Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins continues to build on a promising rookie year. The second-year wideout has reportedly "starred" in training camp. With Andre Johnson sidelined by a hamstring injury, Hopkins has been standing out in the No. 1 receiver role.
DeAndre Hopkins shining in training camp, has strong fantasy upside
DeAndre Hopkins has had an excellent camp so far and looks to take a leap in his second season. We break down the fantasy implications.
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Head coach Bill O’Brien has been pleased with Hopkins’ progress over the summer, telling the Houston Chronicle, “He’s one of the guys out there that I think is much improved from April 7, when we started, to where we are now. ... He’s a guy that really, in our opinion, gets better and better every day. So just got to keep it going.”
A first-round pick out of Clemson in 2013, Hopkins reeled in 52 catches for 802 yards and two touchdowns in his first season.
Fantasy impact: Nearly all the pieces are in place for Hopkins to take a big leap in his second season. The one major concern is the quarterback position -- Ryan Fitzpatrick is the expected starter, which could limit Houston's offense across the board. Hopkins has legitimate WR1 upside and is a must-own Dynasty player, but he projects as more of an WR3 in 2014.
