feature-image

USA Today via Reuters

feature-image

USA Today via Reuters

Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills went through a season of ups, downs, and life-altering events. The team came agonizingly close to heading to the Super Bowl but was unfortunately knocked out of contention. But there’s no doubt that they will be hoping to come back stronger. And perhaps, their plan for the next season includes acquiring new talent, including one superstar wide receiver in particular.

As the most intense part of the offseason, the free agency period calls for dynamic changes within franchises’ structures. At present teams are navigating plans to free up cap space and acquire stars who could potentially alter the course of the next season. That puts the free agents on the market in the spotlight. So when one of the biggest names on the market at present made a cryptic social media move, fans immediately began speculating about the plans that could potentially be underway. So, who caused such a stir in the NFL Twitterverse?

Watch What’s Trending Now!

This WR made a mysterious move involving Bills QB Josh Allen

DeAndre Hopkins is one of the biggest stars on the free agent market at present. Rumors concerning his potential trade have been making the rounds on a regular basis. And now, the Cardinals WR may have hinted at a potential landing spot. On Wednesday evening, Hopkins followed Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen on Instagram. But that wasn’t the move that sounded the alarm bell for fans.

ADVERTISEMENT

Read More: DeAndre Hopkins Trade Update: Insider Reveals Deal With New England Stuck on Just Two Things

ADVERTISEMENT

After following the QB, the WR posted a picture on his Instagram story with Bob Marley crooning ‘Buffalo Soldier’ in the background. Instagram’s story feature which automatically displays the lyrics of songs captioned the picture, “Said he was a Buffalo Soldier, Dreadlock Rasta…” 

Although the story was deleted, fans were quick to catch the potential hint. Here’s what they had to say.

ADVERTISEMENT

Allen and the Bills could potentially benefit from Hopkins’ presence on their roster

With the lack of on-field action during the offseason, NFL fans have been keeping their ears peeled for updates concerning big trades. And DeAndre Hopkins’ mysterious post did not slip their notice. One fan broke the situation down but had a diplomatic opinion

ADVERTISEMENT

Another fan confidently stated

ADVERTISEMENT

One user mused

ADVERTISEMENT

This fan emphasized

ADVERTISEMENT

Another user stated

One fan interpreted the situation differently

ADVERTISEMENT

If the WR is headed to the Bills, there’s no doubt that their offense would be one of the toughest in the league. With Stefon Diggs and Josh Allen, Hopkins could make a serious impact. How do you think this situation will play out? Let us know in the comments.

WATCH THIS STORY: “I’d say he’s a f—ing”: Aaron Rodgers puts wish list rumors to bed once and for all

ADVERTISEMENT

Share this with a friend:

Link Copied!

ADVERTISEMENT

Written by

author-image

Anika Gomez

604 Articles

Anika Gomez is an NFL writer at Essentially Sports. She holds a degree in Journalism, Psychology, and Communicative English from the National School of Journalism and Public Discourse. Anika loves American Football, Formula 1, Basketball, and Tennis. She is a passionate fan of the Cincinnati Bengals. Yes, she has been following Joe Burrow from his days as a college athlete and no, she is not a bandwagoner. She fervently believes that Baker Mayfield is not overrated and will write a strongly-worded email to those who disagree. When she's not up at ungodly hours watching NFL and NBA games, Anika can be found trying to finish her bottomless pile of TBRs, making Pinterest boards, and unsuccessfully attempting to make aesthetically pleasing art.

Know more

ADVERTISEMENT