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| Bye Week8 | Rank4 | % Rostered100 | % Change- | WK 16 Pts12.80 | WK 17 Pts7.50 |
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| Wk | Opp | Results | Yds | TD | Int | Yds | TD | Rec | Yds | TD | TD | FumTD | 2PT | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | @SF | - | - | - | - | - | 14 | 151 | - | - | - | - | - | 29.10 | |
| 2 | WAS | - | - | - | - | - | 8 | 68 | 1 | - | - | - | - | 20.80 | |
| 3 | DET | - | - | - | - | - | 10 | 137 | - | - | - | - | - | 23.70 | |
| 4 | @CAR | - | - | - | - | - | 7 | 41 | - | - | - | - | - | 11.10 | |
| 5 | @NYJ | - | - | - | - | - | 6 | 131 | 1 | - | - | - | - | 25.10 | |
| 6 | @DAL | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 73 | - | - | - | - | - | 9.30 | |
| 7 | SEA | - | - | - | - | - | 10 | 103 | 1 | - | - | - | 1 | 24.30 | |
| 8 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 | |
| 9 | MIA | - | - | - | - | - | 3 | 30 | - | - | - | - | - | 6.00 | |
| 10 | BUF | - | - | - | - | - | 7 | 127 | 1 | - | - | - | - | 25.70 | |
| 11 | @SEA | - | - | - | - | - | 5 | 51 | - | - | - | - | - | 10.10 | |
| 12 | @NE | - | - | - | - | - | 5 | 55 | - | - | - | - | - | 10.50 | |
| 13 | LA | - | - | - | - | - | 8 | 52 | 1 | - | - | - | - | 19.20 | |
| 14 | @NYG | - | - | - | - | - | 9 | 136 | - | - | - | - | - | 22.60 | |
| 15 | PHI | - | - | - | 1 | - | 9 | 169 | 1 | - | - | - | 1 | 30.00 | |
| 16 | SF | - | - | - | - | - | 8 | 48 | - | - | - | - | - | 12.80 | |
| 17 | @LA | - | - | - | - | - | 4 | 35 | - | - | - | - | - | 7.50 | |
| Rushing | Receiving | Fum | Fantasy | ||||
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| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | @SF, | - | - | 151 | - | - | 29.10 |
| 2 | WAS, | - | - | 68 | 1 | - | 20.80 |
| 3 | DET, | - | - | 137 | - | - | 23.70 |
| 4 | @CAR, | - | - | 41 | - | - | 11.10 |
| 5 | @NYJ, | - | - | 131 | 1 | - | 25.10 |
| 6 | @DAL, | - | - | 73 | - | - | 9.30 |
| 7 | SEA, | - | - | 103 | 1 | 1 | 24.30 |
| 8 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 9 | MIA, | - | - | 30 | - | - | 6.00 |
| 10 | BUF, | - | - | 127 | 1 | - | 25.70 |
| 11 | @SEA, | - | - | 51 | - | - | 10.10 |
| 12 | @NE, | - | - | 55 | - | - | 10.50 |
| 13 | LA, | - | - | 52 | 1 | - | 19.20 |
| 14 | @NYG, | - | - | 136 | - | - | 22.60 |
| 15 | PHI, | 1 | - | 169 | 1 | 1 | 30.00 |
| 16 | SF, | - | - | 48 | - | - | 12.80 |
| 17 | @LA, | - | - | 35 | - | - | 7.50 |
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Held in check with Murray injury
Hopkins caught four of his 10 targets for 35 yards during Sunday's 18-7 loss to the Rams.
Analysis: Hopkins still attracted a robust number of offensive looks in what turned out to be the Cardinals' 2020 finale, but a first-quarter injury to Kyler Murray (ankle) put a dent in the star receiver's output. With Murray unavailable for more than 40 minutes of game action before his fourth-quarter return, Hopkins produced his second-lowest yardage total of the 2020 campaign. Despite a down performance to close out his eighth pro season, Hopkins carries a fourth consecutive Pro Bowl nod, 115…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 4:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared for season finale
Hopkins (hip) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Rams, Katherine Fitzgerald of The Arizona Republic reports.
Analysis: Hopkins steadily increased his involvement in practice throughout the week, advancing from no participation Wednesday to limited activity Thursday before turning in a full workout Friday. With the Cardinals choosing not to put a designation on his name, Hopkins should be in the clear to serve as Kyler Murray's top target in Week 17. Expect Hopkins to draw shadow coverage from elite cornerback Jalen Ramsey, who held the wideout to eight receptions for 52 yards and a touchdown on 13 targets back…read more
Published: Fri, Jan 1 at 3:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Bumps up to limited Thursday
Hopkins (hip) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: After sitting out Wednesday's session due to a hip issue, Hopkins made some progress with an appearance on the field Thursday. He's regularly received days off in his first season with the Cardinals, so the increase in reps is consistent with his weekly preparation. Friday's injury report could clear up Hopkins' status entirely for Sunday's game with the Rams in L.A.
Published: Thu, Dec 31 at 4:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with hip injury
Hopkins was held out of practice Wednesday with a hip injury, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Just before halftime of last week's loss to the 49ers, Hopkins went to the locker room after failing to haul in a pass in the back left corner of the end zone. He continued to play through what was believed to be an upper-body injury, logging 91 percent of the offensive snaps while finishing with 48 yards on eight catches and 12 targets. Hopkins will look to get past the hip concern in advance of Sunday's road matchup with the Rams.
Published: Wed, Dec 30 at 4:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Struggles through injury vs. 49ers
Hopkins (upper body) caught eight of 12 targets for 48 yards during Saturday's 20-12 loss to the 49ers.
