Ohio State football's coordinators, Matt Patricia and Arthur Smith, have been in the same roles for the past two years. Patricia, a former Super Bowl-winning assistant with head coaching experience in the NFL, was hired in 2025 as the Buckeyes' defensive coordinator. Smith, who previously served as the Falcons' head coach, was replaced by Patricia, who seemed warmer and engaged with the media during his first season. However, Smith's approach was more business-like, with the latter feeling it was the best move for him now. The hosts of Buckeye Talk found a significant difference between the two coordinators.