Zay Flowers Reveals the 'Perfect' Thing He's Already Learned From New Ravens Teammate DeAndre Hopkins

"He's a real vet," Flowers told reporters this week. "Like, he knows everything. He teaches you what he knows. He gives out the game, and he works hard, too. So, it’s easy to follow him. It’s easy to get behind him and do what he does."

The addition of Hopkins, 33, creates a formidable receiving trio alongside Flowers and Rashod Bateman, giving quarterback Lamar Jackson a potent arsenal. After a stellar 2024 campaign where he racked up 1,059 yards and four touchdowns, Flowers is hungry for more, and he sees Hopkins as a key to his continued development.

One of the biggest takeaways for the 24-year-old so far has been Hopkins' meticulous approach to the craft.

"He’s patient in everything he does," Flowers explained. "He understands that in practice, you’ve got to detail it, so in the game it’s perfect. So, I’ve been learning that from him."

That dedication to detail is what has allowed Hopkins to build a Hall of Fame-caliber resume, amassing 984 receptions for 12,965 yards and 83 touchdowns over his career with the Texans, Cardinals, Titans, and Chiefs.

The mentorship isn't just about on-field technique. Flowers noted that the most consistent piece of advice he's received from veteran receivers, including Hopkins, Nelson Agholor, and former Raven Odell Beckham Jr., is about longevity.

"Just take care of your body," Flowers said. "They all tell me the same thing, take care of your body and maybe I can play 13 years like them," he added with a laugh.

For a Ravens team with Super Bowl aspirations, the connection between the savvy veteran and the explosive young star could be the spark that makes their high-powered offense unstoppable. If Flowers is already perfecting his game based on Hopkins' tutelage, the rest of the AFC is officially on notice.