Analysis: Hopkins left the game near the end of the second quarter after hurting his upper body while going for a ball in the end zone, but he later returned to the game. Although he caught 75 percent of the passes thrown his way, he didn't record a single reception of 10 yards or longer as he finished with an average of 6.0 yards per catch. Hopkins piled up 305 yards over the last two weeks and was coming off his best yardage total in a Cardinals uniform, so this disappointing effort was likely quite…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 26 at 6:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Leaves with injury
Hopkins left Saturday's game after suffering an injury to his upper torso, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: It's unclear whether Hopkins suffered an injury to his upper chest or abdomen, but the star receiver was clearly in pain after failing to catch a touchdown reception in the back left corner of the end zone nearing the end of the second quarter. He walked off under his own power but was immediately taken to the locker room and it's unclear what his status may be for the rest of Saturday's game.
Published: Sat, Dec 26 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Wednesday
Hopkins wasn't present for the media-access portion of Wednesday's practice, Kyle Odegard of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Wednesday's injury report will reveal whether Hopkins' absence is classified by the Cardinals as "not-injury related," or if he's managing an injury in advance of Saturday's game against the 49ers. In the Cardinals' Week 15 win over the Eagles, Hopkins caught nine of his 11 targets for 169 yards and a touchdown.
Published: Wed, Dec 23 at 9:14am by Rotowire.com
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Winning TD caps season-best effort
Hopkins caught nine of 11 targets for 169 yards and a touchdown while gaining one yard on his lone carry during Sunday's 33-26 win over the Eagles.
Analysis: Hopkins averaged 18.8 yards per catch as he notched a new season high in yardage, thanks in large part to a 45-yard gain, which tied his second-longest of the campaign. He capped off his huge performance with the decisive 20-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter. Hopkins, who was coming off a big game against the Giants, now has 1,324 yards to go along with six touchdowns in his initial season with the Cardinals. He will look to add to his numbers next Saturday against the 49ers.
Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 7:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready for Week 15
Hopkins was a full practice participant Friday and doesn't have any designation for Sunday's game against Philadelphia, Katherine Fitzgerald of The Arizona Republic reports.
Analysis: Hopkins missed Wednesday's practice for non-injury reasons, rather than his typical absence or limited session due to a minor injury. The Cardinals don't list him with any issue on their final Week 15 practice report, so he should be all set for his typical workload Sunday against a banged-up Eagles secondary that could be missing top cornerback Darius Slay (concussion, questionable).
Published: Fri, Dec 18 at 1:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Wednesday's DNP unrelated to injury
Hopkins didn't practice Wednesday for non-injury-related reasons, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Hopkins began last week in a similar fashion before neck and back issues kept him sidelined Thursday and rendered him questionable ahead of a Week 14 game against the Giants. He ended up playing in the victory over New York, gathering in nine of 11 passes for 136 yards. With no health concern to blame for Wednesday's absence, he's in the clear for Sunday's game against the Eagles.
Published: Wed, Dec 16 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Not seen at Wednesday's practice
Hopkins wasn't present at the portion of Wednesday's practice open to the media, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Last week, Hopkins was listed as a non-participant Wednesday due to a non-injury reason. He then remained absent from practice Thursday with neck and back issues before capping the week with a limited session Friday. He proceeded to suit up in Sunday's win over the Giants and put together a bounce-back performance, notching his first 100-yard effort in four games. It'll be interesting to see if Hopkins is dealing with similar or new health concerns, or whether his absence to begin Week 15 was…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 16 at 10:13am by Rotowire.com
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Sixth 100-yard game with Cards
Hopkins (neck) caught nine of 11 targets for 136 yards in Sunday's 26-7 win over the Giants.
Analysis: Hopkins eclipsed the 100-yard mark for the sixth time this season, easily leading the team in targets, catches and receiving yards. In fact, no other Cardinals player even reached 30 receiving yards. The star wide receiver has thrived in his first season with Arizona, totaling 94 catches for 1,155 yards and five touchdowns heading into a Week 15 matchup with the Eagles.
Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 1:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Suiting up Sunday
Hopkins (neck) is listed as active Sunday against the Giants.
Analysis: Despite fitting in just one limited session prior to this contest, Hopkins will be out there for the Cardinals' passing attack. He's been fairly quiet during the team's current three-game losing streak, averaging 5.6 YPT and scoring one TD on his 28 targets. Hopkins will look to bounce back against the Giants' 18th-ranked pass defense (242.3 yards per game).
Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 8:32am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to play
Hopkins (neck) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants, but coach Kliff Kingsbury expects the wide receiver to play, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.
Analysis: Hopkins has a track record of playing through injuries at a high level, and his Friday return to practice -- albeit as a limited participant -- suggests he should be ready to play. We should know for sure by 11:30 a.m. ET, as the Cardinals have an early kickoff for their trip to the East Coast.
Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 1:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice
Hopkins (neck/back) is practicing Friday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Hopkins missed practice Wednesday and Thursday, but his return at the end of the week puts him on track for Sunday's game against the Giants. Despite his frequent injury-report appearances, Hopkins has played 122 of a possible 124 games to this point in his NFL career.
Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 9:16am by Rotowire.com
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DNP with two injuries Thursday
Hopkins (non-injury/neck/back) didn't practice Thursday.
Analysis: Listed as a non-participant for a non-injury-related reason on Wednesday's practice report, Hopkins now has a pair of health concerns attached to his name. As such, there's a shred of doubt about his potential to play Sunday against the Giants, but he could quell all concerns by returning to practice Friday. In the end, Hopkins' status should be watched closely as the week draws to a close.
