Of course, Sanders' high opinion of Hopkins is a big deal because, in his 17-year career as a cornerback, he faced some of the greats, like Jerry Rice, Michael Irvin, and Andre Reed. Sanders even has some of his own experience playing wide receiver at the NFL level, accumulating 60 receptions, 784 yards and three touchdowns.

DeAndre Hopkins had an emotional statement following the Chiefs' AFC Championship victory over the Bills on Sunday.

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins is headed to the Super Bowl for the first time in his 12-year career. Hopkins has helped the Chiefs make history as the first team to play in a third straight Super Bowl after winning it the previous two seasons.