Ohio State coaching update for Cotton Bowl could be a hint for the future OC

Ryan Day's decision could hint at what he's thinking when it comes to replacing Brian Hartline as offensive coordinator.

Ohio State Buckeyes offensive coordinator Brian Hartline and co-offensive coordinator Keenan Bailey watch warm ups prior to the NCAA football game against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 4, 2025. Ohio State won 42-3. | Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn ImagesThe Ohio State football program will have to find a new offensive coordinator once the season is finished. Brian Hartline is moving on to USF to be the head coach of the Bulls. Ryan Day has already demoted Hartline and has decided to take over play-calling…