Georgia Tech’s search for its next offensive coordinator may finally be narrowing. After weeks of uncertainty and missed opportunities, reports indicate that the Yellow Jackets have interviewed Old Dominion offensive coordinator Kevin Decker this week, with mutual interest emerging between both sides.
At a time when Georgia Tech desperately needs stability on the offensive side of the ball, Decker’s name is gaining traction. However, while interest may be building, one major obstacle remains: time. With the transfer portal opening rapidly approaching, the Jackets cannot afford to let this search drag on much longer.
Kevin Decker’s Coaching Background
Kevin Decker’s football journey began as a quarterback at the University of New Hampshire, where he put together a memorable redshirt senior season, throwing for 3,272 yards and 22 touchdowns. Shortly after his playing career ended, Decker transitioned into coaching, beginning at the high school level as an offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach at Brunswick High School in Connecticut.
From there, Decker steadily climbed the coaching ladder. He spent a season as an offensive intern at Montana State before moving on to Brown University. At Brown, Decker wore multiple hats, starting as a tight ends coach before earning a promotion to offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach. His impact was immediate, helping true freshman quarterback Michael McGovern lead the Ivy League in passing yards per game.
Turning Fordham Into an Offensive Powerhouse
Decker’s breakout moment came at Fordham University, where he took over an offense that had previously struggled near the bottom of the Patriot League. Under Decker’s leadership, Fordham transformed into one of the most explosive offenses in the country.
From 2019 to 2022, Fordham led the Patriot League in scoring offense and total offense for four consecutive seasons. Quarterback Tim DeMorat flourished, winning back-to-back Patriot League Offensive Player of the Year honors. In 2021, the Rams averaged over 31 points per game, and by Decker’s final season, Fordham posted one of the best offensive outputs in FCS history—averaging nearly 50 points and over 600 yards per game.
That level of production put Decker firmly on the radar as one of the top offensive minds outside the Power Five.
Success Continues at Old Dominion
Decker carried that momentum to Old Dominion, where he has continued to elevate the Monarchs’ offense each season. In 2023, Old Dominion finished 11th nationally in total offense and set a single-game rushing record with 406 yards. The ground game took another leap in 2024, breaking the program’s season rushing record.
By 2025, Decker had Old Dominion operating as one of the most balanced and physical offenses in the country. The Monarchs ranked 15th nationally in total offense, averaged over 460 yards per game, and finished inside the top 30 in scoring offense. Most notably, Old Dominion ranked seventh in rushing offense, averaging nearly 237 yards per game at an impressive 5.7 yards per carry.
Why Decker Fits Georgia Tech’s Identity
One of the biggest selling points for Georgia Tech is how closely Decker’s offensive philosophy aligns with Brent Key’s vision. Georgia Tech wants to be physical, control the line of scrimmage, and run the football with authority. Decker has proven—year after year—that establishing the run is his foundation.
His offenses consistently improve, and his ability to develop quarterbacks within run-heavy systems is especially appealing given Georgia Tech’s current roster situation.
Areas of Concern
That said, Decker is not without question marks. While Old Dominion’s rushing attack has been elite, the passing game has been more inconsistent. In 2025, the Monarchs averaged just under 224 passing yards per game and struggled with turnovers. The final stretch of the season raised some eyebrows, as Old Dominion failed to eclipse 200 passing yards in its final three games, including a particularly rough outing against Georgia State.
Georgia Tech values balance and explosive plays downfield, so improving the passing efficiency would be a clear point of emphasis if Decker were hired.
Is Kevin Decker the Answer for Georgia Tech?
Kevin Decker checks many of the boxes Georgia Tech is looking for: proven offensive production, steady year-to-year growth, and a clear commitment to physical football. His resume shows a coach who builds offenses the right way and adapts to his personnel.
The question now is whether Brent Key believes Decker can elevate the passing game enough to pair with Georgia Tech’s run-first identity—and whether Tech can move quickly enough to secure him before portal chaos fully erupts.
With time running out, Georgia Tech must decide soon. Kevin Decker may not be the flashiest name in the search, but he could be the most realistic—and stabilizing—option left on the board.
