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Jedd Ari Fisch (born May 5, 1976) is an American football coach, currently the head coach at the University of Washington. He was previously the head coach at the University of Arizona for three seasons.
Key Information
Prior to his tenure at Arizona, Fisch served as an assistant coach for the New England Patriots, Los Angeles Rams, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), University of Michigan,[1] Jacksonville Jaguars, University of Miami, Seattle Seahawks, University of Minnesota, Denver Broncos, Baltimore Ravens, Houston Texans, and the University of Florida.
Early life
[edit]Fisch grew up in a Jewish family in Livingston, New Jersey, and attended Hanover Park High School in nearby East Hanover Township.[2][3] He did not play football at the high school or college level,[4] but was an all-state tennis player during his prep career.[5]
Fisch graduated from the University of Florida in 1998 with a degree in criminology.[1] He attended Florida almost solely for the opportunity to someday work for Gators head coach Steve Spurrier,[5] and was college roommates with Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman.
Coaching career
[edit]Early career
[edit]Fisch embarked on a career in coaching while still in college as an undergraduate student. From 1997 to 1998, Fisch was the defensive coordinator for P. K. Yonge Developmental Research School in Gainesville, and he then spent one year (1998) with the New Jersey Red Dogs of the Arena Football League as a wide receivers/quality control coach.[6]
Fisch got his break in coaching when he was named a graduate assistant coach for the Florida Gators football team under Spurrier from 1999 to 2000. During this time, he earned his master's degree in sports management.
NFL assistant coach
[edit]Houston Texans
[edit]In 2002, Fisch was hired by the Houston Texans as a defensive quality control coach under head coach Dom Capers.
Baltimore Ravens
[edit]In 2004, Fisch was then hired by the Baltimore Ravens under head coach Brian Billick, where he first served as a general offensive assistant for the 2004 season before being named assistant quarterbacks coach and assistant wide receivers coach for the 2005–2007 seasons. Fisch would not be retained under new head coach John Harbaugh.
Denver Broncos
[edit]In 2008, Fisch was hired by the Denver Broncos as their wide receivers coach under head coach Mike Shanahan. Under his tutelage, Brandon Marshall finished the season ranked third among NFL wide receivers in receptions (104), seventh in receiving yards (1,265), fifth in receiving yards per game (84.3), seventh in yards after the catch (419), third in catches that led to first downs (65) and first in number of times targeted for the second consecutive season (181).[7] Marshall also finished first in fan voting for AFC wide receivers in the 2009 Pro Bowl.[8] Rookie second round draft pick Eddie Royal also had a career season in 2008. Royal's 91 receptions are second most in NFL history for a rookie, behind only Anquan Boldin who had 101 receptions in 2003. His 980 yards and five touchdowns are both Broncos rookie records, and sixth in the NFL in total yards. Fisch would not be retained under new head coach Josh McDaniels.
Seattle Seahawks
[edit]In 2010, after spending a year at the University of Minnesota, Fisch was hired by the Seattle Seahawks as their quarterbacks coach under head coach Pete Carroll. Fisch remained with the Seahawks for a season before returning to coach college football at Miami.
Jacksonville Jaguars
[edit]In 2013, Fisch returned to the NFL and was hired by the Jacksonville Jaguars as their offensive coordinator under head coach Gus Bradley.[9] He was terminated from the Jaguars on December 30, 2014.[10]
Los Angeles Rams
[edit]On January 24, 2018, after stints at Michigan and UCLA, Fisch was hired by the Los Angeles Rams as a senior offensive assistant under head coach Sean McVay, adding Fisch to their deep group of offensive coaches. Fisch operated as the Rams' clock-management specialist. Fisch and the Rams appeared in Super Bowl LIII, where they lost to the New England Patriots 13-3 in what was both a rematch of Super Bowl XXXVI and the lowest scoring Super Bowl in NFL history.[11] He was promoted to assistant offensive coordinator for the 2019 season.
New England Patriots
[edit]On January 24, 2020, Fisch was hired by the New England Patriots as their quarterbacks coach under head coach Bill Belichick.[12] Two months after Fisch's arrival, long-time quarterback Tom Brady announced his departure from the Patriots after two decades and would sign with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on March 20, 2020. In April, it was revealed that Fisch's title would be quarterbacks coach.[13] In his lone season in New England, Fisch coached quarterbacks Cam Newton, Brian Hoyer, and Jarrett Stidham.
