DeAndre Hopkins is attending New England Patriots training camp this week, but not as a player, multiple outlets report. Yahoo Sports says Hopkins, a current free agent and former three-time All-Pro and five-time Pro Bowler, arrives to shadow members of the Patriots staff as the team opens practice on Tuesday. Patriots coach Mike Vrabel is cited as confirming that Hopkins is not in town for a tryout, noting that Hopkins previously played under Vrabel with the Tennessee Titans in 2023.
Newsweek also reports that Hopkins appears at the camp and is “picking” or considering his next career move, describing his presence as drawing attention as he evaluates options. Another Yahoo Sports NFL version frames the visit as part of exploring a possible post-playing career in football.
The sources do not indicate Hopkins is participating in practices or signing with the Patriots, and his exact role or duration at camp beyond shadowing is not specified. Overall, the coverage agrees that his attendance is focused on learning from the organization and considering future steps rather than attempting to rejoin the roster.
