Arthur Smith's OSU Offense Debuts | Ohio State Buckeyes Football News

Ohio State kicks off their 2026 season against Ball State, offering our first real look at a roster blending returning stars with fresh faces—and a brand-new offensive coordinator, Arthur Smith. Freshmen Chris Henry Jr. and Jay Timmons are poised to make immediate impacts, while Smith’s scheme—potentially featuring more motion, two-tight-end sets, or a heavier run game—could redefine the Buckeyes’ attack. With a talent gap favoring Ohio State, the real story lies in how these new pieces gel under Smith’s direction. Saturday’s opener is your first clue. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d0244c01ec0a38e6