Rise to Success: Career Highlights of DeAndre Hopkins

How DeAndre Hopkins built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

DeAndre Hopkins, known as "DHop" and "Nuk", is a professional American football wide receiver currently playing for the Baltimore Ravens. He was drafted by the Houston Texans in the first round of the 2013 NFL draft after playing college football at Clemson. Hopkins has also played for the Arizona Cardinals, Tennessee Titans, and Kansas City Chiefs during his NFL career. A five-time Pro Bowler and All-Pro selection, Hopkins is recognized as one of the top receivers in the league.

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March 7, 2013: Participated in Clemson's pro day

On March 7, 2013, DeAndre Hopkins participated in Clemson's pro day in preparation for the NFL draft.

July 24, 2013: Signed with the Houston Texans

On July 24, 2013, DeAndre Hopkins signed a four-year, $7.62 million contract with the Houston Texans, with the first three years fully guaranteed.

December 2, 2013: Gary Kubiak fired by the Texans

On December 2, 2013, head coach Gary Kubiak was fired after the Texans posted a 2–11 record.

November 30, 2014: Season-high performance against the Titans

On November 30, 2014, DeAndre Hopkins had a season-high performance against the Tennessee Titans, catching nine passes for 238 receiving yards and two touchdowns in a 45-21 victory.

July 30, 2016: Hopkins holds out for a new contract

On July 30, 2016, DeAndre Hopkins did not report to training camp, initiating a holdout in pursuit of a new contract with the Houston Texans.

August 31, 2017: Signed contract extension with the Texans

On August 31, 2017, DeAndre Hopkins signed a five-year, $81 million contract extension with the Houston Texans, which included $49 million guaranteed and a $7.5 million signing bonus.

December 19, 2017: Named to Pro Bowl

On December 19, 2017, DeAndre Hopkins was named to his second Pro Bowl.

March 16, 2020: Traded to the Arizona Cardinals

On March 16, 2020, DeAndre Hopkins was traded by the Texans to the Arizona Cardinals along with a fourth-round pick for David Johnson, a 2020 second-round pick, and a 2021 fourth-round pick. The trade was highly criticized.

September 8, 2020: Signed contract extension with the Cardinals

On September 8, 2020, DeAndre Hopkins signed a two-year, $54.5 million contract extension with the Cardinals.

September 13, 2020: Debut as a Cardinal

On September 13, 2020, DeAndre Hopkins debuted as a Cardinal against the San Francisco 49ers, recording a career-high 14 receptions for 151 yards in the 24–20 win.

May 2, 2022: Suspended by the NFL

On May 2, 2022, the NFL announced that DeAndre Hopkins would be suspended for the first six games of the season for violating the league's performance-enhancing drugs policy.