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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Athlon Sports / April 11
Ohio State Defensive Coordinator Matt Patricia Brings in Legendary Super Bowl Champion to Assist With Defense
The Ohio State Buckeyes' defense played strong football for most of the 2024 season, culminating in a four-game College Football Playoffs championship run that saw them take the next step under coordinator Jim Knowles.
Ohio State DC Matt Patricia expresses deep excitement for emerging sophomore
The 2025 Ohio State Buckeyes are seeing some early challenges replenishing their most talented positions from their National Championship roster, but the early news out of spring practices isn't all bad.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / April 7
Matt Patricia Gives Bold Take on Jeremiah Smith's Ability
Jeremiah Smith is just different. Ohio State’s star wide receiver made waves last year as a true freshman, and now, with spring ball underway, he’s continuing to turn heads—including those of veteran NFL minds. New Buckeyes defensive coordinator Matt Patricia, who joined the staff in February, had his first real look at Smith this spring.
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Matt Patricia already drawing strong reactions as Ohio State's new defensive coordinator
When the Ohio State Buckeyes announced the hiring of Matt Patricia as the replacement defensive coordinator for Jim Knowles, there were immediate reactions that raised flags for fans.
Ranking all 32 of the NFL's current QB situations
With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.
College Football News / Athlon Sports / March 26
Ryan Day Reveals Honest Thoughts About Matt Patricia's Fit With Ohio State
With Jim Knowles now at Penn State, long time NFL coach Matt Patricia has taken over the Ohio State defense in one of the most notable coaching transitions of the offseason. The Buckeyes fielded the nation's top defense in their national championship season.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / The Spun / March 25
Matt Patricia Makes His Opinion On Working At Ohio State Clear
The college football season ended with Ohio State as the best team in the country, lifting the championship trophy after conquering the first-ever 12-team College Football Playoff.
College Football News / Nittany Sports Now / February 17
Joe and the Fatman: How Will Matt Patricia do With Ryan Day, Ohio State
Ohio State has its replacement for Jim Knowles at defensive coordinator. Knowles, of course, accepted the job at Penn State, and the man replacing him will be Matt Patrica.
NFL News / UCLA Bruins on SI / February 16
UCLA to Face Former Lions HC Matt Patricia in Columbus, Gateway From NFL to CFB?
College Football has taken every step to replicate the NFL as much as possible. Why? Money mostly and the desire to generate profit will lead to some very interesting decisions.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Athlon Sports / February 15
Matt Patricia Compared to 4-Time Super Bowl Winning Coach By Former Ohio State Star
Head coach Ryan Day's Ohio State Buckeyes won the 2025 national championship on the strength of offense, defense and special teams as they reeled off four straight wins in the first ever 12-team College Football Playoff.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / February 13
Former Player Issues Strong Take on Ohio State Buckeyes DC Matt Patricia
The Ohio State Buckeyes officially made their choice at defensive coordinator on Wednesday. Former Detroit Lions head coach and New England Patriots defensive coordinator Matt Patricia ended up being Ryan Day's pick.
College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / February 13
Ryan Day Hires Matt Patricia as Ohio State’s Next Defensive Coordinator: Pros and Cons of Hire
By Patrick Weider When Jim Knowles left as Defensive Coordinator of Ohio State to take the same position for Penn State, there was a long list of potential hires for Ohio State and Ryan Day.
Matt Patricia’s recent take on the state of college football makes his jump to be Ohio State’s defensive coordinator look like a good fit
Ohio State made their final big decision when it comes to their 2025 coaching staff on Wednesday by finding a replacement for Jim Knowles. The Buckeyes landed on former Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia to be their next defensive coordinator.
Oregon Ducks' Big Ten Rival Ohio State Buckeyes Add Matt Patricia In Controversial Hire
The Ohio State Buckeyes have officially hired Matt Patricia as their new defensive coordinator. One of the Oregon Ducks’ biggest inter-conference adversaries in the Big Ten secured a coach with extensive NFL experience.
