Sources: Ohio State fires special teams coordinator Discher
ESPN • • sports
Key Points:
- Ohio State has fired special teams coordinator Robby Discher following a critical fake punt conversion by Oregon in their recent 41-28 loss.
- Discher was in his first year at Ohio State, previously serving as special teams coordinator at Illinois, Tulane, and Toledo.
- The fake punt occurred on fourth-and-9, allowing Oregon to score and spark a 38-point run that led to their victory.
- Head coach Ryan Day emphasized the need for accountability across the staff and players, citing special teams penalties and poor performance as key issues.
- Ohio State currently ranks 102nd nationally in special teams efficiency this season.
