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The Tennessee Titans have secured the services of star wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins on a two-year deal worth $26 million on Sunday.
According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Hopkins has the opportunity to increase his earnings by an additional $3 million each year through a series of carefully crafted incentives.
Under the terms of the agreement, Hopkins can unlock the extra $3 million annually based on his performance in specific statistical categories.
The incentives are divided into three main areas: yards, catches, and touchdowns. The talented wideout must reach predetermined thresholds to trigger these lucrative bonuses.
For yardage, Hopkins has the opportunity to earn the following bonuses:
- 750 yards: $250,000
- 850 yards: $500,000
- 950 yards: $750,000
- 1,050 yards: $1 million
In terms of catches, the wide receiver will be rewarded for reaching the following milestones:
- 65 catches: $250,000
- 75 catches: $500,000
- 85 catches: $750,000
- 95 catches: $1 million
Additionally, Hopkins can secure financial rewards based on his touchdown production:
- 4 touchdowns: $250,000
- 6 touchdowns: $500,000
- 8 touchdowns: $750,000
- 10 touchdowns: $1 million
The structure of this contract demonstrates the Titans’ confidence in Hopkins’ abilities and highlights their desire to reward him generously for his on-field performance.
The deal is seen as a win-win situation, as it provides motivation for Hopkins to excel while allowing the Titans to retain a top-tier talent in their receiving corps.
DeAndre Hopkins, widely regarded as one of the most skilled wide receivers in the league, has consistently delivered exceptional performances throughout his career. His arrival in Tennessee is expected to bolster the team’s offensive capabilities significantly, providing their star quarterback with a reliable target.
With this new incentive-laden contract, Hopkins now has added motivation to surpass the specified thresholds, both for individual accomplishments and to contribute to the Titans’ overall success.