College assistant coach
[edit]Minnesota
[edit]In 2009, Fisch returned to the college game, serving a single season as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach for the Minnesota Golden Gophers football team under head coach Tim Brewster.
Miami
[edit]In 2011, Fisch joined the Miami Hurricanes football team as their offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach under head coach Al Golden after a year with the Seattle Seahawks.
Michigan
[edit]On January 9, 2015, Fisch was hired by the Michigan Wolverines to serve as their quarterbacks coach, wide receivers coach, and passing game coordinator.[14] Fisch stated that he was drawn to a job at Michigan despite not having ties to incoming head coach Jim Harbaugh, the University, or the area.[15] However, he does have a long-standing coaching relationship with Vic Fangio, Harbaugh's defensive coordinator for four years with the San Francisco 49ers and one year with Stanford.[16]
UCLA
[edit]On January 5, 2017, Fisch was hired by the UCLA Bruins as the offensive coordinator under sixth-year head coach Jim L. Mora.[17][18]
Following the firing of Mora, Fisch was named interim head coach on November 19 for the remainder of the 2017 season. With the Bruins at 5–6, he guided them to bowl eligibility with a 30–27 win over the likewise 5–6 California Golden Bears. At the Cactus Bowl in Phoenix on December 26, UCLA was defeated 35–17 by favored Kansas State and finished at 6–7.
Head coach
[edit]Arizona
[edit]
On December 23, 2020, Fisch was hired as the 30th head coach at the University of Arizona.[19] At the time, he was believed to be one of a handful of head coaches never to play college football[20] and had spent the previous three seasons as an NFL assistant.
In his third year in 2023, Fisch led the Wildcats to a 9–3 regular season (7–2 in Pac-12, third) and defeated Oklahoma 38–24 in the Alamo Bowl to finish at 10–3 (.769). Arizona was ranked eleventh in the final AP Poll, their highest finish in a quarter century.
Washington
[edit]On January 14, 2024, Fisch became the 31st head coach at the University of Washington, accepting a seven-year contract at $7.75 million annually.[21][22]
Head coaching record
[edit]| Year | Team | Overall | Conference | Standing | Bowl/playoffs | Coaches# | AP° | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UCLA Bruins (Pac-12 Conference) (2017) | |||||||||
| 2017 | UCLA | 1–1[a] | 1–0 | 4th (South) | L Cactus | ||||
| UCLA: | 1–1 | 1–0 | |||||||
| Arizona Wildcats (Pac-12 Conference) (2021–2023) | |||||||||
| 2021 | Arizona | 1–11 | 1–8 | 6th (South) | |||||
| 2022 | Arizona | 5–7 | 3–6 | 8th | |||||
| 2023 | Arizona | 10–3 | 7–2 | 3rd | W Alamo | 11 | 11 | ||
| Arizona: | 16–21 | 11–16 | |||||||
| Washington Huskies (Big Ten Conference) (2024–present) | |||||||||
| 2024 | Washington | 6–7 | 4–5 | T–9th | L Sun | ||||
| 2025 | Washington | 6–2 | 3–2 | ||||||
| Washington: | 12–9 | 7–7 | |||||||
| Total: | 29–31 | ||||||||
- ^ Fisch became interim head coach after Jim L. Mora was fired
References
[edit]- ^ a b "University of Michigan Official Athletic Site". www.mgoblue.com. Retrieved December 31, 2017.
- ^ O'Halloran, Ryan. "Inside the game: Entry-level spot with key duties for Jaguars", The Florida Times-Union, November 19, 2013. Accessed December 31, 2014. "Fisch attended Hanover Park High School in East Hanover, N.J., when Sorrentino’s father was the football coach."
- ^ Cohen, Ben Z. (October 25, 2012). "Notre Dame Coach's Jewish Past". Tablet. Retrieved December 23, 2020.
