Cardinals' DeAndre Hopkins sends mixed signals with latest comments on future

On Monday's edition of the "I Am Athlete" podcast, Hopkins seemed to reverse course with some of the things he said. 

While he spent time praising the likes of Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson and Buffalo Bills signal-caller Josh Allen, his words on the Cardinals quarterbacks weren't quite as glowing.

Compared to how he was hinting at a future in Arizona just three weeks ago, the star wide receiver's words on Monday are mixed signals at best. At worst, this is clearly a bad look for Hopkins, showing his discontent with the Cardinals' situation and some in Arizona may feel he's not being a good teammate.

For what it's worth, general manager Monti Ossenfort said during the NFL Draft that he didn't "foresee" a Hopkins trade happening this offseason.

The five-time Pro Bowler played in a career-low nine games last season, thanks largely to his six-game PED suspension. Hopkins was still productive though, collecting 64 receptions for 717 and three touchdowns while posting a solid 66.7% catch percentage.

Despite the missed time, Hopkins still finished first among all Arizona players in receiving yards and finished second in catches and targets, just behind Marquise Brown in both categories.

The soon-to-be 31-year-old is scheduled to hit free agency after the 2024 season.