The Facts: As noted in a previous itemk, the new deal for DeVante Parker will immediately cause a hubbub regarding the Patriots potentially signing DeAndre Hopkins, who visited with the team earlier in June. However, Rapoport reported Parker's new contract will not dampen any optimism of bringing in Hopkins, who's not expected to sign with a club until just before training camps kick off in late July.

Diehards Line:Hopkins has reportedly narrowed his potential landing spots to just two teams amid his free agency. The player has completed visits with both the Tennessee Titans and New England Patriots. According to ESPN’s Dianna Russini, both teams have tabled offers that are now under consideration. ... Stay tuned.