DeAndre Hopkins Backs Zay Flowers: Check the Tape

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The Andre Hopkins, a five-time pro-buller, known for his elite route running, recently

spoke up for Baltimore Raven's wide receiver, Zay Flowers.

He pushed back hard against claims that Flowers fall short as a top option on the field.

Hopkins bases his take on game film, highlighting Flowers' explosiveness, quick separation

from defenders, and knack for making plays and clutch.

Moments.

These are the hallmarks of a true number one receiver in his eyes.

Daughters often point to Flowers' smaller size and non-traditional build, which doesn't

match the old prototype for star-wide outs.

But the leak has shifted, rewarding speed, precision, and yards after the catch over sheer

physicality.

Young towns like Flowers just need reps to build consistency and rapport with their quarterback.

The growing chemistry typically sparks the big production jumps everyone expects.

Hopkins keeps his tray forward.

If you're sleeping on Flowers, check the tape again, because he's already proving he's

built for the spotlight.