DeAndre Hopkins Promoted to Georgia Tech Wide Receivers Coach for Remainder of Season
NFL legend DeAndre Hopkins has been promoted to Georgia Tech’s primary wide receivers coach for the rest of the season, following a recent coaching shakeup within the program.
Atlanta, GA, November 11, 2026 —
DeAndre Hopkins, a prominent figure in the National Football League, has been appointed as Georgia Tech’s primary wide receivers coach. This promotion is set to cover the remainder of the current season.
The move follows a recent period of changes within the coaching staff at Georgia Tech, a coaching shakeup that has led to this new role for the NFL veteran.
Hopkins, known for his distinguished career as a wide receiver, now transitions to a coaching capacity with the Yellow Jackets football program. The specific details of the coaching shakeup, including the exact timeline and the roles affected, were not provided in the information available.
Hopkins’ appointment as the primary wide receivers coach signifies a significant development for the team’s offensive coaching structure. His extensive experience playing at the professional level is expected to bring valuable insights and guidance to Georgia Tech’s current roster of wide receivers. The duration of his tenure in this primary coaching role is designated as ‘for the rest of the season,’ indicating a temporary but impactful assignment.
Further information regarding the specifics of the coaching shakeup or any potential long-term implications of Hopkins’ role was not immediately available. The team will continue its season with Hopkins contributing in this new capacity.
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