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Ex-OSU Coach Zach Smith Sentenced to 180 Days in Jail over Protection Order

Former Ohio State wide receivers coach Zach Smith was reportedly sentenced to 180 days in jail—20 of which are "to be served forthwith"—on Friday.

Nicole Auerbach of The Athletic reported the news, noting Smith was found guilty of violating a civil protection order in December. In addition to the jail time, Smith was also sentenced to anger management, 40 hours of community service and three years of probation that includes restrictions on drug and alcohol use.

This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.