Published: Thu, Dec 10 at 3:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Grabs fifth TD of season
Hopkins caught eight of 13 targets for 52 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 38-28 loss to the Rams.
Analysis: The Cards' No. 1 wideout again faced tough coverage -- this time from Jalen Ramsey -- but he still grabbed a four-yard TD late in the third quarter, his fifth score of the season. Hopkins also hauled in enough yardage to reach his sixth career 1,000-yard campaign. His run of difficult matchups continues in Week 14 against James Bradberry and a Giants defense that just stifled Russell Wilson in an upset win.
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 6:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Approaching sixth 1,000-yard season
Hopkins caught five of seven targets for 55 yards in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Patriots.
Analysis: Hopkins' target share was limited in a difficult matchup with star cornerback Stephon Gilmore, but he still led Arizona in targets, catches and receiving yards. Unfortunately for Hopkins and the Cardinals, a late Zane Gonzalez miss on a go-ahead field goal attempt opened the door for the Patriots to kick the winning field goal on the game's final play. Hopkins has 77 catches for 967 yards heading into a Week 13 matchup against the Rams, leaving him just 33 yards shy of reaching 1,000 for the…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 1:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Full practice Thursday
Hopkins (illness) practiced in full Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: After sitting out Wednesday, Hopkins handled every practice rep one day later, all but clearing him for Sunday's game in New England. He'll seek his sixth 100-yard outing of the season against a Patriots defense that has surrendered a league-worst 9.7 yards per target to wide receivers this season.
Published: Thu, Nov 26 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with Illness
Hopkins missed Wednesday's practice due to an illness, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: There's no reason to believe yet that Hopkins is dealing with symptoms related to COVID-19, but he and tight end Maxx Williams both are tending to illnesses to kick off Week 12 preparations. Hopkins will have two more days to put it behind him before the Cardinals will make a determination on his potential to play Sunday at New England.
Published: Wed, Nov 25 at 1:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Contained in Week 11 loss
Hopkins secured five of eight targets for 51 yards in the Cardinals' 28-21 loss to the Seahawks on Thursday night.
Analysis: Four days after bringing in a game-winning Hail Mary heave from Kyler Murray, Hopkins had a much more subdued performance that saw him check in second to Larry Fitzgerald in receptions, receiving yards and targets on the Cardinals for the night. Hopkins could have had a more productive effort had it not been for an uncharacteristic drop on a play where he appeared capable of gaining at least 10 yards and an offensive holding penalty in the end zone on J.R. Sweezy that turned the play result…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 19 at 9:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Hauls in miraculous game-winning TD
Hopkins caught seven of 12 targets for 127 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 32-30 win over the Bills.
Analysis: The TD grab immediately went down as one of the greatest catches in Cardinals history -- on the final play of the game, Kyler Murray escaped pressure and heaved a 43-yard hail mary into the end zone that Hopkins somehow came down with despite triple coverage from Buffalo's three best defensive backs (Tre'Davious White, Micah Hyde and Jordan Poyer). Hopkins has been everything the Cards hoped for in a No. 1 receiver when they picked him up from the Texans in the offseason, and he heads into Week…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 5:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in loss to Dolphins
Hopkins caught all three of his targets for 30 yards during Sunday's 34-31 loss to the Dolphins.
Analysis: Hopkins hauled in every pass thrown his way but struggled to break free against a talented Miami secondary. He managed a long of just 17 yards and was held to short gains on his other two touches. This was easily the least involved Hopkins has been in his first eight games with the Cardinals, and he should be targeted much more in next Sunday's matchup with the Bills.
Published: Sun, Nov 8 at 4:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Performs well through injury
Hopkins (ankle) hauled in 10 of 12 targets for 103 yards and a touchdown against the Seahawks on Sunday. He also lost a fumble in the 37-34 overtime victory.
Analysis: Hopkins carried a questionable tag due to an ankle injury all the way up to kickoff, but the star wideout was able to suit up and deliver for fantasy owners. It was the the 28-year-old's third double-digit catch performance this season and the fourth time he has reached the century mark in receiving yards. Hopkins has made a seamless transition after being traded from Houston to Arizona, leading the league in receptions (57), targets (73) and receiving yards (704) through seven games. The only…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 11:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Will play through ankle injury
Hopkins (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.
Analysis: NFL sages Adam Schefter of ESPN and Ian Rapoport of NFL Network relayed that Hopkins was expected to suit up Week 7, with the latter citing coach Kliff Kingsbury as "hopeful" that the wide receiver would be available. Indeed, that has come to pass, allowing Hopkins to pick on a Seattle defense that has given up NFL worsts in catches (108) and receiving yards (1,472) to wideouts this season.
Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 3:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Coach optimistic on Week 7 status
Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury said he's "hopeful" that Hopkins (ankle) -- who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Seahawks -- will be able to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The tone of Rapoport's report seemingly aligns with one issued late Saturday by Adam Schefter of ESPN, who relayed that the wideout is expected to play against Seattle despite turning in only one limited practice this week. A schedule change earlier in the week pushed the Seahawks-Cardinals game back from 4:25 p.m. ET to 8:20 p.m. ET, so Hopkins' fantasy managers will be forced to sweat out his status a little bit longer than initially anticipated. In the past, Hopkins has shown the ability to…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 5:24am by Rotowire.com
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On track to play Sunday
Hopkins (ankle) is expected to play Sunday against the Seahawks, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The 28-year-old's only practice participation of the week came in a limited session Friday, but it appears he'll be available to play Sunday despite receiving the questionable tag. Hopkins has been battling the ankle issue throughout October and has 15 receptions for 245 yards and one touchdown over three games during that stretch.
Published: Sat, Oct 24 at 8:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for NFC West battle
Hopkins (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Seattle, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.
