DeAndre Hopkins Appears To Break Silence On Trade Rumors
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The Tennessee Titans have struggled this season, winning just one of their first four games. The offense has been a particular area of concern, with quarterback Will Levis among the league leaders in turnovers.
The Titans were able to pick up a win over the Miami Dolphins last Monday, but the trade rumors continue to persist for one of their top veteran players.
On Saturday, that player posted a cryptic message on social media that seemed to indicate his desire to remain with the team.
"I was raised to be loyal and don't take the easy road," said DeAndre Hopkins.
I was raised to be loyal and don't take the easy road…
— Deandre Hopkins (@DeAndreHopkins) October 5, 2024
The former All-Pro receiver seems to want to stay in Tennessee despite the team's struggles. Hopkins joined the Titans ahead of the 2023 season after being released by the Arizona Cardinals.
Despite a fluid quarterback situation in Tennessee, Hopkins was productive. He caught 75 passes for 1,057 yards and seven touchdowns while appearing in every game.
It was the first time Hopkins played in every game since the 2020 season, after dealing with a suspension and several injuries during his time in Arizona.
Hopkins' apparent desire to remain in Tennessee comes as another top wide receiver has confirmed that he wants out. Davante Adams made a highly-publicized trade request to the Las Vegas, and the All-Pro could be on the move as early as next week.
Adams would reportedly prefer a move to the New York Jets, setting up a reunion with Aaron Rodgers, his former quarterback in Green Bay.
Some have suggested that a similar reunion should be in store for Hopkins and Deshaun Watson, his longtime teammate in Houston. The Titans may be among the worst teams in the league this season, but they've given no indication that they're willing to move on from Hopkins.
For now, the five-time All-Pro will stay in Tennessee. He'll be on the field for the Titans next week, as they look for their second win of the season against a familiar AFC South divisional foe, the Indianapolis Colts.
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