Overview
- Georgia Tech confirmed it has hired Hopkins as an assistant wide receivers coach and head coach Brent Key cited Hopkins' schematic knowledge and leadership as reasons for the move.
- Hopkins posted on X that he has not retired from the NFL, signaling he intends to remain open to playing opportunities while working at Georgia Tech.
- The school has not disclosed the exact terms of Hopkins' role, and multiple reports describe the arrangement as flexible enough to allow a midseason NFL return if a team signs him.
- Hopkins is a 13-season veteran with 1,006 receptions, 13,295 receiving yards and 85 touchdowns, though his 2025 numbers fell to 22 catches for 330 yards and two scores with the Baltimore Ravens.
- Coaches and outlets say Hopkins' hire could boost Georgia Tech's player development and recruiting because of his NFL résumé and his long-standing relationship with offensive coordinator George Godsey.