DeAndre Hopkins being traded to the New England Patriots has continued to gain steam ever since the Arizona Cardinals wideout first was involved in trade speculation.
One well-sourced Patriots reporter said last week there is a “reasonable chance” Bill Belichick could part with what it takes to acquire Hopkins. That came after Hopkins admitted he’s been hearing trade talks, NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport indicated the Hopkins-Patriots trade could work and New England being viewed as the betting favorite.
However, those positive trends were halted a bit Sunday as one well-respected Cardinals reporter spoke with a source who pumped the brakes.