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DeAndre Hopkins Hired as Georgia Tech Coach, Eyes 2026 Return

8/3/2026

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DeAndre Hopkins (34) accepted a coaching position at Georgia Tech, stating he is not retired and remains ready to play in 2026.
Georgia Tech head coach Brent Key praised Hopkins’s offensive knowledge, ACC familiarity, and leadership.
Hopkins previously worked with the New England Patriots’ coaching staff early in camp.
He was a 2013 first-round pick who finished his career with 1,006 catches, 13,295 receiving yards and 85 touchdowns.

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DeAndre Hopkins (34) accepted a coaching position at Georgia Tech, stating he is not retired and remains ready to play in 2026.
Georgia Tech head coach Brent Key praised Hopkins’s offensive knowledge, ACC familiarity, and leadership.
Hopkins previously worked with the New England Patriots’ coaching staff early in camp.
He was a 2013 first-round pick who finished his career with 1,006 catches, 13,295 receiving yards and 85 touchdowns.