Birdow (6’5, 315) joins the Green and Gold after spending five seasons (2019-2024) with Merrimack College. The native of Westminster, Maryland began his college career as a defensive lineman before converting to the offensive side of the line. Birdow suited up for 33 career games for the Warriors program, registering one sack. Last season, Merrimack’s offence averaged 192.5 yards per game on the ground with Birdow anchoring the offensive line.