- ^ Gorten, Steve. "Jedd Fisch has infused life into Miami Hurricanes offense; First-year offensive coordinator has been key to quarterback Jacory Harris' success", Sun-Sentinel, October 21, 2011. Accessed September 12, 2015. "Fisch never played high school or college football, but has coached for several NFL teams under coaches such as Mike Shanahan, Brian Billick and Pete Carroll. From the time he was an 8-year-old ballboy, he has studied the game. His mentor was a high school coach in his hometown of East Hanover, N.J."
- ^ a b "Fisch's Journey". July 10, 2010. Archived from the original on July 15, 2010. Retrieved December 31, 2017.
- ^ "Jacksonville Jaguars: Jedd Fisch". Archived from the original on March 13, 2013. Retrieved December 29, 2017.
- ^ 2008 NFL Sortable Receiving Stats Archived June 29, 2011, at the Wayback Machine. SI.com. Retrieved February 28, 2009.
- ^ Kuharsky, Paul (December 11, 2008). "Final fan voting for Pro Bowl". ESPN.com. Retrieved January 4, 2024.
- ^ "Jaguars hire Fisch as new offensive coordinator". ESPN.com. Associated Press. January 19, 2013. Retrieved January 4, 2024.
- ^ Jaguars.com "Jaguars part ways with offensive coordinator Jedd Fisch" Archived January 2, 2015, at the Wayback Machine.
- ^ @CourtneyRCronin (September 25, 2018). "Pretty interesting nugget Sean McVay..." (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- ^ Mason, Chris (January 24, 2020). "Former Jaguars offensive coordinator Jedd Fisch joins Patriots coaching staff (report)". Retrieved April 25, 2020.
- ^ O'Malley, Nick (April 14, 2020). "Patriots coaching rumors: Jedd Fisch will coach QBs; Mick Lombardi moves to WR coach (report)". Retrieved April 25, 2020.
- ^ FoxSports.com "Ex-Jaguars offensive coordinator Fisch to join Harbaugh's staff at Michigan".
- ^ Snyder, Mark. "New U-M coaches look to bring 'precision,' 'excellence'". Detroit Free Press. Retrieved July 22, 2024.
- ^ "Jedd Fisch says Michigan's NFL staff experience should give team a recruiting boost". January 20, 2015. Retrieved December 31, 2017.
- ^ "Jedd Fisch Named UCLA Offensive Coordinator". UCLA Athletics. January 5, 2017.
- ^ "UCLA hires Jedd Fisch as offensive coordinator". OC Register. January 5, 2017.
- ^ Rittenberg, Adam (December 23, 2020). "Arizona Wildcats hire New England Patriots' Jedd Fisch as new football coach". ESPN.com. Retrieved July 19, 2025.
- ^ Feldman, Bruce (December 29, 2020). "Super Bowl winners vouch for new Arizona coach Jedd Fisch". The Athletic. Retrieved January 4, 2024.
- ^ Russo, Ralph D. (January 14, 2024). "Washington is hiring Arizona's Jedd Fisch to be head coach, replacing Kalen DeBoer, AP source says". AP News. Retrieved January 15, 2024.
- ^ "Welcome @CoachJeddFisch! ☔️". X. January 14, 2024. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
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[edit]Jedd Fisch
View on GrokipediaEarly life and education
Early years
Jedd Fisch was born on May 5, 1976, in Livingston, New Jersey, to a Jewish family.[12] His parents, Jeffery Fisch, a lawyer and former collegiate tennis player, and Deborah Fisch, a psychologist, provided a supportive environment that emphasized both education and athletics.[13] Growing up in a household where he was the son, grandson, and brother of lawyers, Fisch initially envisioned a career in law during his northern New Jersey childhood.[14] Fisch attended Hanover Park High School in nearby East Hanover Township, where he excelled as an all-state tennis player but did not participate in football as an athlete.[15] His interest in football emerged early, sparked by family connections; by fourth grade, he volunteered as a ball boy for powerhouse programs like Bergen Catholic High School and Hackensack High School, immersing himself in the sport despite lacking playing experience.[16] This passion deepened when his mother began dating Bill Roca, a renowned New Jersey high school football coach, further fueling Fisch's enthusiasm for the game.[17] As a high school freshman at Hanover Park, Fisch channeled his interest into coaching rather than playing, volunteering to assist with the football team and gaining hands-on experience at the youth and high school levels in New Jersey.[18] His family's encouragement of sports like tennis, combined with their emphasis on academic and professional achievement, laid the foundation for his eventual pivot toward a coaching career in football.[13] After graduating from high school, Fisch pursued higher education at the University of Florida.[19]University of Florida
