Sure, Hooper was a favorite target for Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan when he was healthy. It’s well documented the two spent extra time together in the offseason in hopes of developing some chemistry. But offense for the Falcons is the main problem.
And reports are that the Browns are willing to make Hooper the highest-paid tight end in the NFL. Does he deserve that? Well, you could argue other than Travis Kelce he takes the cake for second place. But the Falcons offensive cap space is already being eaten up by Matt Ryan’s contract (which has been restructured a few times) and Julio Jones (who deserves it) and soon, Calvin Ridley (who they will have to pay).