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Ravens Plan Bigger Role for DeAndre Hopkins After Explosive Start

Baltimore plans to expand the veteran receiver's workload after two games of high-impact efficiency.

Overview

  • Offensive coordinator Todd Monken said Hopkins' snap count will rise as the season progresses.
  • Hopkins has played limited snaps so far—35% in Week 1 and 18% in Week 2—yet he has four catches on four targets for 99 yards and two touchdowns.
  • John Harbaugh lauded Hopkins' contested-catch ability, saying great coverage still hasn't stopped him from making plays.
  • Lamar Jackson praised Hopkins' hands and veteran savvy, noting he can be covered and still finish difficult receptions.
  • Analyst Troy Aikman said Hopkins provides the downfield, contested-catch threat Baltimore had been missing, enhancing the offense's vertical dimension.