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Chip Kelly's hard hat photo at Northwestern goes viral

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 2:55 AM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Chip Kelly's hard hat photo at Northwestern goes viral

Summary

Chip Kelly, recently named offensive coordinator for Northwestern, is generating buzz due to a viral photo of him in a hard hat and safety vest at the site of the school's new stadium. The image has sparked amusement online, showcasing a stark contrast to his previous role in the NFL with the Las Vegas Raiders. Kelly expressed interest in returning to college football, taking the position despite the challenges faced by Northwestern in a competitive. The new stadium, also named Ryan Field, is set to open for its first game against Penn State on October 2.

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Key Details

•Chip Kelly is Northwestern's new offensive coordinator.
•A photo of him in a hard hat has gone viral.
•The school is constructing a new stadium set to open October 2.
•Kelly previously coached in the NFL with the Las Vegas Raiders.
•The image reflects a shift from professional football to college athletics.

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2:55 AMYahoo Sports — Former Ohio State offensive coordinator Chip Kelly photo goes viral

What they're saying

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Former Ohio State offensive coordinator Chip Kelly is going viral for the wrong reason. A photo of him wearing a hard hat at Northwestern is amusing.
— Yahoo Sports

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