Steve Keim refutes DeAndre Hopkins's PED test accusation
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 8:21 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
DeAndre Hopkins recently tweeted, then deleted, a claim of being "set up" regarding a positive PED test. He implied involvement by former Cardinals G.M. Steve Keim. In response, Keim strongly denied any wrongdoing and stated he did not interfere with Hopkins's drug test. He expressed concerns over the impact of the accusation on his reputation and announced that he has retained counsel to address the matter. Civil litigation may be considered following the allegations, which emerged after Keim was linked to a deceased individual involved in a separate controversy.
- •Hopkins's accusation suggests manipulation of his 2022 drug test.
- •Keim denies any involvement or wrongdoing regarding the PED test.
- •Keim plans to protect his legal rights through counsel.
- •Civil litigation is a potential next step for Keim.
- •The controversy follows Keim's name being linked to a deceased individual.
- 8:21 PMYahoo Sports — Steve Keim denies altering DeAndre Hopkins' failed drug test
- 12:23 AMYahoo Sports — Steve Keim strongly denies DeAndre Hopkins's claim regarding positive PED test
"Former Cardinals receiver DeAndre Hopkins recently tweeted, then deleted, a claim that he was "set up" regarding a failed PED test.
"Steve Keim is defending himself after DeAndre Hopkins accused the former GM of manipulating a drug test to get the WR suspended.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 8:21 PMSteve Keim denies altering DeAndre Hopkins' failed drug test
Steve Keim is defending himself after DeAndre Hopkins accused the former GM of manipulating a drug test to get the WR suspended.
- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 12:23 AMSteve Keim strongly denies DeAndre Hopkins's claim regarding positive PED test
Former Cardinals receiver DeAndre Hopkins recently tweeted, then deleted, a claim that he was "set up" regarding a failed PED test.
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