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Apr. 9—Some of the most common questions of spring football at Ohio State have centered on the impact of Chip Kelly’s arrival in Columbus.
The Buckeyes’ new offensive coordinator isn’t likely to reveal much in the spring game Saturday at Ohio Stadium, but we have gotten some clues from interviews over the past few weeks.
Here is a sampling:
Head coach Ryan Day told reporters on the first day of spring practice Kelly had already tweaked the running game:
“I think all the different ways that we’re going to attack defense is going to be exciting, but also mixing the tempos, the personnel groupings. Every team’s a little bit different, so it’s not cookie-cutter, but I think the point is that he’s always been innovative in everything he’s done, and if we continue to be that way this year then we’ll have a chance to reach our goals.”
Receivers coach and co-offensive coordinator Brian Hartline also commented on Kelly’s impact on the running game, including the potential to attach more quick screens to running plays to keep the defense off balance:
“Nothing’s really changing. We’re just trying to enhance. We’re not changing, we’re enhancing. So where the things fit is perfect. I think the rest of the dynamics I’m sure Chip can talk about, but it’s been awesome. So I’m excited about it.”
Linebackers coach James Laurinaitis said the defense is seeing new things this spring:
“It’s been good, you know. I think there’s obviously some positives, and I think Coach Kelly has given us a lot of really interesting looks that we can coach off, which is good. Stuff that’s unique, but I think it’s been it’s been going well.”
New center Seth McGlaughlin, who transferred from Alabama, called Kelly “a brilliant offensive mind” and also commented on potential changes to how the Buckeyes run the ball:
“Seen some cool run plays. Kind of the coaching…
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Author : Dayton Daily News, Ohio
Publish date : 2024-04-09 14:13:00
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