Former NFL star DeAndre Hopkins has a deep connection with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel, having worked together in Houston from 2014 to 2017 and briefly in Tennessee in 2023.
According to Vrabel, it was Hopkins who first reached out to the Patriots, requesting a chance to meet with the coaching staff and explore potential opportunities. That initial visit has since grown into a longer-term engagement.
While it’s possible Hopkins may be testing the waters for a coaching career, his immediate plans for the 2026 season remain unclear. Will he trade in his cleats for a headset?
Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel is full of praise for Hopkins’ strong work ethic and dedication to football, saying he’s already making valuable contributions to the team’s coaching staff.