Ohio State WR/OC Brian Hartline, who has developed a ton of NFL talent at WR for the Buckeyes, is set to be the next coach at USF:
BREAKING: USF is expected to hire Ohio State offensive coordinator Brian Hartline, @Brett_McMurphy, @PeteNakos and @clowfb report👀https://t.co/G2dri4iqsv pic.twitter.com/EepxwPIpEZ
— On3 (@On3sports) December 3, 2025
It’s unclear if Hartline will continue to call plays for OSU for the Playoffs but this is certainly a big development.
Brian Hartline has agreed to a six-year deal with South Florida but will remain with Ohio State through its playoff run,
Per source. @mzenitz first reported the hire.— Pat Forde (@ByPatForde) December 3, 2025
Hartline has developed five first-round picks at receiver since 2022.
The Buckeyes are fighting to keep Chris Henry Jr., a five-star WR from California, in their class with Oregon and others wanting to flip him.