Analysis: Given his history of playing through nagging injuries, Hopkins' return to the practice field Friday -- albeit as a limited participant -- would seem to put him on track for the Sunday night battle between NFC West playoff contenders. An 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff is suboptimal for fantasy purposes, as there's some chance Hopkins' status could remain up in the air until the Cardinals release their inactive list around 6:50 p.m. ET. In the event of a Hopkins absence, KeeSean Johnson and Andy Isabella…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 23 at 1:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice
Hopkins (ankle) returned to practice Friday, Kyle Odegard of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Hopkins missed practice Wednesday and Thursday, but there hasn't been any other indication his ankle injury is significant. He handled a full workload in Monday's 38-10 win over Dallas, catching two of eight targets for 73 yards. The Cardinals should have Hopkins available Sunday night against the Seahawks.
Published: Fri, Oct 23 at 9:23am by Rotowire.com
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No practice again Thursday
Hopkins (ankle) was held out of practice Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Hopkins has yet to participate in practice this week, the result of an ankle injury. He's been relatively healthy in seven-plus seasons as a pro, missing just two of a possible 114 games, so his status bears watching on Friday's injury report.
Published: Thu, Oct 22 at 5:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Idle for second straight practice
Hopkins (ankle) wasn't on the field for the open portion of Thursday's team workout and is destined to go down as a non-participant on Arizona's practice report, Kyle Odegard of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Coming off Monday's win over Dallas, Hopkins has now been sidelined for the first two of the Cardinals' three practices in Week 7. The Cardinals could just be giving the wideout some extra maintenance on a short week, but he'll still likely need to fit in some on-field activity during Friday's session in order for fantasy managers to feel better about his chances of playing Sunday against the Seahawks. Hopkins was limited to a season-low two receptions against the Cowboys, but he salvaged his…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 22 at 8:48am by Rotowire.com
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Tending to ankle injury
Hopkins didn't practice Wednesday due to an ankle injury.
Analysis: Hopkins had varying levels of efficiency during Monday's blowout win at Dallas. Aside from a 60-yard catch-and-run, he otherwise hauled in just one of seven targets for 13 yards. On the season, he leads the NFL with 47 catches for 601 receiving yards, but he's tied for 34th with two touchdowns. Assuming he can get past his ankle injury and suit up Sunday, Hopkins will seek to add to his scoring total against a Seahawks defense that has given up seven touchdowns to wide receivers this season.
Published: Wed, Oct 21 at 5:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Breaks off 60-yard gain
Hopkins caught two of his eight targets for 73 receiving yards during Monday's 38-10 win against the Cowboys.
Analysis: The three-time All-Pro managed only one reception for 13 yards through the first three quarters, but he tore off a 60-yard catch-and-run on Kyler Murray's first completion of the second half -- which didn't arrive until the 10:44 mark of the fourth quarter. Arizona attempted just 24 passes throughout the entire contest, instead choosing to lean upon a ground attack that averaged an astronomical 7.5 yards per carry against the Cowboys' porous defense. Despite a Monday night performance that…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 19 at 8:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Breaks out late in win
Hopkins caught six of seven targets for 131 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 30-10 win over the Jets.
Analysis: For most of the game, Hopkins was once again limited to short grabs, but that script got thrown out on one drive in the fourth quarter when he hauled in a 45-yard grab down the sideline, then capped the scoring on the afternoon with a 37-yard TD. Hopkins has now topped 130 receiving yards in three of his first five games as a Cardinal, and he'll be in a strong position to do it again in Week 6 against a reeling Cowboys defense.
Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 2:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Inefficient Week 4 performance
Hopkins recorded seven receptions on nine targets for 41 yards in a Week 4 loss to the Panthers.
Analysis: Hopkins continued to command plenty of targets, as he drew 29 percent of Kyler Murray's attempts. Despite hauling in a high percentage of those looks, Hopkins was unable to work deep down the field, with his longest reception going for only 13 yards. While he was able to suit up, Hopkins was held out of practice all week leading up to this contest, which may have hindered his ability to play at his usual explosive level. He'll look to return to form in Week 5 in a matchup against the Jets.
Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially suiting up Sunday
Hopkins (ankle) is listed as active Sunday at Carolina.
Analysis: A non-participant at practice all week due to an ankle injury, Hopkins wrapped it up with his status in question and considered a "game-time decision" by coach Kliff Kingsbury for Sunday's contest. Subsequent reports from both Adam Schefter of ESPN and Ian Rapoport of NFL Network noted Hopkins was slated to suit up, barring any setbacks during a pregame workout. Apparently, Hopkins has passed the requisite eye test and will be available versus a Panthers defense that has conceded 8.6 YPT and…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 8:32am by Rotowire.com
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'Pushing to play' Week 4
Hopkins (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers, is "pushing to play," but he'll work out prior to the game before the Cardinals decide on his status for the contest, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Rapoport's report echoes an earlier dispatch from Adam Schefter of ESPN, which relayed that the star wideout is expected to play in the absence of any pregame setbacks. Confirmation of Hopkins' Week 4 status one way or the other will arrive upon the release of the Cardinals' inactive list approximately 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff.
Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 4:04am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to play Week 4
Hopkins (ankle) is expected to play Sunday against the Panthers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The 28-year-old was considered a game-time decision by coach Kliff Kingsbury on Friday, but he's apparently likely to play Sunday if he can avoid a pregame setback. Hopkins was unable to practice all week, so it's probably safe to continue to consider him a game-time call, despite the optimistic outlook heading into Sunday.