Fisch enrolled at the University of Florida primarily to learn from head coach Steve Spurrier, whom he regarded as the premier college football mind of the era.[16] He graduated in 1998 with a bachelor's degree in criminology.[8] While completing his undergraduate studies, Fisch gained his first formal coaching experience as the defensive coordinator at P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School, a high school in Gainesville, from 1997 to 1998.[20] This role, which paid $2,000 annually, allowed him to apply his growing interest in football tactics, building on his high school involvement in tennis and informal coaching observations.[21] Following graduation, Fisch returned to the University of Florida as a graduate assistant in 1999 under Spurrier, serving through the 2000 season while earning a master's degree in sports management.[22] In this position, he supported the coaching staff during key postseason appearances, including the 2000 Citrus Bowl victory over Michigan State and the 2001 Sugar Bowl against Miami.[8] Exposure to Spurrier's innovative, high-scoring offensive system during these years ignited Fisch's enduring passion for offensive strategies, influencing his subsequent specialization in that area of the game.[16]Coaching career
Early coaching roles (1997–2003)
Fisch's coaching career began as a graduate assistant at the University of Florida after completing his undergraduate degree there.[3] His first full-time position came in 2000 as running backs coach at Montana State University.[23] The following year, Fisch joined Idaho State University, where he served as tight ends coach in 2001 before being promoted to offensive coordinator for the 2002 and 2003 seasons.[23] During this time, he contributed to implementing spread offense concepts that emphasized quick passing and player versatility, helping to modernize the Bengals' attack in the Big Sky Conference.[24] Overlapping with his duties at Idaho State, Fisch entered the NFL in 2002 as defensive quality control coach for the expansion Houston Texans under head coach Dom Capers, a role he retained through the 2003 season.[3] This entry-level position provided foundational exposure to professional schemes, including defensive alignments and film breakdown, while balancing his college responsibilities.[24]NFL assistant roles (2004–2007)
Jedd Fisch joined the Baltimore Ravens in 2004 as an offensive assistant under head coach Brian Billick, marking his entry into a full-time NFL coaching position after prior quality control work with the Houston Texans.[25] In this role, he supported the team's offensive staff during a 9-7 season that narrowly missed the playoffs, focusing on scheme development and player evaluation within a run-heavy offense led by quarterback Kyle Boller. Fisch's responsibilities included breaking down film and assisting with game planning, contributing to the Ravens' improved red-zone efficiency that season.[16] Fisch's role expanded in 2005 and 2006 to assistant quarterbacks and wide receivers coach, where he directly worked with Boller and the receiving corps, including emerging talents like Mark Clayton.[5] The 2005 campaign ended at 6-10 amid injuries, but Fisch helped Boller post career-best marks in completion percentage (58.6%) and yards per attempt (6.5), laying groundwork for offensive stability. In 2006, the Ravens acquired veteran Steve McNair midseason, and Fisch tutored him alongside Boller during a split-backfield arrangement, aiding McNair's transition to a Pro Bowl performance with a franchise-record 64.0% completion rate and 4,551 passing yards team-wide.[26] This effort propelled Baltimore to a 13-3 record and an AFC North title, with Fisch contributing to the playoff run that included a divisional-round victory over the Tennessee Titans before a loss to the Indianapolis Colts in the divisional playoffs.[27] Promoted to quarterbacks coach in 2007, Fisch oversaw a unit hampered by injuries, as Boller started nine games before a season-ending toe injury, with McNair and rookie Troy Smith rotating in during a 5-11 finish.[28] Despite the struggles, Fisch's coaching emphasized footwork and decision-making, helping Smith earn NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year consideration with 1,024 passing yards in limited action.[16] Following the 2007 season, Fisch briefly served as wide receivers coach for the Denver Broncos in 2008 under Mike Shanahan, mentoring a group featuring Brandon Marshall, who led the team with 1,025 receiving yards, before transitioning to college football.[29]College offensive coordinator roles (2008–2012)
