Still, Hopkins caught passes from a ton of quarterbacks, including lesser-known names such as Tom Savage, TJ Yates and so forth. Now, at long last, Hopkins isn't just going to the Super Bowl, but he gets to catch passes from one of the greatest quarterbacks in recent memory.

DeAndre Hopkins has accomplished plenty of individual success during his 12-year career. A Super Bowl appearance has evaded him until now.

The Chiefs have, of course. They are making their third straight trip to the big game, and fifth in six years, as they try to become the first franchise in NFL history to raise three consecutive Lombardi Trophies come Super Bowl Sunday. They might as well start scheduling these February business trips.