Published: Sat, Oct 3 at 9:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable
Hopkins (ankle), a game-time decision, is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup with the Panthers, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: The official designation was a foregone conclusion once coach Kliff Kingsbury referred to his star wideout as a game-time call. Kingsbury's statement didn't exactly provide clarity, as he first said "if [Hopkins] can go, he'll go", but he then mentioned that it was still early in the season and the team wouldn't want to put Hopkins on the field "if he isn't feeling his best," per Kyle Odegard of the Cardinals' official site. Whatever the case, Hopkins was held out of practice all week and now…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 2 at 12:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Game-time decision for Sunday
Hopkins (ankle) will be a game-time decision for Sunday's matchup with the Panthers, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Cardinals kept Hopkins off the practice field throughout the week, but they haven't given up hope he can play in Sunday's game. A 'questionable' designation is all but assured at this point, with the final decision potentially being made just a few hours before the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. Hopkins leads the NFL in both targets (37) and team target share (35.9 percent), so his presence -- or lack thereof -- is about as important as it gets in terms of both real-football and fantasy-football…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 2 at 12:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Not spotted at practice
Hopkins (ankle) wasn't present for the open portion of Friday's practice, Kyle Odegard of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Hopkins often played in games without logging much time on the practice field back in Houston, but it's nonetheless concerning to see him absent for a third straight day. This suggests he'll be listed as questionable, at best, when the Cardinals release their final injury report Friday afternoon. They have a 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff in Carolina on Sunday.
Published: Fri, Oct 2 at 9:13am by Rotowire.com
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No practice reps again
Hopkins (ankle) was held out of practice Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Officially, Hopkins has yet to practice this week, but one session remains for him to make his presence felt. Even if he doesn't, he proved capable of logging little to no practice reps and still suiting up on game day in his previous stop in Houston, so there's a decent chance he can log another DNP and be available Sunday at Carolina. Friday's injury will give the final word on Hopkins' status going into the weekend.
Published: Thu, Oct 1 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Missing second straight practice
Hopkins (ankle) isn't participating in the open portion of Thursday's practice, Kyle Odegard of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Hopkins is thus slated to be listed as "DNP" on the Cardinals' practice report for the second straight day, creating more uncertainty about his status for Sunday's game in Carolina. During his seven years with the Texans, Hopkins often showed an ability to play through injuries at a high level while logging little to no practice time in advance, which should give fantasy managers some reassurance about his Week 4 prospects. The Cardinals will decide whether Hopkins will carry an injury…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 1 at 8:53am by Rotowire.com
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Tending to ankle injury
Hopkins didn't practice Wednesday due to an ankle injury, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: During the Cardinals' Week 3 loss to the Lions, Hopkins handled his typical offensive snap share and target count, finishing with 10 catches for 137 yards on 12 targets. There was no indication that he was hindered, so his sudden appearance on the injury report is surprising, to say the least. No matter, he's been something of an ironman throughout his eight-year career, missing only two games during that span. Hopkins' status will be one to monitor closely as the week goes on.
Published: Wed, Sep 30 at 1:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Goes for 137 receiving yards
Hopkins caught 10 of 12 targets for 137 yards during Sunday's 26-23 loss to the Lions.
Analysis: Hopkins enjoyed another dominant target share as he was thrown to on over a third of the team's pass attempts. He topped 130 receiving yards for the second time in three games with the Cardinals and has now managed to snare 22 of 25 targets in that same span. Hopkins has found the end zone just once this season, but one would think he'll see his fair share of looks in the red zone despite plenty of attention from opposing defenses. He'll look to continue his excellent play next Sunday against…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 5:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone in Week 2
Hopkins caught eight of nine targets for 68 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 30-15 win over Washington.
Analysis: While he wasn't able to replicate the massive target volume he saw in his Cards debut, Hopkins was still Kyler Murray's favorite option on the day and grabbed his first TD in an Arizona uniform in the first quarter to open the scoring. Hopkins will look to keep rolling in Week 3 at home against a Lions defense that's surrendered 69 points through its first two games.
Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 5:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches 14 passes in win over 49ers
Hopkins caught 14 of 16 targets for 151 yards during Sunday's 24-20 win over the 49ers.
Analysis: Hopkins drew a whopping 43-percent target share in this one and torched one of the best defensive units in the NFL from a season ago. He was limited mostly to shorter catches but did a large chunk of damage on a 33-yard gain in the fourth quarter that came within a whisker of a touchdown, setting up Kenyan Drake's decisive one-yard plunge. Hopkins appears to have settled in just fine with his new offensive scheme and should be considered an elite fantasy option in next Sunday's matchup with…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 4:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to full practice
Hopkins (non-injury) practiced in full Thursday, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Hopkins tended to a tight hamstring from mid August until recently, when he was limited Wednesday with what was termed a non-injury. Now healthy, he can turn his attention to producing with new signal-caller Kyler Murray following the trade from Houston to Arizona. Over the last six years with the Texans, Hopkins racked up at last 1,100 yards five times and totaled 52 touchdowns in 94 games.
