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Can DeAndre Hopkins be the missing piece for the Chiefs' revenge against the Raiders?

After feeling like they were going to drown shortly, the Chiefs have finally secured a talented wide receiver. DeAndre Hopkins has joined their squad, and the enthusiasm level is off the charts. The entire roaster was waiting for a moment like this. Now Hopkins only needs to coordinate with the brilliant quarterback Patrick Mahomes. If this occurs, the Chiefs are back on pace, and everything appears to be going well up to this point.

As you may have heard, Matt Nagy, the Chiefs’ offensive coordinator, is pleased with the deal. Nagy understands the value of a solid wide receiver and the team’s success with them this season. DeAndre Hopkins stepping in to make a save when the team most needed it is a godsend. Nagy says that the WR has extensive experience and, with preparation, can be their trump card, afterall Hopkins “has the least amount of drops in the history of the NFL.” The WR, per his stats, has a minimal 4% chance of dropping a ball! And right now, he is doing the finest thing possible: connecting with the rest of the squad.

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The OC looked confident during his statement, which shows his trust in DeAndre Hopkins: “It’s exciting for everybody. You get a guy that’s super experienced and had a lot of success… He came in this morning ready to rock n’ roll. He’s trying to figure out where to sit in the meetings, the walkthroughs, and the tempo of practice… his hands are phenomenal.” Based on these statements, it is evident that the Chiefs will not be stopping anytime soon.

So far, the team has been brutal, but their upcoming game will be a test for them. It will be interesting to see what the new receiver brings to the Chiefs’ table. Moreover, there is some interesting history going in this game too.

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Can DeAndre Hopkins help the Chiefs execute their revenge?

Confused about the revenge part? Actually, next week the Chiefs will face the Raiders. Although, in terms of all-time records, the 2023 Super Bowl victors are far ahead of the Raiders. They have 73 victories to Las Vegas’ 55. The two sides have even played two draws. But this was all in the past; what about the last time they played each other?

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Can DeAndre Hopkins be the missing piece for the Chiefs' revenge against the Raiders?

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Some of you may not remember, but the Chiefs last faced the Raiders last season. The Chiefs hosted the Raiders and failed to win on their own grounds. Las Vegas won by a narrow margin of 20-14.

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Patrick Mahomes and company will try to get their retribution by standing tall in the end. DeAndre Hopkins has the potential to play a significant role in this game, and supporters are eager to see him play for the Chiefs this season.

So far, the receiver has played six games and has been cruel on the field. He has 15 receptions for 173 yards and one touchdown for the Titans, with a long reception of 23 yards. Do you believe the WR can be a solid player for the Chiefs and project even higher stats?

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