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Will Patriots pursue DeAndre Hopkins after Cardinals release? Here are latest reports

Will Pats pursue new free agent DeAndre Hopkins? Here's what we know originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston

A plot twist has been introduced to the NFL offseason just before Memorial Day weekend.

The Arizona Cardinals announced Friday they have released five-time Pro Bowl wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins, making him an unrestricted free agent and ending his three-year tenure in the desert.

So, where will Hopkins land next -- and are the New England Patriots are realistic suitor? The Athletic's Jeff Howe reports the Patriots are "more likely" to pursue Hopkins now that he doesn't carry a $ 30.