Summary
Brian Hartline, former Ohio State offensive coordinator, is the new head coach of the USF Bulls. C.J. Hicks, a linebacker and former top recruit for Ohio State, is transferring to USF to play his final college football season under Hartline. Hicks was highly ranked as a recruit and has entered the transfer portal after Ohio State's Cotton Bowl loss.
Key Facts
- Brian Hartline is the new head coach for the University of South Florida (USF) Bulls.
- C.J. Hicks was a former Ohio State linebacker transferring to USF.
- Hicks joined Ohio State in 2022 as a highly ranked recruit.
- Hicks played 44 games at Ohio State, recording 2 sacks and 42 tackles.
- Hicks decided to transfer after Ohio State lost in the Cotton Bowl.
- Brian Hartline was previously on the Ohio State coaching staff since 2017.
- Hartline is replacing Alex Golesh, who moved to coach at Auburn.
