DeAndre Hopkins is starting his year off with some decent numbers for the Houston Texans. He is today's focus of the target.
Hopkins has 13 catches, 2 touchdowns, and is averaging almost 17.5 yards per catch. The number 2 wide receiver in Houston for the time being, he is likely to draw the second corner on opposing teams, and will most likely not get double coverage much. I am a fan of the talented number 2 receivers in an offense who have talent. Year 2 is often a breakout season for talented players at the position.
His upcoming match ups seem to lend themselves to the possibility of his numbers being sustainable for the duration. Buffalo in week 4 is a difficult draw for Hopkins, but after that the Texans play against the Dallas Cowboys, Indianapolis Colts, Pittsburgh Steelers who lost Ike Taylor this week with a broken arm, Tennessee Titans, and Philadelphia Eagles before their week 10 bye. This schedule provides for some good games, and has a few possible shootouts with teams that have good offense and questionable defense.
Hopkins was most likely a round 4-6 pick in your draft depending on league size and rules. This should make his price considerably less than the top tier receivers and provide a good return on your investment. I would consider offering a mid level running back if you can spare one to the Hopkins owner in your league. If said owner doesn't like the idea of trading Hopkins, take a week and if he doesn't have a good game against Buffalo, give it another try.
The fantasy playoff run starts out quite well for Hopkins schedule, before toughening up during week 16. But if your playoffs run until week 17, the Texans play Jacksonville twice in the last 4 weeks of the season. Hopkins would be a primary and affordable target for a trade who could produce monster results.
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