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Five 2026 NFL draft targets who can replace DeAndre Hopkins

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With DeAndre Hopkins nearing the end of his tenure, we highlight five 2026 NFL Draft wide receiver prospects who could step in and replace his production and impact.

DeAndre Hopkins has made it clear. He'd welcome another run with the Baltimore Ravens if the interest is reciprocated. He has also stated what he'd like to be paid if a reunion is possible .

Whether the two sides can meet somewhere in the middle is another conversation entirely. If this is something the Ravens are considering, they haven't really expressed their interest publicly, so, for the sake of argument, let's assume they don't have any. Baltimore isn't a franchise that sits still when a need presents itself.

If a reunion doesn't materialize, the NFL Draft feels like the most logical place to pivot. The bigger question isn't if they address the wide receiver position. The questions are about when they should attempt to do so.

With that in mind, let's operate under another assumption. Let's say the top-tier names are off the board early. Prospects like Carnell Tate, Jordyn Tyson, Denzel Boston, K.