him to join the Titans in 2023. In 2024, he signed with the Chiefs to compete for a Super Bowl.
