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Rutgers hires Houston receivers coach Drew Mehringer as offensive coordinator

New Rutgers coach Chris Ash has made his first big hire, tabbing Houston receivers coach Drew Mehringer as offensive coordinator. The 28-year-old Mehringer is considered one of the brightest young minds in college football.

NJ Advance Media has confirmed the hire, which was first reported by Sports Illustrated.

"Drew is a rising star in the profession," Ash told Sports Illustrated. "He is a very intelligent guy with a creative offensive mind. He's been around explosive offenses and winning programs. He will do a great job caring for and developing our players."

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