Hopkins Joins GT as Recruiter | Clemson Tigers Football News

DeAndre Hopkins, ex-Clemson star and former NFL legend, has officially joined Georgia Tech’s coaching staff as a recruiter — and he’s already turning heads by personally inviting top wide receivers to Atlanta. Though not retired from the game, Hopkins is clearly pivoting to coaching, bringing massive credibility and influence to Georgia Tech’s recruiting efforts. His arrival hits at a critical moment for the Yellow Jackets, especially after recent coaching departures, and puts Clemson on alert — Hopkins knows their system intimately and now wields that knowledge in Atlanta, where his NFL fame gives him outsized sway over elite prospects. Other programs in the Atlanta recruiting market now face increased competition, and Clemson must quickly adapt to keep top talent home — because with Hopkins in the fold, the Peach State just got a whole lot more competitive. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/988f64cbc228d1e5