Chiefs Have Opportunity for Reunion With Star WR Looking for Job
Summary
The Kansas City Chiefs may consider signing veteran wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins during the 2026 NFL season. Hopkins, 34, stated he is not rushing to join a team but wants to play for a competitor later in the season and serve as a special situation player.Key Facts
- The Chiefs have young receivers Rashee Rice, Xavier Worthy, and Tyquan Thornton but face questions after a poor 2025 season and Rice’s off-field issues.
- Stefon Diggs, top receiver for the New England Patriots last season, is also a rumored option for the Chiefs.
- DeAndre Hopkins was a 2013 first-round NFL draft pick by the Houston Texans.
- Hopkins said he is not looking to start Week 1 or seek a contract extension; he wants to contribute as a role player.
- In 2024, Hopkins joined the Chiefs mid-season, playing 10 games, with 41 catches, 437 yards, and 4 touchdowns.
- Hopkins scored a touchdown and conversion in the Chiefs’ Super Bowl loss to the Eagles.
- Hopkins has 13,295 receiving yards, 85 touchdowns, and five All-Pro selections over 13 NFL seasons.
- The Chiefs might add Hopkins later in 2026 to support quarterback Patrick Mahomes for a playoff run.
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