Ohio State Announces Key Coaching Changes

Ohio State announced several key coaching hires and promotions following their national championship victory. Matt Patricia, a former NFL coach, has been appointed as the defensive coordinator, replacing Jim Knowles who moved to Penn State. Brian Hartline was promoted to offensive coordinator, taking over from Chip Kelly who joined the Las Vegas Raiders. The Buckeyes' staff shake-up also includes Tyler Bowen as the new offensive line coach and Billy Fessler as the quarterbacks coach, while Tim Walton and Matt Guerrieri received notable promotions. Despite losing top coordinators, head coach Ryan Day is optimistic about maintaining continuity and success. The team is leveraging significant NIL resources and the expertise of Mark Pantoni, who has been pivotal in recruiting top talent, to sustain their competitive edge.