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DeAndre Hopkins joins Georgia Tech's staff but remains NFL eligible

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 10:08 PM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

DeAndre Hopkins joins Georgia Tech's staff but remains NFL eligible

Summary

DeAndre Hopkins, former Houston Texans All-Pro receiver, will join Georgia Tech as an assistant wide receivers coach. Despite this new role, he confirmed he has not retired from the NFL and is open to playing another season. Hopkins expressed a desire to play for a contender in his 14th season and previously had limited targets last season. He has indicated he is available for teams that may need a wide receiver.

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By the Numbers

•Hopkins joins Georgia Tech under offensive coordinator George Godsey.
•He confirms he hasn't retired from the NFL despite coaching role.
•Last season, he had 22 catches for 330 yards and two touchdowns.
•Hopkins seeks to play for a contender entering his 14th NFL season.
•He has a strong history with the Texans and is second all-time in receiving categories.

Latest Updates

10:08 PMYahoo Sports — Did DeAndre Hopkins retire from the NFL? WR clarifies Georgia Tech hire
6:08 PMYahoo Sports — Former Texans WR DeAndre Hopkins not retiring from the NFL despite coaching job with Georgia Tech

What they're saying

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Former Houston Texans All-Pro wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins has found himself a new home before the start of the 2026 NFL season, but he's not ready to call it quits on his career.
— Yahoo Sports