Published: Thu, Sep 10 at 3:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Rids self of injury
Hopkins was limited at Wednesday's practice for a non-injury-related reason, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Hopkins missed some practice reps in the second half of August due to a tight hamstring, but the injury hasn't followed him into the regular season. With no health concern to speak of, Hopkins can begin to the live up to the two-year, $54.5 million extension he inked with the Cardinals on Tuesday. Prior to joining the team back in March, Hopkins managed a huge burden for the Texans, handling 162.9 targets per 16 games during his last six seasons in Houston. He may not sniff that number in 2020…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 9 at 3:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Finalizes megadeal
Hopkins (hamstring) agreed Tuesday with the Cardinals on a two-year, $54.5 million contract extension, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Now locked up through the 2024 season, Hopkins' annual average salary of $27.25 million makes him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history. He'll receive a $27.5 million signing bonus and take home $42.75 million guaranteed in the new deal, which also includes a no-trade clause. The Cardinals' big financial commitment is a deserved reward for Hopkins, who earned first-team All-Pro honors in each of his final three years with the Texans before being traded in March. While serving as the…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 8 at 9:45am by Rotowire.com
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Soon to be highest-paid WR
The Cardinals are finalizing an extension that is expected to make Hopkins (hamstring) the highest-paid wide receiver in the league, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Hopkins' new extension is expected to surpass Julio Jones' current average salary of $22 million per season. The star wideout is entering the third season of a five-year, $81 million extension, but it was always expected that dissatisfaction with that contract played a role in Hopkins being traded from Houston to Arizona earlier this offseason. A hamstring injury has hampered Hopkins since mid-August, but there's not yet reason to worry about his availability for Sept. 13's season-opener…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 7 at 6:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Back on field Monday
Hopkins (undisclosed) participated in the open part of Monday's practice, Kyle Odegard of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Hopkins has been on and off the practice field since mid-August with what was termed early on as hamstring tightness. The Cardinals aren't required to file their first injury report of the season until Wednesday, so it's unclear if the offseason addition has received clearance for all on-field activities. In any case, Hopkins' presence Monday is a sign that he's trending in the right direction for a Week 1 matchup at San Francisco.
Published: Mon, Sep 7 at 10:44am by Rotowire.com
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Return to practice imminent
Coach Kliff Kingsbury said Tuesday that Hopkins (undisclosed) is closing in on a return to full practice participation, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: A tight hamstring has hampered Hopkins at times during training camp, including keeping him sidelined both Monday and Tuesday. Ultimately, the goal is to have Hopkins enter Week 1 prep "comfortable with the game plan," per Kingsbury. As a result, Hopkins' practice reps may be limited if he gets back on the practice field this week.
Published: Tue, Sep 1 at 4:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses another practice
Hopkins didn't practice Monday or Tuesday, Kyle Odegard of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Hopkins dealt with a hamstring injury in mid-August but missed only a few days of practice. It isn't clear if his absence this week is related or not, so we'll need to see what coach Kliff Kingsbury says during his next media session.
Published: Tue, Sep 1 at 11:58am by Rotowire.com
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Resumes practicing
Hopkins (hamstring) returned to practice Wednesday, Mark McClune of Fox Sports Arizona reports.
Analysis: Hopkins shot down speculation that his absence from practice the past few days was related to dissatisfaction with his contract. The real issue was a sore hamstring, which kept him sidelined for only three days. The 28-year-old wideout will now get to work building chemistry with quarterback Kyler Murray.
Published: Wed, Aug 19 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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Expected back soon
Coach Kliff Kingsbury relayed Monday that he expects Hopkins (hamstring) to return to practice soon, Kevin Patra of NFL.com reports.
Analysis: Hopkins has now missed two straight practices due to a sore hamstring, but the Cardinals are downplaying the star wideout's issue and don't expect it to linger. Once he's back on the field, Hopkins will look to continue building his rapport with QB Kyler Murray in advance of Week 1.
Published: Mon, Aug 17 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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Tending to hamstring tightness
Coach Kliff Kingsbury said Hopkins was held out of Sunday's practice due to tightness in his left hamstring, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Kingsbury specified that the decision to hold Hopkins out of practice was precautionary, a hint that the superstar wideout isn't dealing with an injury of tremendous severity. It makes sense for the Cardinals to employ caution when it comes to the team's prized offseason acquisition, and Hopkins will have plenty of time to get healthy for Week 1. The 28-year-old has only missed two regular-season games since entering the league in 2013. Still, if Hopkins remains sidelined for any amount of…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 16 at 3:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Clears hurdle, joins Cards
Hopkins passed a physical Monday, officially clearing the way for him to join the Cardinals, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Hopkins has been a modicum of health in seven pro seasons, missing just two outings overall. He's also played at least 1,000 offensive snaps in each of the past six years while posting a 98-1,328-9 line on 163 targets per 16 games during that stretch. In the aftermath of obtaining Hopkins from the Texans, Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury mentioned "no concern" about the trade becoming official, and the wide receiver completing a physical unscathed does as much. Arizona brass already has floated…read more
Published: Mon, Apr 13 at 11:52am by Rotowire.com
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No worry about physical exam
Coach Kliff Kingsbury said there is "no concern" about finalizing the trade involving Hopkins and David Johnson, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Travel restrictions have prevented Hopkins and Johnson from undergoing physical exams with their new teams, which means the deal that was agreed upon three weeks ago still hasn't been processed through the league office. The Cardinals, seemingly unworried, have even taken the step of reaching out to Hopkins' representatives to discuss a new contract, with the veteran wideout entering the third season of a five-year, $81 million extension. Hopkins' dissatisfaction with his contract likely played…read more
Published: Wed, Apr 8 at 8:15am by Rotowire.com
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Headed to Arizona in blockbuster
The Texans have traded Hopkins and a fourth-round draft pick to the Cardinals in exchange for running back David Johnson as well as second and fourth-round choices, ESPN's Sarah Barshop reports.
Analysis: This stunning blockbuster shakes up both Arizona's pass-catching corps as well as Houston's backfield. Young QB Kyler Murray now has a new No. 1 option in Hopkins, who will head a loaded Cardinals wideout corps that also includes Larry Fitzgerald and Christian Kirk .