Michigan Fans Love Ohio State Buckeyes Hire of Matt Patricia
The Ohio State Buckeyes have officially made their decision about who will lead the defense forward in their defensive coordinator position. That pick was none other than former Detroit Lions head coach and New England Patriots defensive coordinator Matt Patricia.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / February 12
Ohio State fumbles decision on new defensive coordinator
After climbing to the top of the college football mountain, Ohio State made it exponentially more challenging to do it again in 2025 with a confounding coaching hire.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 12
Ohio State Hiring Matt Patricia As New Defensive Coordinator
Pete Thamel reports Ohio State is finalizing a deal to hire former Eagles senior defensive assistant Matt Patricia as their new defensive coordinator. Last month, it was reported Patricia planned to explore opportunities with other teams.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Pro Football Rumors / February 12
Ohio State hiring controversial former NFL HC as defensive coordinator
The Buckeyes are expected to hire former Lions head coach Matt Patricia as their next defensive coordinator.
Detroit Lions News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / February 11
Ohio State eyeing former Detroit Lions head coach for defensive coordinator vacancy
Michigan fans are thoroughly enjoying the latest reports suggesting that Ohio State is considering former Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia for its defensive coordinator role.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Larry Brown Sports / February 11
Ohio State considering notable ex-NFL head coach for DC job
Ohio State is searching for a new defensive coordinator after Jim Knowles left for the same position at Penn State, and one former NFL head coach is in consideration for the job.
New England Patriots News / 5 GOATs / February 6
Matt Patricia hilariously sheds light on how he became Patriots playcaller in 2022
There are few more prominent fans of the New England Patriots than Barstool Sports’ founder Dave Portnoy. His fandom of the Pats has been well known for the past two decades, and it’s helped to fuel the ascension of his website into what it’s become today.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 5
Lions Fans Did Not Enjoy Matt Patricia Appearing on GMFB Thursday
The sight of former Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia on Thursday's edition of "Good Morning Football" on NFL Network was certainly jarring for a variety of reasons.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 19
Matt Patricia Listed Among Worst NFL Coaching Hires
Former Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia is unfortunately part of a list no NFL coach wants to be a part of. In a recent Pro Football Network listing of the worst NFL coaching hires, the Patriots former defensive coordinator ranked as the seventh-worst hire of all-time.
Philadelphia Eagles News / Larry Brown Sports / January 21, 2024
Eagles make a decision on Matt Patricia
The Eagles are headed for a full revamp of their defensive staff. The Eagles are reportedly parting ways with senior defensive assistant Matt Patricia.
NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / January 16, 2024
Patriots Ex Patricia Exposed In Eagles' Playoff Loss
As the Philadelphia Eagles imploded in Monday night's 32-9 playoff loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, New England Patriots fans probably felt a bit of Déjà vu.
Philadelphia Eagles News / Yardbarker / January 8, 2024
One big change Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni must make
Once upon a time, the Philadelphia Eagles ran their record to an NFL-best 10-1 with wins over such playoff-bound teams as Miami, Dallas, Kansas City and Buffalo. What changed?
Philadelphia Eagles News / Yardbarker / December 19, 2023
New defensive play-caller Matt Patricia may doom the Eagles' season
Things were looking okay for the Eagles on Monday night in Seattle. With 1:52 left to play, the Eagles led the Seahawks 17-13. Seattle got the ball at its own 8-yard line with just one timeout.
Philadelphia Eagles News / Larry Brown Sports / December 18, 2023
Report reveals why Eagles made unexpected coaching demotion
The Philadelphia Eagles reshuffled some staff responsibilities ahead of Monday’s game against the Seattle Seahawks, and we are starting to get an understanding of why.
Philadelphia Eagles News / Yardbarker / December 17, 2023
Matt Patricia becoming Eagles defensive play-caller could be disastrous
The Philadelphia Eagles defense hasn't been good of late. In fact, it has been downright awful. But is handing the reins to Patricia the right move?
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