After spending several years in the NFL, Jedd Fisch returned to the collegiate level in January 2009 when he was hired by Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach Tim Brewster as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach.[30] In his lone season with the Gophers, Fisch oversaw an offense that averaged 306.5 yards per game in total offense and 207.0 yards per game in passing, contributing to a 6-7 overall record and a berth in the Insight Bowl.[31] Fisch worked closely with quarterback Adam Weber, who completed 205 of 368 passes for 2,679 yards, 21 touchdowns, and 9 interceptions while leading the team in total offense.[31] Weber's performance under Fisch's guidance marked a transition to a more pro-style scheme, though the unit struggled with consistency amid a young roster.[32] Fisch departed Minnesota in January 2010 to join the Seattle Seahawks as quarterbacks coach, but he returned to college football later that year when he was hired in January 2011 by Miami Hurricanes head coach Al Golden as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach.[33] In his first season at Miami, Fisch installed a pro-style offense that averaged 377.8 yards per game in total offense and 232.1 yards per game in passing en route to a 6-6 record.[34] He mentored senior quarterback Jacory Harris, who threw for 2,486 yards and 20 touchdowns with 9 interceptions, showing improved decision-making after early-season interceptions; Harris credited Fisch's NFL-honed techniques for his development.[34][18] Under Fisch's direction in 2012, Miami's offense made significant strides, ranking among the ACC's top units with 440.2 yards per game in total offense, 295.4 yards per game in passing, and 31.8 points per game while finishing 7-5 overall and 5-3 in conference play.[35] Fisch focused on quarterback development with sophomore Stephen Morris, who emerged as the starter and set a school single-season record for total offense at 3,415 yards; Morris passed for 3,345 yards and 21 touchdowns with just 7 interceptions, ranking fourth in the ACC in passing yards per game (270.5).[35][36] The unit's efficiency, particularly in the passing game, highlighted Fisch's emphasis on protection schemes and route concepts drawn from his NFL experience, helping Miami tie for first in the ACC Coastal Division despite external challenges.[37]UCLA and Michigan stints (2013–2017)
Following his time at Miami, Fisch returned to the NFL as offensive coordinator for the Jacksonville Jaguars from 2013 to 2014, where he worked under head coach Gus Bradley and oversaw an offense that struggled with a 4–12 record in 2013 and 3–13 in 2014, focusing on developing quarterback Blake Bortles.[25] In December 2014, Fisch was hired as head coach of the University of Connecticut, succeeding Paul Pasqualoni. In his first season in 2014, UConn finished 5–7 overall. The following year, the team went 2–10, leading to Fisch's dismissal in November 2015.[38] In 2016, Jedd Fisch joined the University of Michigan as passing game coordinator, quarterbacks coach, and wide receivers coach under head coach Jim Harbaugh.[39] During his two seasons with the Wolverines, Fisch contributed to an offense that ranked first in the Big Ten in scoring in 2016, averaging 42.0 points per game.[40] He worked closely with quarterbacks Jake Rudock and Wilton Speight, helping to stabilize the passing attack amid Harbaugh's run-heavy scheme, though Michigan's aerial output ranked outside the national top 100 in both years.[41] Fisch departed Michigan after the 2016 season to become UCLA's offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach on January 5, 2017, under head coach Jim Mora.[26] Inheriting an offense that had ranked 11th in Pac-12 scoring and 10th in total yards the prior year, Fisch implemented a pro-style system emphasizing quarterback protection and downfield passing.[42] Under his direction, UCLA's offense surged to No. 22 nationally in total yards (458.5 per game) and No. 4 in passing yards (374.5 per game), placing third in the Pac-12 for total offense.[43][44] Fisch's most notable contribution at UCLA came in developing junior quarterback Josh Rosen, who threw for a school-record 3,756 yards and 26 touchdowns in 2017 despite injuries and a midseason coaching change.[45] Rosen praised Fisch's NFL-honed techniques for improving his footwork and decision-making, crediting the coordinator with fostering a professional environment that elevated the Bruins' passing efficiency to 68.3 percent completion rate, second in the Pac-12.[46][47] Following Mora's firing on November 19, 2017, Fisch assumed interim head coaching duties for the final two games, guiding UCLA to a 30-27 victory over California on November 24 that secured bowl eligibility.[48] As interim head coach, he also led the Bruins in the Cactus Bowl against Kansas State on December 26, resulting in a 35-17 loss, though Rosen's participation was limited by injury.[49] Fisch's leadership during this transitional period stabilized the program, finishing 6-7 overall (4-5 in Pac-12 play) and earning praise for maintaining team focus amid uncertainty.[42]Return to NFL (2018–2020)
