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Arthur Smith Named Ohio State Offensive Coordinator Amid Pressure

3/25/2026

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Arthur Smith has been hired as Ohio State's offensive coordinator.
He acknowledges the pressure of coaching at Ohio State.
He aims to improve an offense that struggled in crucial games last season.
Smith previously coached in the NFL and has Ohio State ties via Justin Fields and Will Howard.
The hire follows Brian Hartline's departure as Smith refines the Buckeyes' offensive plans with Julian Sayin and All-American Jeremiah Smith.

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Arthur Smith has been hired as Ohio State's offensive coordinator.
He acknowledges the pressure of coaching at Ohio State.
He aims to improve an offense that struggled in crucial games last season.
Smith previously coached in the NFL and has Ohio State ties via Justin Fields and Will Howard.
The hire follows Brian Hartline's departure as Smith refines the Buckeyes' offensive plans with Julian Sayin and All-American Jeremiah Smith.