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Buckeyes defensive coordinator Matt Patricia gushes over his experience at Ohio State
Ohio State's defensive coordinator, Matt Patricia, has emerged as one of the top coordinators in college football this season. Having not coached at the collegiate level since serving as a graduate assistant at Syracuse in 2003, Patricia has made a remarkable comeback to the college game.
Matt Patricia drops bold statement about Ohio State that may show how long he’s wanting to stick around Columbus
Last offseason, the Ohio State Buckeyes had a big problem on their hands right after winning the College Football Playoff. Not only were they dealing with the transfer portal, but they also had to replace two coordinators from a team that had just gone on one of the best runs college football had ever seen.
College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 8
Ohio State player’s admission is a bad look for now Penn State DC Jim Knowles and a breath of fresh air for the Buckeyes
The Ohio State Buckeyes won a national championship with the top-ranked defense in the 2024 season, but they've seemingly achieved the impossible. Faced with replacing Jim Knowles after he shockingly left the program for a lateral job at Penn State as the Buckeyes celebrated their title, head coach Ryan Day swung for the fences.
The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz
How many of the NFL's yearly leaders in passer rating in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) can you name in seven minutes?
Ohio State LB Reveals True Feelings on Matt Patricia After Jim Knowles Comparison Escaped Locker-Room
Everyone was baffled when Jim Knowles left the national champions for their conference rivals. For Ohio State and Ryan, though, life went on. The Buckeyes’ head coach was also losing his OC to the NFL.
32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season
It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 29
Lions' OC John Morton seems to have a Matt Patricia like tendency that you have to hope he gets rid of soon
The Detroit Lions won the game against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday. That's the most important thing, obviously. Still, while watching this game, I couldn't
College Football News / A to Z Sports / September 28
Julian Sayin got real honest about Matt Patricia’s Ohio State defense after the Buckeyes beat Washington on the road
The Ohio State Buckeyes are a well-balanced team and they showed that in their 24-6 win over the Washington Huskies on Saturday. Ohio State looked like what a No.
College Football News / Last Word On Sports / September 23
Understanding Matt Patricia’s Ohio State Defense
In its Big Ten opener, Washington is tasked with one of the top defenses in college football. Ohio State ranks 10th in total defense, allowing 227 yards per game, and second in scoring defense, giving up 5.3 points per contest.
College Football News / Yardbarker / September 2
Ryan Day praises DC Matt Patricia, but Ohio State's defense still has work to do
The Buckeyes weren't perfect on defense, but nobody was expecting perfect.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 1
The Lions trading for Micah Parsons feels like a move that Matt Patricia and Bob Quinn would have made
There are a lot of upset Detroit Lions fans out there right now. They're upset because there's a large perception that every team in the NFC North got better this offseason, and their team did not.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / June 28
The worst coach in Lions history makes Matt Patricia look like Bill Belichick
NFL fans never forget the worst coaches in their teams' history. For the Detroit Lions, a name that lives in infamy amongst the fanbase is Marty Mornhinweg, who served as the head coach for the Lions from 2001 to 2002.
2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10
With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Athlon Sports / April 11
Ohio State Defensive Coordinator Matt Patricia Brings in Legendary Super Bowl Champion to Assist With Defense
The Ohio State Buckeyes' defense played strong football for most of the 2024 season, culminating in a four-game College Football Playoffs championship run that saw them take the next step under coordinator Jim Knowles.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Athlon Sports / February 15
Matt Patricia Compared to 4-Time Super Bowl Winning Coach By Former Ohio State Star
Head coach Ryan Day's Ohio State Buckeyes won the 2025 national championship on the strength of offense, defense and special teams as they reeled off four straight wins in the first ever 12-team College Football Playoff.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / February 13
Former Player Issues Strong Take on Ohio State Buckeyes DC Matt Patricia
The Ohio State Buckeyes officially made their choice at defensive coordinator on Wednesday. Former Detroit Lions head coach and New England Patriots defensive coordinator Matt Patricia ended up being Ryan Day's pick.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / February 12
Ohio State fumbles decision on new defensive coordinator
After climbing to the top of the college football mountain, Ohio State made it exponentially more challenging to do it again in 2025 with a confounding coaching hire.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 12
Ohio State Hiring Matt Patricia As New Defensive Coordinator
Pete Thamel reports Ohio State is finalizing a deal to hire former Eagles senior defensive assistant Matt Patricia as their new defensive coordinator. Last month, it was reported Patricia planned to explore opportunities with other teams.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Pro Football Rumors / February 12
Ohio State hiring controversial former NFL HC as defensive coordinator
The Buckeyes are expected to hire former Lions head coach Matt Patricia as their next defensive coordinator.
New England Patriots News / 5 GOATs / February 6
Matt Patricia hilariously sheds light on how he became Patriots playcaller in 2022
There are few more prominent fans of the New England Patriots than Barstool Sports’ founder Dave Portnoy. His fandom of the Pats has been well known for the past two decades, and it’s helped to fuel the ascension of his website into what it’s become today.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 19, 2024
Matt Patricia Listed Among Worst NFL Coaching Hires
Former Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia is unfortunately part of a list no NFL coach wants to be a part of. In a recent Pro Football Network listing of the worst NFL coaching hires, the Patriots former defensive coordinator ranked as the seventh-worst hire of all-time.
Philadelphia Eagles News / Larry Brown Sports / January 21, 2024
Eagles make a decision on Matt Patricia
The Eagles are headed for a full revamp of their defensive staff. The Eagles are reportedly parting ways with senior defensive assistant Matt Patricia.
NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / January 16, 2024
Patriots Ex Patricia Exposed In Eagles' Playoff Loss
As the Philadelphia Eagles imploded in Monday night's 32-9 playoff loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, New England Patriots fans probably felt a bit of Déjà vu.
Philadelphia Eagles News / Gridiron Heroics / January 2, 2024
Philadelphia Eagles Make Decision On Matt Patricia After Defensive Collapse In Week 17
The Philadelphia Eagles had an embarrassing collapse in week 17 against the Cardinals. After being up 21-6 at the half, the defense surrendered 29 points in the second half.
Philadelphia Eagles News / Yardbarker / December 19, 2023
New defensive play-caller Matt Patricia may doom the Eagles' season
Things were looking okay for the Eagles on Monday night in Seattle. With 1:52 left to play, the Eagles led the Seahawks 17-13. Seattle got the ball at its own 8-yard line with just one timeout.
Philadelphia Eagles News / Larry Brown Sports / December 18, 2023
Report reveals why Eagles made unexpected coaching demotion
The Philadelphia Eagles reshuffled some staff responsibilities ahead of Monday’s game against the Seattle Seahawks, and we are starting to get an understanding of why.
Philadelphia Eagles News / Yardbarker / December 17, 2023
Matt Patricia becoming Eagles defensive play-caller could be disastrous
The Philadelphia Eagles defense hasn't been good of late. In fact, it has been downright awful. But is handing the reins to Patricia the right move?
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