After his stint at UCLA in 2017, Fisch returned to the NFL as a senior offensive assistant with the Los Angeles Rams under head coach Sean McVay.[50] In this advisory capacity during the 2018 season, he contributed to an offense that ranked first in the league in total yards and scoring, helping the Rams achieve a 13-3 record, win the NFC Championship, and advance to Super Bowl LIII, where they fell to the New England Patriots.[8] Fisch's experience in offensive scheme development proved valuable in McVay's innovative system, which emphasized play-action passes and pre-snap motion to create mismatches, allowing quarterback Jared Goff to earn consecutive Pro Bowl selections in 2017 and 2018.[51] Promoted to assistant offensive coordinator for 2019, Fisch continued to support the unit's adaptation to defensive adjustments, though the Rams finished 9-7 and missed the playoffs amid injuries and schematic tweaks.[52] In January 2020, Fisch joined the New England Patriots as quarterbacks coach under head coach Bill Belichick, marking his first direct role in quarterback development at the professional level.[53] He worked primarily with Cam Newton, who signed as a free agent and started 12 games in a season disrupted by COVID-19 protocols, including shortened training camps and positive tests that sidelined players.[54] Fisch focused on refining Newton's fundamentals, such as footwork, lower-body mechanics, and pocket decision-making, to integrate him into the Patriots' pro-style offense while incorporating elements like run-pass options (RPOs) and vertical passing concepts suited to Newton's dual-threat abilities.[55] These adaptations addressed Newton's hesitancy in high-pressure situations, with Fisch emphasizing rigorous practice drills designed to simulate game intensity and build consistency under scrutiny.[56] The Patriots ended the year 7-9, but Fisch's guidance helped Newton throw for 2,657 yards and 8 touchdowns while rushing for 5 scores, providing a foundation amid the transition from Tom Brady.[57]Head coach at Arizona (2021–2023)
Fisch was hired as the head coach of the Arizona Wildcats on December 23, 2020, shortly after the firing of predecessor Kevin Sumlin on December 12, 2020, following a 1-11 season that included a 70-7 loss to in-state rival Arizona State and capped a program-worst 12-game losing streak.[58][59] Fisch inherited a roster depleted by transfers and poor prior recruiting, signing an initial five-year contract worth approximately $11.5 million.[60] In his debut 2021 season, Arizona posted a 1-11 record, extending the program's skid to a nation-leading 20 consecutive losses before snapping it with a 10-3 defensive victory over California in November.[61] The campaign highlighted early challenges in roster retention and implementation of Fisch's pro-style system, but laid groundwork for retention through re-recruiting efforts that stabilized the team.[62] Progress accelerated in 2022 with a 5-7 finish, including a season-ending 30-24 upset over Arizona State that ended a three-year Territorial Cup drought and demonstrated growing cohesion on both lines of scrimmage. Fisch's emphasis on quarterback development and balanced play-calling began yielding results, as the Wildcats averaged 25.4 points per game, a marked increase from 2021's 17.3. The 2023 season represented a full program revival, as Arizona achieved a 9-3 regular-season mark (7-2 in Pac-12 play) highlighted by a six-game winning streak to close the year, securing the program's first bowl berth since 2017.[63] In the Alamo Bowl, the Wildcats rallied from an 11-point deficit to defeat No. 12 Oklahoma 38-24, forcing six turnovers in their first 10-win campaign (10-3 overall) since 2014 and earning a No. 11 ranking in the final AP Poll.[64] This turnaround was fueled by Fisch's recruitment of top-25 national classes in 2022 (No. 22 overall, third in Pac-12) and 2023 (No. 28 overall), which infused talent at skill positions and bolstered depth.[65][66] Central to the rebuild were Fisch's offensive innovations, leveraging his NFL background—including a stint as quarterbacks coach for the New England Patriots under Bill Belichick—to install a versatile, pass-heavy scheme that ranked Arizona 15th nationally in total offense (448.8 yards per game) by 2023.[67] This approach emphasized quarterback Noah Fifita's development and explosive plays, with the team scoring 40.1 points per game during its late-season surge. Following the 5-7 improvement, Fisch agreed to a two-year contract extension in December 2022, running through the 2027 season and raising his annual salary to $3.5 million.[68][69]Head coach at Washington (2024–present)
