Buckeyes fans, brace yourselves! The Ohio State Buckeyes are in the market for a new offensive coordinator, as Brian Hartline heads to the South Florida Bulls. But the name circulating is one that might surprise you: Brian Daboll. And this potential hire could change everything.
Initially, the expectation was a reunion with Chip Kelly, last year's offensive coordinator and mentor to Ryan Day, fresh off a stint with the Las Vegas Raiders. However, that now seems unlikely. The buzz centers around Daboll, potentially turning Ohio State into an NFL pipeline.
If Day hires Daboll, it's essentially creating an NFL feeder system at Ohio State. This could dramatically impact the team's recruiting efforts, drawing top talent eager to develop under coaches with NFL experience.
But here's where it gets controversial... Daboll's recent tenure as the New York Giants' head coach was less than stellar. However, before that, he was a successful offensive coordinator for the Buffalo Bills. This raises the question: Can Daboll replicate his Buffalo success in Columbus?
The fact that Kelly hasn't been re-hired suggests he wasn't the top choice. Ohio State insiders, Austin and Birm, suggest Day has already reached out to Daboll. If Daboll joins, he'd team up with defensive coordinator Matt Patricia, both bringing strong NFL connections.
What does this mean for the Buckeyes? Daboll's experience includes a stint as Nick Saban's offensive coordinator at Alabama. His recent roles, however, are what define him: former offensive coordinator of the Buffalo Bills and former head coach of the New York Giants. While the Giants' tenure was challenging, he did lead them to the playoffs once with Daniel Jones.
This potential move could greatly enhance Ohio State's recruiting. Coaches like Daboll and Patricia, despite their head coaching struggles, possess valuable knowledge of what it takes to succeed at the highest level.
Hartline's departure for a head coaching role was expected, but the choice of South Florida over a Power Four post is intriguing. Coaches looking to rebuild their reputation may see Ohio State as a prime opportunity.
Consider this: Daboll's time in New York should be viewed separately from his time in Buffalo. Those in the know seem to favor the move. The Giants' success with Eli Manning, though, was hard-earned.
So, what do you think, Buckeyes fans? Is Daboll the right choice to lead the offense? Will his NFL experience translate to success in Columbus? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
