An Ohio State legend is coming home to lead Columbus’ newest football team.
The United Football League announced Wednesday that Ted Ginn Jr. will serve as the head coach of the Columbus Aviators, who will kick off their inaugural season at Historic Crew Stadium in March 2026.
COLUMBUS, HES LANDED
Ohio State Buckeyes legend @tedginnjr_19 has been named Head Coach of the Aviators! pic.twitter.com/SLcsl23UQS — Columbus Aviators (@UFLAviators) December 17, 2025“Ted Ginn Jr. represents everything that is great about football in the Buckeye State,” UFL president and CEO Russ Brandon said in a statement.