Published: Mon, Mar 16 at 10:48am by Rotowire.com
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Traded to Cards
The Texans are reportedly trading Hopkins to the Cardinals, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: We'll await details on the exact parameters of the deal, but this news comes shortly after reports surfaced that the Cardinals were sending running back David Johnson to Houston.
Published: Mon, Mar 16 at 10:24am by Rotowire.com
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Battled through rib injury
Hopkins acknowledged that he played through a painful rib injury Sunday in the Texans' 51-31 loss to the Chiefs in the divisional round, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: It's unclear at which point in the contest Hopkins suffered the injury, but after a brief examination in the locker room, he was deemed fit to return to action. Despite finishing the day with nine receptions for 118 yards on 14 targets, Hopkins' efforts weren't enough for the Houston offense to keep pace with a Patrick Mahomes-led attack that caught fire in the second quarter. The first-team All-Pro selection shouldn't be impacted by the injury by the time OTAs kick off in the spring, though he…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 13 at 12:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Nine catches during playoff loss
Hopkins corralled nine of 14 targets for 118 yards and fumbled once during Sunday's 51-31 divisional-round loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: The All-World receiver unsurprisingly dominated the target share with Houston's season on the line, commanding six more looks than any other Texan on Sunday and nearly 30 percent of the passing-game workload over the past two weeks combined. Hopkins' production picked up drastically after a slow start during the first quarter of the regular season. He averaged 85.7 receiving yards per game from Week 5 through Sunday's divisional-round defeat after managing 64.8 yards per contest between Weeks 1…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 12 at 6:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Leading receiver in wild-card win
Hopkins caught six of eight targets for 90 yards in Saturday's 22-19 overtime win over the Bills. He also caught a two-point conversion.
Analysis: The entire Texans offense was stagnant in the first half as the team faced a 13-0 deficit heading into the third quarter, and things didn't seem much better for Houston coming out of halftime after Hopkins lost a fumble on his first catch of the game. He got rolling after that, however, making two big grabs to help set up a Deshaun Watson TD run that got the team on the board, and Hopkins was huge in the fourth quarter and OT as they completed the comeback. The All-Pro ended up leading all…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 5 at 7:07am by Rotowire.com
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Doesn't leave bench in finale
Hopkins did not play in Sunday's 35-14 loss to the Titans in Week 17.
Analysis: Texans head coach Bill O'Brien sat many regulars, including several that didn't dress. Hopkins developed an illness during the practice week, and the coach felt no need to expose him in what turned out to be a meaningless game for Houston.
Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 4:39pm by Rotowire.com
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In uniform, but not expected to play much
Though Hopkins (illness) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Titans, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle indicates that the wideout is "expected to play sparingly" in the contest.
Analysis: The Texans still have a chance move up from the AFC's No. 4 seed to the No. 3 spot with a win Sunday and a Kansas City loss, but it sounds like the team is inclined to proceed cautiously with Hopkins, especially if the Chiefs hold on to their third-quarter lead over the Chargers. With Kenny Stills (knee) and Will Fuller (groin) inactive, look for DeAndre Carter, Keke Coutee and Steven Mitchell to handle the bulk of the team's Week 17 wideout duties.
Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 12:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely to rest Week 17
Hopkins (illness), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans, is expected to be active for the contest but won't be in line to play much, a source told Dianna Russini of ESPN.
Analysis: The Texans can move up from the AFC's No. 4 seed to the No. 3 spot with a win and a Kansas City loss, but coach Bill O'Brien apparently isn't inclined to expose Hopkins or quarterback Deshaun Watson (back) to injury with the postseason on the horizon. Houston may already be locked into the No. 4 seed by the time the 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff arrives, as the Chiefs host the Chargers as part of the 1 p.m. ET slate. With Will Fuller (groin) out, Hopkins in line to see limited work, and Watson expected…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 5:41am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable
Hopkins (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans after not practicing Friday, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Though coach Bill O'Brien has indicated that the Texans plan to play to win Sunday's contest, Houston would be unable to change its playoff seed if the Chiefs beat the Chargers. Considering Kansas City kicks off at 1 p.m. ET and the Texans don't play until 4:25 p.m. ET, O'Brien could choose to rest or limit key players like Hopkins, even if they aren't included among the team's inactives.
Published: Fri, Dec 27 at 12:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing
Hopkins (illness) wasn't at practice Friday, Aaron Reiss of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The Texans will provide an update on Hopkins with the release of their final regular-season injury report later Friday. Even if Hopkins avoids an injury designation, there's some risk that he might not play or potentially have a reduced role in Week 17. The Chiefs and Chargers kick off at 1 p.m. Sunday, and a win by Kansas City would render the outcome of the Texans' regular-season finale -- which begins at 4:25 p.m. ET -- meaningless, with regards to Houston's playoff seeding.
Published: Fri, Dec 27 at 9:53am by Rotowire.com
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Limited at practice
Hopkins (illness) logged a limited practice Thursday.
Analysis: Hopkins was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice estimate, but his return to work Thursday suggests that he'll be available for Sunday's contest versus the Titans. Friday's injury report will reveal whether the Texans' top wideout approaches the weekend listed as questionable or free of a Week 17 injury designation.
Published: Thu, Dec 26 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Practicing Thursday
Hopkins (illness) was present for practice Thursday, Aaron Reiss of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The wideout was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice estimate, but his presence on the field Thursday suggests that he'll be fine for Sunday's game against the Titans. We'll relay Hopkins' listed participant level once the team's Thursday practice report is submitted.
Published: Thu, Dec 26 at 10:42am by Rotowire.com
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Under the weather
Hopkins (illness) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice estimate.