On January 14, 2024, the University of Washington hired Jedd Fisch as head coach of the Huskies football team, replacing Kalen DeBoer who had departed for Alabama shortly after leading Washington to the national championship game.[70] Fisch's proven track record of program turnaround at Arizona made him a compelling choice to navigate the Huskies' transition into the Big Ten Conference amid significant roster upheaval.[71] In his inaugural 2024 season, Fisch inherited a squad that had lost key players to the NFL Draft and transfer portal following the prior year's success, resulting in a 6-7 overall record and 4-5 mark in Big Ten play.[72] Despite the challenges of rebuilding with just two returning starters on offense, the Huskies extended their home winning streak to a program-record 20 games at Husky Stadium and secured a bowl berth in the Sun Bowl.[2] Fisch's second year in 2025 has shown marked improvement, with the Huskies achieving a 7–3 overall record (4–3 in Big Ten play) as of November 19, though they are unranked in the AP Poll after dropping out following a loss to Wisconsin. Key highlights include a 38-19 come-from-behind victory over Rutgers on October 10, where quarterback Demond Williams Jr. threw for 224 yards and two touchdowns while adding 78 rushing yards, and a tough 24-7 road loss at Michigan on October 19 that underscored ongoing adjustments against elite Big Ten defenses.[73] Williams has emerged as a dual-threat leader, contributing to the team's balanced attack, while running back Jonah Coleman has provided stability with consistent production in the backfield.[74] Off the field, Fisch has emphasized academic excellence, as the team posted a program-high cumulative GPA of 3.27 in spring 2025, reflecting his commitment to holistic player development. In the Big Ten era, recruiting efforts have gained momentum, with Washington securing 20 commitments for the 2026 class by early November, positioning the program for a potential top-20 finish and bolstering depth in the trenches.[75]Personal life
Family
Jedd Fisch has been married to Amber Fisch since 2001.[76] The couple has three daughters: Zaylee Arnet Fisch (born November 10, 1998), Ashlee (born May 16, 2009), and Kendall (born December 20, 2011).[77] Zaylee is from Amber's previous relationship but has been raised as part of the family.[76] Fisch's family has frequently relocated to accommodate his coaching career, moving across states such as from New Jersey to various college and NFL cities, demonstrating strong support during professional transitions.[77] In 2025, Amber and daughters Ashlee and Kendall returned to Tucson, Arizona, for their high school stability, while Fisch remained in Seattle for his role at the University of Washington; he denied rumors of family drama related to the move on November 10, 2025, affirming his commitment to the program and stating it was in the daughters' best interest.[11][78] Raised in a Jewish household in Livingston, New Jersey, Fisch maintains a connection to his Jewish heritage, which influences family traditions and personal values.[79] This background, instilled by his parents Jeffery and Debby Fisch, emphasizes work ethic and community ties that extend to his immediate family life.[13]Community involvement
Jedd Fisch has actively engaged with the Jewish community during his coaching tenures. At the University of Arizona, he participated in a Hillel event on campus in January 2023, where he discussed his Jewish identity and upbringing, helping to foster connections between Jewish students and the football program.[80] Fisch's commitment to youth mentoring is evident through partnerships with the Youth Impact Program (YIP) while at Arizona. In 2021, he collaborated with YIP and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base to host a youth football camp aimed at developing leadership skills and personal growth among participants, emphasizing their potential as change agents.[81] The program integrated football training with mentorship from NCAA student-athletes and airmen, focusing on broader life skills beyond athletics.[82] In 2022, Fisch addressed YIP campers, highlighting the dual emphasis on academic success and football fundamentals to inspire youth development.