DeAndre Hopkins joins Georgia Tech as assistant wide receivers coach
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 1:11 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
DeAndre Hopkins has been named the assistant wide receivers coach for Georgia Tech, effective August 1, 2026. The three-time First-Team All-Pro will focus on developing the Yellow Jackets' receiving talent while leveraging his experience and knowledge from his NFL career. Head coach Brent Key praised Hopkins for his leadership and insights into offensive strategies, particularly due to his relationship with offensive coordinator George Godsey. While stepping into this coaching role, Hopkins has not closed the door on continuing his NFL career, indicating interest in future opportunities.
- •Hopkins joins Georgia Tech as an assistant coach for wide receivers.
- •He has a strong background and relationship with offensive coordinator George Godsey.
- •Head coach Brent Key emphasized Hopkins' leadership skills.
- •Hopkins has not retired from the NFL and is open to future opportunities.
- 12:01 PMYahoo Sports — Former Kansas City Chiefs WR joins Georgia Tech coaching staff
- 1:11 AMYahoo Sports — Ex-Cardinals standout receiver joins Power 4 college coaching staff
- 11:02 PMYahoo Sports — DeAndre Hopkins makes decision after visiting Patriots
- 7:57 PMYahoo Sports — DeAndre Hopkins named assistant coach at ACC foe Georgia Tech
- 4:39 PMYahoo Sports — DeAndre Hopkins joins Georgia Tech staff as assistant coach
"DeAndre Hopkins was announced as an assistant wide receivers coach for Georgia Tech. The NFL star played college football at ACC rival Clemson.
"Former Arizona Cardinals' All-Pro wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins has his first coaching job, an assistant position with Georgia Tech.
"Former Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins joins Georgia Tech's coaching staff | @EdEastonJr
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 12:01 PMFormer Kansas City Chiefs WR joins Georgia Tech coaching staff
Former Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins joins Georgia Tech's coaching staff | @EdEastonJr
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 1:11 AMEx-Cardinals standout receiver joins Power 4 college coaching staff
Former Arizona Cardinals' All-Pro wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins has his first coaching job, an assistant position with Georgia Tech.
- Yahoo SportsAug 1, 2026, 11:02 PMDeAndre Hopkins makes decision after visiting Patriots
Legendary wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins is joining Georgia Tech as an assistant wide receivers coach.
- Yahoo SportsAug 1, 2026, 7:57 PMDeAndre Hopkins named assistant coach at ACC foe Georgia Tech
DeAndre Hopkins was announced as an assistant wide receivers coach for Georgia Tech. The NFL star played college football at ACC rival Clemson.
- Yahoo SportsAug 1, 2026, 4:39 PMDeAndre Hopkins joins Georgia Tech staff as assistant coach
The superstar pass catcher is sure to get the attention of Yellow Jackets wide receivers.
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