Analysis: At this stage, Hopkins' illness is unlikely to impact his status for Sunday's game against the Titans, but coach Bill O'Brien could still choose to rest or limit the workloads of some of the Texans' key players, with an eye toward protecting them for the postseason. For his part, O'Brien told Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle that the Texans plan to play to win Sunday. Wilson notes that if the Chiefs beat the Chargers in a game that kicks off at 1 p.m. ET, the Texans' playoff seeding can't…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 25 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Held down to 23 yards
Hopkins caught five of nine targets for 23 yards during Saturday's 23-20 win over Tampa Bay.
Analysis: Hopkins' 23 yards were his smallest output since Week 6 of the 2017 season as Tampa Bay's defenders did well in keeping him in front of them, his longest gain of the day mustering just seven yards. Saturday was an overall sloppy performance by the Texans offense and it'd be foolish to overthink Hopkins' output, especially considering he entered Saturday with at least 90 yards in three of his prior four games. The regular season ends next Sunday against a Titans defense that surrendered 119…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 21 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Good to go
Hopkins (illness) does not carry an injury designation for Saturday's game against the Buccaneers after returning to a full practice Thursday.
Analysis: Hopkins sat out Wednesday's practice, but his return to a full session Thursday paves the way for the Texans' top wideout to suit up this weekend. 14 games into his 2019 campaign, Hopkins -- who has topped 100 receiving yards in back-to-back outings -- has logged a fantasy-friendly 99/1,142/7 stat line.
Published: Thu, Dec 19 at 1:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice
Hopkins (illness) was back at practice Thursday, Aaron Reiss of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Hopkins sat out practice Wednesday due to an illness, but the wideout's return to the field Thursday puts him on track to suit up Saturday against the Buccaneers. We'll circle back on Hopkins' status once the Texans' final Week 16 injury report is submitted to confirm, either way, whether he heads into the weekend minus an injury designation.
Published: Thu, Dec 19 at 10:09am by Rotowire.com
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Under the weather
Hopkins didn't practice Wednesday due to an illness.
Analysis: Hopkins should have ample time to recover before Saturday's game against the Buccaneers. A return to practice Thursday in any capacity would be the first step toward clearing up any doubt about the wideout's Week 16 status.
Published: Wed, Dec 18 at 2:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Eclipses century mark in win
Hopkins brought in six of eight targets for 119 yards in the Texans' 24-21 win over the Titans on Sunday.
Analysis: Hopkins paced the Texans in receptions, receiving yardage and targets on the afternoon, consistently beating the Titans' porous coverage. The multi-time Pro Bowler now has back-to-back 100-yard games for only the second time this season, and he's just one reception away from a second consecutive 100-catch campaign. Hopkins will be primed for another fruitful fantasy day on fantasy championship weekend for many leagues when he sees the Buccaneers' lackluster secondary in a Week 16 matchup…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Season-high receiving total in loss
Hopkins caught seven of 13 targets for 120 yards and a touchdown while adding a 12-yard carry in Sunday's 38-24 loss to Denver.
Analysis: Hopkins scored a 43-yard touchdown in the third quarter with his team trailing 38-3. He also made a 19-yard catch on fourth-and-18 in the fourth quarter, leaving his imprint on the game even in a blowout loss. Hopkins' 120 receiving yards were a season high, and fantasy owners won't care that most of his production came in garbage time. He'll remain a must-start WR1 against the Titans in Week 15.
Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 1:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads team with 64 yards
Hopkins recorded five catches (eight targets) for 64 yards in Sunday's 28-22 win over New England. He also threw for a six-yard touchdown pass on a trick play.
Analysis: Hopkins drew a tough matchup against Stephon Gilmore -- widely considered the best man-to-man corner in the game -- so the pedestrian stat line (by his standards) shouldn't come as a huge surprise. The 27-year-old still led all Houston receivers with 64 yards in a contest where Deshaun Watson spread the ball out to eight different targets. The star wideout did contribute a score in an unconventional way, throwing his first career touchdown pass to quarterback Deshaun Watson on a gadget play.…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 9:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone twice in Week 12 win
Hopkins secured six of eight targets for 94 yards and two touchdowns in the Texans' 20-17 win over the Colts on Thursday.
Analysis: Hopkins was likely due for some touchdowns after recording only four over his first 10 games, but it was the way he got in the end zone Thursday that was particularly eye-catching. Hopkins crossed the goal line from 35 and 30 yards in the second and fourth quarter, respectively, the latter score proving to be the difference in the contest. The multi-time Pro Bowler clearly seemed to benefit from the return of speedy teammate Will Fuller (hamstring) to the lineup, as Hopkins was able to exploit…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 21 at 8:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Seven catches in Week 11 loss
Hopkins secured seven of 12 targets for 80 yards in the Texans' 41-7 loss to the Ravens on Sunday.
Analysis: Hopkins' line paced the Texans' pass-catching corps across the board, but it was a mostly empty line in the grand scheme of things. The Pro Bowler does have at least 80 receiving yards in three of the past four games, and he's logged no less than seven catches in six consecutive contests, giving him one of the most solid fantasy floors of any receiver. Hopkins will look to continue producing versus the Colts in a Week 12 Thursday night divisional matchup.
Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Eight catches, TD in London
Hopkins caught eight of 11 targets for 48 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 26-3 win over the Jaguars in London. He also rushed once for six yards.
Analysis: Hopkins' one-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter completed the scoring and erased any doubt about this one. The star wide receiver has caught at least eight balls in each of his past four games, totaling 37 receptions over that span. His yardage output wasn't impressive in this one, but Hopkins made up for that by scoring his fourth touchdown of the season. The buy-low window on Hopkins was open during his five-game touchdown drought, but it has long since slammed shut heading into Houston's…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 9:38am by Rotowire.com
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