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Ohio State Taps NFL Vet Arthur Smith for OC Role
13 Sep
Summary
- Arthur Smith, ex-Falcons coach, now calls plays for Ohio State.
- Smith previously coached Steelers, Titans, and Falcons offenses.
- He replaces Brian Hartline, who took a head coaching position.
Ryan Day has welcomed Arthur Smith, a former NFL head coach, as Ohio State's new offensive coordinator, marking the third consecutive offseason coaching staff change for the Buckeyes. Smith, who most recently served as the offensive coordinator for the Pittsburgh Steelers, brings a wealth of NFL experience to Columbus.
His prior roles include head coach of the Atlanta Falcons and a decade with the Tennessee Titans, where he was instrumental in developing offensive talent and saw Derrick Henry achieve a 2,000-yard rushing season. Smith replaces Brian Hartline, who left Ohio State to accept a head coaching position. The Buckeyes' offense, featuring Heisman hopefuls Julian Sayin and Jeremiah Smith, has already shown explosive potential in its first game under Smith's guidance.
Smith's transition to Ohio State follows other notable NFL hires by Day, including Chip Kelly and Matt Patricia. His arrival continues a trend of bringing NFL-caliber coaches to the college level, aiming to bolster the Buckeyes' offensive strategy. Smith's adaptability and strategic mind are expected to significantly impact the team's performance.
