DeAndre Hopkins has made it clear. He’d welcome another run with the Baltimore Ravens if the interest is reciprocated. He has also stated what he’d like to be paid if a reunion is possible. Whether the two sides can meet somewhere in the middle is another conversation entirely. If this is something the Ravens are considering, they haven’t really expressed their interest publicly, so, for the sake of argument, let’s assume they don’t have any.

Baltimore isn’t a franchise that sits still when a need presents itself. If a reunion doesn’t materialize, the NFL Draft feels like the most logical place to pivot. The bigger question isn’t if they address the wide receiver position. The questions are about when they should attempt to do so. With that in mind, let’s operate under another assumption. Let’s say the top-tier names are off the board early. Prospects like Carnell Tate, Jordyn Tyson, Denzel Boston, K.C. Concepcion, and Makai Lemon are already gone. That still leaves a group of intriguing options who could step in and contribute.

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At 6-foot-4 and 223 pounds, Fields brings the kind of size Baltimore has often coveted. He helped himself with a strong showing at the Senior Bowl. He flashes physicality and reliable hands. He profiles as a possession receiver who can win contested catches. He earned Third-Team All-ACC honors while still with the Virginia Cavaliers in 2024.

Bernard has a knack for showing up in big moments. His 64 receptions for 862 yards and seven touchdowns highlight both consistency and playmaking ability. He may not be the flashiest option, but he’s dependable. He stands at six-foot-one, and he weighs 206 pounds.

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Injuries slowed Antonio Williams early, but he still managed 55 catches for 604 yards and four scores. When healthy, he’s a smooth route-runner with the ability to create separation, something every offense needs.

Coming off a standout season, 69 receptions, 937 yards, and 13 touchdowns, Cooper offers production and confidence. He’s a red-zone weapon who knows how to finish drives.

Chris Bell’s 72 catches for 917 yards and six touchdowns tell the story of a productive season, though a late ACL injury clouds his outlook. If medical evaluations come back clear, he could be one of the more intriguing value picks.

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Keep something in mind. Replacing Hopkins, if it comes to that, won’t be about finding a clone. It’ll be about finding the right fit.

This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: 5 wide receivers the Ravens could target to replace DeAndre Hopkins