Fernandez joined the NMU staff in March of 2025.
He comes to Marquette after holding a position as the Running Backs Coach at Edinboro University (Division II) in Edinboro, Pennsylvania the previous two seasons. On top of overseeing the backfield, he analyzed film, managed and conducted special teams scout teams, recruited and ran campus tours, and served as the academic and equipment coordinator.
While at Edinboro, Fernandez oversaw a backfield that accounted for 28 touchdowns. The Fighting Scots also knocked off Division I Robert Morris this past season with 147 rushing yards and a touchdown from Fernandez's group.Â
Prior to his stop in Edinboro, Fernandez was the Offensive Quality Control Coach at William & Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia for one season. Before that, he was the Wide Receivers Coach at Virginia University of Lynchburg in Lynchburg, Virginia.
From 2019-2021, Fernandez was a Student Assistant and handled Equipment duties at Liberty University. He graduated from there in December of 2022 with a B.S. in Coaching, Sport, Event, & Tourism Management.Â
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