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In the ongoing saga of free agent wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins, the Buffalo Bills have emerged as a potential destination if the price is right, according to insider Jeff Darlington of ESPN.
Hopkins recently visited the Tennessee Titans and New England Patriots, but his future remains uncertain as he continues to explore his options.
During an appearance on The Rich Eisen Show, Darlington discussed the market for Hopkins and the possibility of him “ring chasing,” meaning signing with a contender while taking a pay-cut.
Darlington revealed that he sensed Hopkins had priced himself out of Buffalo, despite the Bills’ strong interest in adding him to their roster.
Darlington stated, “My understanding with the Bills is like, yeah, they love DeAndre Hopkins, he’d be a great addition, but they’re not gonna pay him.” This implies that the Bills would like to acquire Hopkins, but they are unwilling to meet his financial demands.
Since his release by the Cardinals, Hopkins has been linked to multiple teams as he weighs his options.
Recent reports suggest that both the Patriots and the Titans have extended contract offers to Hopkins, with the Titans appearing to be the more aggressive team in their pursuit of him. However, no official announcement has been made regarding his signing with any team thus far.