Ryan Day praises Arthur Smith's impact on Ohio State offense
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 10:54 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Ohio State head coach Ryan Day expressed optimism about the team's progress under new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith during preseason camp. Smith, who previously coached in the NFL, has taken over following Brian Hartline's departure to South Florida. Players have also reacted positively to Smith’s approach, noting simplified concepts and creative play design. Day is looking forward to seeing Smith's influence in game situations, starting with their season opener against Ball State on September 5.
- •Ryan Day sees progress with Arthur Smith as offensive coordinator.
- •Smith replaces Brian Hartline, who left for a head coaching job.
- •Players praise Smith's emphasis on simplified plays.
- •Ohio State opens the season against Ball State on September 5.
- 10:54 PMYahoo Sports — Ryan Day encouraged by Arthur Smith's early impact on Ohio State offense
"Ryan Day has been encouraged by new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith as the Buckeyes prepare for their upcoming season.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NFL•Aug 25, 2026, 12:20 AMCardinals Waive 2024 Third-Round Pick Amid 53-Man Roster Crunch
NFL•Aug 25, 2026, 12:17 AMTitans Add Former Browns Undrafted Free Agent, Place Defender on IR
NFL•Aug 24, 2026, 11:45 PMGood, Bad & Ugly From Seahawks' 19-16 Loss To Titans
NFL•Aug 24, 2026, 10:46 PMCardinals’ Trey McBride ready to chirp at Jonathan Gannon in Packers matchup
NFL•Aug 24, 2026, 9:01 PMArthur Smith could create the perfect offense in Columbus
NFL•Aug 24, 2026, 8:59 PMArizona Cardinals activate Josh Sweat among flurry of moves on Monday