DeAndre Hopkins Takes Georgia Tech Coaching Role Against Clemson

DeAndre Hopkins will face his former team from the sideline when Georgia Tech hosts Clemson on Saturday, November 14. The former Tigers wide receiver was promoted to assistant wide receivers coach after Georgia Tech dismissed several members of its coaching staff, including wide receivers coach Jafar Williams.

Hopkins joined the Yellow Jackets’ staff as an assistant wide receivers coach in 2026. Clemson coach Dabo Swinney said he was excited for Hopkins and noted that he is working to finish his degree. Swinney also said Hopkins had not previously told him he wanted to coach, though he may have developed an interest as his playing career wound down.

Hopkins played at Clemson from 2010 to 2012 and left with school records in receiving yards, receiving touchdowns and 100-yard receiving games. The Central, South Carolina, native was selected by the Houston Texans in the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft. Swinney described him as an intelligent player and said he expects Hopkins to do well if he chooses coaching.

Georgia Tech enters the game with a 2-7 record, while Clemson is trying to stay in contention for the ACC championship. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:30 p.m., with the game set to air on the CW Network.