Summary
Assistant coach Brian Hartline is leaving Ohio State to become the head coach at South Florida. This has caused uncertainty for top recruit Chris Henry Jr., who is reconsidering his commitment to Ohio State. Another player, Jeremiah Smith, publicly encouraged Henry Jr. to stay with Ohio State.
Key Facts
- Ohio State's offensive coordinator, Brian Hartline, is leaving to coach at South Florida.
- Chris Henry Jr., a top high school recruit, has been committed to Ohio State since 2023.
- Henry Jr. is now reconsidering his options due to Hartline's departure.
- Henry Jr. is choosing between Ohio State, Oregon, and USC.
- Current Ohio State player Jeremiah Smith urged Henry Jr. to stick with Ohio State in a social media post.
- Hartline has been important in recruiting top players, many of whom have gone on to the NFL.
