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Ohio State Hires NFL's Arthur Smith as Offensive Coordinator

2/2/2026

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Ohio State head coach Ryan Day announced Arthur Smith (NFL coach; former Atlanta Falcons head coach) as the new offensive coordinator.
Smith previously served as the Pittsburgh Steelers' offensive coordinator.
Day cited Smith's ability to develop quarterbacks, referencing Ryan Tannehill and Matt Ryan.
The Buckeyes plan to leverage Smith's NFL experience to improve the offense this season.

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Ohio State head coach Ryan Day announced Arthur Smith (NFL coach; former Atlanta Falcons head coach) as the new offensive coordinator.
Smith previously served as the Pittsburgh Steelers' offensive coordinator.
Day cited Smith's ability to develop quarterbacks, referencing Ryan Tannehill and Matt Ryan.
The Buckeyes plan to leverage Smith's NFL experience to improve the offense this season.