Brown football has appointed Andrew DiRienzo as the new wide receivers coach. DiRienzo arrives from Fordham, where he was the tight ends and special teams coordinator for three seasons. Under his guidance, Fordham's special teams ranked first in the Patriot League in net punting and second in punt return defense. He has previously worked at Rutgers and Pace University, building a solid background in coaching and development in collegiate football.

By the Numbers
  • Fordham's special teams ranked 43rd in the NCAA in net punting with an average of 37.84 yards.
  • DiRienzo's tight end group helped Fordham's offense rank 12th in the FCS in passing with 275.6 yards per game.
State of Play
  • DiRienzo transitions to Brown as the program prepares for the 2026 season.
  • The Bears will make their first appearance under DiRienzo on September 19, 2026, at New Haven.
What's Next

With the new hire, Brown aims to enhance its passing game and overall offensive strategy ahead of the upcoming season. Expectations will be high for DiRienzo to leverage his experience to develop the team's wide receivers effectively.

Bottom Line

Andrew DiRienzo's extensive coaching background, particularly in developing offensive talent, positions him well to elevate Brown's receiving corps. His contributions to previous teams highlight a promising future for the Bears as they look to strengthen their competitiveness in the 2026 season.