Nick DeGennaro

Nick DeGennaro (born December 29, 2000) is an American professional football wide receiver. He played college football for the Maryland Terrapins, Richmond Spiders and James Madison Dukes.

Early life DeGennaro was born December 29, 2000, in Old Bridge, New Jersey. He attended the Hun School of Princeton in Princeton, New Jersey.

College career DeGennaro played college football for the Maryland Terrapins from 2020 to 2021, Richmond Spiders from 2022 to 2024 and James Madison Dukes in 2025. At Maryland he played in seven games, where he caught three passes for 42 yards. On February 1, he committed to Richmond.

In three seasons, DeGennaro played in 35 games and started in 26, recording 162 receptions for 2,002 yards and 16 touchdowns. In 2023, he earned second-team All-Coastal Athletic Association Football Conference honors and in 2024, he was named to the third-team All-CAA squad. DeGennaro entered the transfer portal again on December 9, 2024.

On January 15, 2026, DeGennaro committed to James Madison. In 14 games, he had 28 catches for 500 yards and five touchdowns. DeGennaro was invited to the 2026 East–West Shrine Bowl.

Professional career

After not being selected in the 2026 NFL draft, DeGennaro signed with the New England Patriots as an undrafted free agent.

On August 30, 2026, DeGennaro was released by the team as part of final roster cuts.

Personal life DeGennaro is the son of Matt DeGennaro, who played quarterback at UConn and in the Arena Football League for the Connecticut Coyotes.