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Ohio State Hires NFL's Arthur Smith as Offensive Coordinator

1/25/2026

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Ohio State hired Arthur Smith, an NFL coach, as its offensive coordinator, replacing Brian Hartline who left for South Florida.
Smith previously served as head coach of the Atlanta Falcons, with three consecutive 7-10 seasons and no playoff appearances.
He will focus on play-calling for an offense led by Heisman finalist Julian Sayin and star receiver Jeremiah Smith, continuing head coach Ryan Day's pattern of hiring coaches for key positions.

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Ohio State hired Arthur Smith, an NFL coach, as its offensive coordinator, replacing Brian Hartline who left for South Florida.
Smith previously served as head coach of the Atlanta Falcons, with three consecutive 7-10 seasons and no playoff appearances.
He will focus on play-calling for an offense led by Heisman finalist Julian Sayin and star receiver Jeremiah Smith, continuing head coach Ryan Day's pattern of hiring coaches for key positions.