Odell Beckham Jr. is officially back in the NFL, snagging a spot on the Minnesota Vikings’ practice squad after his brief run with the New York Giants. That’s big news, but it’s really just set the stage for the next domino to fall in the veteran receiver market: Tyreek Hill. With OBJ’s deal done, all eyes are now laser-focused on Hill, who’s looking to return to the field himself after dealing with a major knee injury.
The Receiver Market Heats Up
Per NFL insider Jordan Schultz, Beckham is linking up with the Vikings. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport added that the three-time Pro Bowler will be on the practice squad. This move clears the air on one major veteran wideout, allowing the league to pivot its attention fully to the “Cheetah.” Hill’s agent, Drew Rosenhaus, wasn’t wasting any time, telling ESPN’s Adam Schefter on Monday that he was already planning to negotiate with teams for the veteran wideout that very day. The market is moving, and it’s moving fast.
Tyreek Hill’s Expected Destination?
So, where’s Tyreek Hill headed? Right now, all signs are pointing to a reunion with the Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs definitely need help at receiver after injuries to both Rashee Rice and Tyquan Thornton in their recent win over the Las Vegas Raiders. Of course, other receiver-needy teams with playoff aspirations are in the mix, including the Raiders and the New England Patriots. But here’s the kicker: Ian Rapoport said it would be a “surprise” if Hill ends up anywhere other than Kansas City. That’s a pretty strong statement, isn’t it?
With Hill’s agent already at the negotiating table, all eyes are on where the speedster ultimately lands. Will Rapoport’s “surprise” prediction hold true, or is there a curveball coming? We’ll be keeping a close watch on this one for sure as more information drops.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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