Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes headline Sunday's AFC championship. DeAndre Hopkins, who dreams of reaching his first Super Bowl, could play a key role

In his 12th NFL season, Hopkins is hoping to capture his first Super Bowl ring with the best team he's yet to play for.

Kansas City #Chiefs wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins says the chance at a Super Bowl is a ‘childhood dream’ | @EdEastonJr

Kansas City Chiefs wideout DeAndre Hopkins is looking forward to the opportunity to play meaningful football against his former team

Kansas City Chiefs receiver DeAndre Hopkins has a long history with the Houston Texans. The veteran standout began his career in Houston and ranks second all-time in franchise history in receptions, receiving yards and touchdowns. And he has a vast knowledge of the Texans-Chiefs playoff history.

The best quarterback in football has weathered changes around him with his persistence, problem-solving ability and willingness to adjust.

The Chiefs, seeking the first Super Bowl three-peat, will host the AFC Championship Game for the sixth time in the last seven years.

The Kansas City Chiefs traded for DeAndre Hopkins midway through the season, back when the two-time defending Super Bowl champs had lost wide receivers Marquise Brown and Rashee Rice to injuries, and the hope was that the three-time All-Pro could help to stabilize a position group that had struggled for years.

DeAndre Hopkins had been around the league a while ... Suddenly, he was teamed with Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Chris Jones, Andy Reid and others and never before felt the weight of ...

Chiefs head coach Andy Reid, quarterback Patrick Mahomes, and wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins are currently speaking to reporters.

Taylor Rapp’s status for the AFC Championship remains uncertain as the Buffalo Bills prepare to face the Kansas City Chiefs on January 26th. Get the latest updates on Rapp's injury and how it impacts the Bills’ secondary.