Breaking News: Ohio State is hiring Matt Patricia, who won two Super Bowls as the New England Patriots’ defensive coordinator, to be its new defensive coordinator….

Ohio State University has appointed former NFL coach Matt Patricia as its new defensive coordinator, succeeding Jim Knowles, who departed for Penn State.

Coaching Background

Patricia, 50, brings extensive experience to the Buckeyes. He served as the New England Patriots’ defensive coordinator from 2012 to 2017, contributing to two Super Bowl victories. In 2018, he became the head coach of the Detroit Lions, compiling a 13-29-1 record over parts of three seasons. Most recently, he was a defensive assistant with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2023.

Ohio State’s Defensive Success

Under Knowles, Ohio State’s defense was a key factor in their national championship win, allowing an average of 251.1 yards and 12.2 points per game. The Buckeyes finished the season with a 14-2 record, culminating in a 34-23 victory over Notre Dame in the title game. citeturn0news14

Patricia’s Role

As defensive coordinator, Patricia aims to build upon the Buckeyes’ recent defensive success, leveraging his NFL experience to enhance the team’s performance.