For a time, Kansas City Chiefs receiver DeAndre Hopkins believed his future was in basketball. As a high school freshman, he attended NBA star Chris Paul’s elite camp in North Carolina. He also impressed going against other future basketball pros, including 2012 first-round draft pick Marquis Teague.

Kansas City Chiefs receiver DeAndre Hopkins is about to play in his first Super Bowl, and to say he's excited is an understatement.

Prediction, pick and betting odds for Chiefs veteran receiver DeAndre Hopkins against the Eagles at Super Bowl LIX.

Both parts of that statement changed this season. After Hopkins got traded to the Kansas City Chiefs and finally experienced some winning — he was a part of two playoff wins in his first 11 seasons then doubled that total with the Chiefs last month — it came as he was practically a ghost in the offense.

It might have taken 12 years as pro, multiple teams and a trade earlier this season, but DeAndre “Nuk” Hopkins will be suiting up Sunday for the Kansas City Chiefs with a chance to become a Super Bowl champion. The three-time first-team NFL All-Pro and Clemson great is finally on football’s greatest stage.

Patience is a virtue, and that couldn't be more true for veteran receiver DeAndre Hopkins. After enduring years of instability at quarterback, we’ve got you covered on what to expect from one of Patrick Mahomes' newest weapons.

DeAndre Hopkins is one of the newest Kansas City Chiefs. He’s no stranger to big moments in his career, but this Super Bowl will be his first opportunity to perform on the NFLs