[83] Under Fisch's leadership at Arizona, the football program prioritized academic excellence, integrating this focus into team culture and youth outreach efforts, such as YIP events that promoted education alongside sports.[84] Fisch has organized Jedd Fisch Football Camps to support youth development, hosting sessions for participants from first grade through high school at Arizona Stadium starting in 2021.[85] These camps, which continued into subsequent summers, aim to make football accessible and enjoyable while building skills and confidence in young athletes.[86] At Washington, similar youth camps were held at Husky Stadium in 2025 ahead of fall practice, extending his outreach in the new community.[87] In 2024 and 2025 at Washington, Fisch expanded community involvement through the "Go BIG! for Washington" campaign, personally donating $1 million alongside his wife, Amber, to support athletics and broader university initiatives.[88] He has emphasized using name, image, and likeness (NIL) opportunities for players to engage with nonprofits, including partnerships with the Girl Scouts and American Heart Association, making community service a weekly program focus.[89] This approach builds on his Arizona efforts, such as the Desert Takeover Football Collective's requirement for student-athletes to complete community service hours with local charities.[90]Head coaching record
UConn Huskies
Jedd Fisch served as head coach of the UConn Huskies from 2014 to 2015, compiling a 9–16 overall record.[38] In his first season, UConn achieved a 7–6 record, including a 4–4 mark in American Athletic Conference play, and won the 2015 Heart of Dallas Bowl against East Carolina. The following year, the team finished 2–10 and 0–8 in conference play.[38]| Year | Overall Record | Conference Record (AAC) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 7–6 | 4–4 | Heart of Dallas Bowl win vs. East Carolina (46–31).[38] |
| 2015 | 2–10 | 0–8 | —.[38] |
Arizona Wildcats
Jedd Fisch compiled a 16–21 overall record during his three seasons as head coach of the Arizona Wildcats from 2021 to 2023.[38] The program experienced progressive improvement each year, starting from a challenging 1–11 mark in 2021 and culminating in a 10–3 finish in 2023 that included the team's first bowl appearance since 2017.[8]| Year | Overall Record | Conference Record (Pac-12) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1–11 | 1–8 | Worst season in program history; defensive focus led to slight yardage improvements but offensive struggles persisted.[38][8] |
| 2022 | 5–7 | 3–6 | Four-win improvement from prior year; first victory over a ranked opponent (No. 9 UCLA).[38][8] |
| 2023 | 10–3 | 7–2 | Five-win jump; tied for second in Pac-12; five wins over top-25 teams.[38][8] |
| Season | Offense: Points/Game (Rank) | Offense: Yards/Game | Defense: Points Allowed/Game (Rank) | Defense: Yards Allowed/Game |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 17.2 (126th) | 357.3 | 31.4 (118th) | 372.5 |
| 2022 | 30.8 (48th) | 461.9 | 36.5 (126th) | 467.7 |
| 2023 | 34.6 (22nd) | 448.0 | 21.1 (37th) | 357.9 |
Washington Huskies
Fisch was hired as head coach at Washington in January 2024 following his tenure at Arizona.[2] In his inaugural 2024 season, the Washington Huskies finished with a 6–7 overall record and 4–5 in Big Ten Conference play, tying for sixth place in the conference standings.[3] The team extended its home winning streak to 20 games at Husky Stadium before concluding the year with a loss in the Sun Bowl.[2] Through ten games in the 2025 season as of November 19, the Huskies hold a 7–3 overall record and 4–3 mark in Big Ten play.[10] They received votes in the latest AP Poll but are unranked in the College Football Playoff rankings (Week 12, released November 18). The team briefly earned its first AP Top 25 ranking of the season at No. 24 following a bye week in late October and was No. 23 in the initial CFP rankings released on November 4, before dropping out after a loss to Wisconsin. The Huskies secured bowl eligibility with their sixth win on October 25, 2025, against Illinois, marking the program's earliest achievement of the threshold since 2019.[98] In spring 2025, the team posted a program-record cumulative GPA of 3.27, reflecting strong academic performance alongside on-field progress.[2]| Season | Team | Overall | Conference | Finish | Bowl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Washington | 6–7 | 4–5 | T–6th (Big Ten) | L 35–34 vs. Louisville (Sun) |
| 2025 | Washington | 7–3 | 4–3 | — (in progress) | — |