DeAndre Hopkins joins Georgia Tech as assistant wide receivers coach
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 3:32 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
DeAndre Hopkins has taken on the role of assistant wide receivers coach at Georgia Tech. The five-time All-Pro wide receiver announced he is not retiring from professional football at this time. Hopkins' dual commitment as both a player and coach reflects his ongoing ambition in the sport, as he continues to contribute to the team while also preparing for the upcoming season. His presence on the coaching staff could also impact player development within the program.
- •DeAndre Hopkins is now an assistant coach at Georgia Tech.
- •He has not announced his retirement as a player.
- •Hopkins previously achieved five All-Pro selections.
- •His decision to coach coincides with the upcoming football season.
- 3:32 PMYahoo Sports — 5-time All-Pro WR DeAndre Hopkins says he's not retired from NFL after becoming Georgia Tech's assistant receivers coach
- 3:06 PMESPN — WR Hopkins tries coaching as Georgia Tech asst.
"Five-time All-Pro wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins has joined Georgia Tech as assistant wide receivers coach but says he isn't retiring as a player yet.
"Hopkins, 34, didn't sign with a team as a free agent this offseason.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 1, 2026, 3:32 PM5-time All-Pro WR DeAndre Hopkins says he's not retired from NFL after becoming Georgia Tech's assistant receivers coach
Hopkins, 34, didn't sign with a team as a free agent this offseason.
- ESPNAug 1, 2026, 3:06 PMWR Hopkins tries coaching as Georgia Tech asst.
Five-time All-Pro wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins has joined Georgia Tech as assistant wide receivers coach but says he isn't retiring as a player yet.
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