Former NFL Linebacker Jerry Wayne Hopkins Dies at 85
Former NFL linebacker Jerry Wayne Hopkins, who was a star at Texas A&M and played for the Raiders, has died at the age of 85.
Portland, OR, August 5, 2026 —
Jerry Wayne Hopkins, a former NFL linebacker and a notable figure at Texas A&M, has passed away at the age of 85.
Hopkins had a significant career in professional football, playing for the Raiders. His college career was spent at Texas A&M, where he also excelled as a linebacker.
The details surrounding his death have not been publicly disclosed. Hopkins’ age at the time of his passing was 85.
Further information regarding his career accomplishments and personal life will be reported as it becomes available.
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