BRYCEN HOPKINS NEWS

Third on depth chart Hopkins is listed as the third-string tight end on the Rams' first unofficial depth chart, Cameron DaSilva of USA Today reports.

Impact Hopkins had a breakout performance in Super Bowl LVI, notching 47 yards on four receptions after garnering just a single catch through the first twelve games of his career. Despite ending his year on a positive note, the return of Tyler Higbee combined with Kendall Blanton's presence relegates Hopkins back to a tertiary role going into his third year with the Rams, albeit with evidence that he can produce if thrust into a key role.

AUGUST 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 9, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

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AUGUST 9, 2022 • LATIMES.COM

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JUNE 30, 2022 • THERAMS.COM

Unsung hero in Super Bowl win Hopkins hauled in all four of his targets for 47 yards Sunday in the Rams' 23-20 win over the Bengals in Super Bowl LVI.

Impact After drawing only one target in total over the first 12 regular-season and playoff appearances of his career, Hopkins saw a surprising amount of involvement on the biggest stage. With Tyler Higbee (knee) placed on injured reserve in advance of the Super Bowl, Kendall Blanton drew the start at tight end, but it was Hopkins who operated as the top pass-catching option at the position. He ended up out-snapping Blanton, 39-30, and had a key third-down reception with just over four minutes remaining on the Rams' game-winning scoring drive. Higbee should be back to full strength for the offseason program and is under contract through 2023, but Hopkins' Super Bowl performance could be a springboard for him to take on a more enhanced role as Higbee's top backup next season.

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rams overcome injuries, dig deep in rally to win Super Bowl

The Los Angeles Rams were all but out of playmakers in the second half of the Super Bowl

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brycen Hopkins' second catch of 2021 season goes for 16 yards in Super Bowl Los Angeles Rams tight end Brycen Hopkins' second catch of 2021 season goes for 16 yards in Super Bowl.

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • NFL.COM

Super Bowl Live: Kupp named Super Bowl MVP after winning TD

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp has been named the Super Bowl’s Most Valuable Player

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

LTs Williams, Whitworth active for NFC title game; Rapp out

Left tackle Trent Williams is active for the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game, while safety Taylor Rapp is inactive for the Los Angeles Rams

JANUARY 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

First career reception in win Hopkins caught his lone target for nine yards during Tuesday's 20-10 win over Seattle. He played 22 of 66 offensive snaps.

Impact With this being Hopkins' first career reception, it's unlikely it made a fantasy ripple. He's only played 55 offensive snaps this season, after all. Additionally, with Tyler Higbee potentially returning from the reserve/COVID-19 list next week, it's likely Hopkins reassumes a tertiary role in the offense.

DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Activated from COVID list Hopkins was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday.

Impact Hopkins hit the list Tuesday but was eligible for a quick return because he had been vaccinated. With Tyler Higbee still on the COVID list, the Purdue product should be the Rams' No. 2 tight end Sunday against Seattle behind Kendall Blanton.

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rams' Beckham headlines COVID-19 list as NFL outbreak widens

Los Angeles Rams receiver Odell Beckham Jr. has been added to the COVID-19 reserve list as the NFL reports 28 more positive tests among players

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Going to reserve/COVID-19 Hopkins was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday.

Impact The tight end will enter the league's COVID-19 protocols, but since he's vaccinated, he only needs two negative tests this week to be active Sunday against the Seahawks. Hopkins has appeared in three straight games for the Rams, logging 33 offensive snaps without a target.

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rams place Odell Beckham Jr., Terrell Burgess, Brycen Hopkins, JuJu Hughes, Alaric Jackson, Sebastian Joseph-Day, Jonah Williams on Reserve/COVID-19 list; activate Tyler Higbee off list The Los Angeles Rams have placed wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., defensive back Terrell Burgess, tight Brycen Hopkins, defensive back JuJu...

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • THERAMS.COM

Beckham, Fuller among 9 Rams to COVID-19 reserve list

Receiver Odell Beckham Jr., safety Jordan Fuller and eight of their Los Angeles Rams teammates went on the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday amid the latest expansion of their virus ou...

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Beckham, Miller to make Rams debuts vs. 49ers

Odell Beckham Jr. and Von Miller are active and will make their debuts for the Los Angeles Rams for their game against the San Francisco 49ers

NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Von Miller inactive for LA Rams' showdown with Titans

Linebacker Von Miller will not make his debut for the Los Angeles Rams against the Tennessee Titans

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Logs full practice Hopkins (illness) was able to practice in full Thursday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

Impact Hopkins got in a full practice Thursday after missing practice on Wednesday. Hopkins, a converted wide receiver from Purdue, was expected to step into a bigger role in 2021 with Gerald Everett going to Seattle, but he fell behind 2021 fourth-round selection Jacob Harris on the depth chart. Hopkins played in five games in 2020 but was mostly used on special teams and never saw a target. He'll try to push his way up the depth chart and get a chance to play Sunday against the Titans.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Seahawks without starting RB Chris Carson against Rams

The Seattle Seahawks will be without starting running back Chris Carson against the Los Angeles Rams because of a neck issue

OCTOBER 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Inactive against Colts Hopkins (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's Week 2 contest against the Colts, Gary Klein of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Hopkins has slipped down the tight end depth chart behind Tyler Higbee, Johnny Mundt and Jacob Harris. As a result, It may take an injury for him to see game action in immediately upcoming contests.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 2, 2021 • THERAMS.COM

Could see competition for snaps Hopkins will compete for offensive snaps with fourth-round selection Jacob Harris, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

Impact While Harris was a wide receiver in college, he spent his time during the pre-draft process with tight ends coach Wes Phillips, and he's expected to be a lock to play special teams. Hopkins was limited to a developmental role and received just two offensive snaps last season, but tight end Gerald Everett is out of the picture after signing with the Seahawks during free agency, so there should be opportunities for Hopkins to take a step forward in Year 2.

MAY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hardly plays in 2020 Hopkins suited up for five games but played just two offensive snaps during the 2020 regular season.

Impact The fourth-round selection in the 2020 NFL Draft owns the athleticism to take a step forward next season, and he could have more of an opportunity with fellow tight ends Gerald Everett and Johnny Mundt both set for free agency. Still, it's rare for a second-year tight end to leap right into fantasy relevance, and Tyler Higbee is still the No. 1 option at the position. It's likely best to take a wait-and-see approach with Hopkins until the dust settles following the draft and free agency.

JANUARY 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jared Goff active for Rams less than 2 weeks after surgery

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff is active for the NFC wild-card matchup against the Seattle Seahawks

JANUARY 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dwayne Haskins starts for Washington despite breaking rules

Dwayne Haskins gets his second consecutive start for Washington with quarterback Alex Smith out again because of a right calf injury

DECEMBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS