The Baltimore Ravens did what everyone was hoping to see from them in Week 2, dominating the Cleveland Browns 41-17. It was an impressive showing from both sides, as the offense was electric, per usual, and the defense forced two key turnovers. One of the stars of the show was veteran wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins. The player everyone was calling washed ahead of the 2025 season, found the end zone yet again on Sunday. He caught two passes for 64 yards and a touchdown, proving to be a big play threat for an offense that was struggling to find a rhythm in the first half. Through two weeks now, Hopkins has four receptions, 99 yards, and two touchdowns. He is still a productive player, as he continues to polish up his Hall of Fame resume. Following the game, Hopkins was asked about how the online critics motivate him going into his age-33 season. In response, Hopkins shut down the idea that they motivate him and opened up about what truly motivates him each and every game. “What motivates me is my mom being blin
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