Tyshon Fogg

Biography

Tyshon Fogg is in his first season as the University of New Hampshire’s linebackers coach and run game coordinator in 2026. A former standout linebacker at Rutgers University, Fogg brings firsthand Big Ten playing experience, recent Power Five coaching pedigree, and a proven work ethic to the Wildcats’ defensive staff. As a player at Rutgers from 2017–2021, Fogg was a team captain, 4x Academic All-Big Ten, two-time Big Ten Distinguished Scholar, two-time honorable mention All-Big Ten linebacker, and earned All-ECAC defensive honors. He finished his collegiate career with 293 tackles, 16.0 tackles for loss, 4.5 sacks, an interception, and a forced fumble over 30 career starts. Fogg appeared in multiple postseason bowl games, including the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl (2021), Boca Raton Bowl (2023), and DIRECTV Holiday Bowl (2024), showcasing leadership and consistency throughout his tenure. Following his Rutgers career, Fogg earned an invitation to participate in the Miami Dolphins minicamp in 2022, where he competed alongside professional athletes and gained valuable exposure to NFL-level preparation and standards. Fogg began his coaching journey at Syracuse University, where he served in defensive support roles from 2023–25. He worked as a graduate assistant with the defensive backs, then in quality control for linebackers and defensive ends, and most recently as a defensive analyst. These experiences shaped his defensive philosophy and deepened his technical understanding of positi