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ATHENS, Ohio— The Ohio football team announced today (July 1) that former Washington State Cougars associate head coach Brian Smith will be joining the Bobcats' coaching staff as the running backs coach and passing game coordinator. "Coach Brian Smith is an experienced play-caller who has been an integral part of exceptional offenses throughout his impressive career. We're excited to see the innovations he'll bring to our personnel," said head coach Tim Albin. "We couldn't be happier that he's joining our staff and we're thrilled to welcome him to Athens and Ohio University football." Smith was the Cougars' offensive coordinator and running backs coach prior to being promoted to associate head coach. In 2020, he saw five student-athletes earn All-PAC 12 Conference honors and produced the PAC-12's top red zone offense and third-best passing attack. Smith also coached the 2021 PAC-12 Freshman of the Year, Jayden de Laura. Prior to Pullman, Smith was the University of Hawaii's associate head coach and offensive coordinator, working specifically with running backs and tight ends from 2016-19, where he previously coached from 2008-11. In 2018, he oversaw the No. 9 ranked passing offense, averaging 310 yards per game, and mentored nationally ranked quarterback Cole McDonald, who was No. 6 in passing touchdowns (36) and No. 8 in total passing yards (3,875). Smith directed the 2016 offense, which scored 40 or more points on three occasions, highlighted by a 52-35 Hawaii Bowl victory. From 2013-15, Smith was Occidental College's offensive coordinator and offensive line coach. The 2015 team averaged 33.8 points and 480.6 yards total of offense per game. Under Smith's leadership, quarterback Bryan Scott was named the 2013 SCIAC Newcomer of the Year and running back Kwame Do was named the 2015 SCIAC Offensive Player of the Year. Prior to Occidental, Smith served as the offensive line coach at California Lutheran in 2012 after his first coaching stint at Hawaii. While there, he led the Kingsmen to a league championship and the second-best scoring offense in NCAA Division III. Smith previously coached California Lutheran in 2005, where he worked with running backs and receivers. In 2007, Smith took a position with Portland State as an offensive line coach after spending 2006 as a graduate assistant at Oregon State. "My family and I are excited to be moving to Athens and work for Coach Albin, who's vision for developing a team is inline with my values as a husband, father and coach. I cannot wait to work with the outstanding players at Ohio University and help them reach their potential as student-athletes," said Smith. " I am looking forward to building on the foundation that is in place that the OU community will be proud of." Smith was a long snapper and center at Hawaii from 1998-01 before signing professional contracts with the Baltimore Ravens (2002) and Green Bay Packers (2003). He earned his bachelor's degree from Hawaii and continued his education at California Lutheran, earning his master's degree. Smith and his wife, Liane, have one daughter, Chloe. https://ohiobobcats.com/news/2022/7/1/ohio-football-names... Back to Top colobobcat66 General User Member Since: 9/1/2006 Location: Watching the bobcats run outside my window., CO Post Count: 4,158 Status: Offline     RE: Brian Smith - Running Backs Coach and Passing Game Coordinator    Posted: 7/1/2022 7:17:48 PM  Looking forward to what he can do with his short time before the season and he if calls plays differently than we’ve seen in the past. Welcome aboard. Back to Top Doc Bobcat General User Member Since: 12/20/2004 Post Count: 4,184 Status: Offline     RE: Brian Smith - Running Backs Coach and Passing Game Coordinator    Posted: 7/1/2022 10:49:10 PM  A couple of interesting You Tube interviews with him at Washington State. Lots of experience. Decent get. Back to Top BillyTheCat General User Member Since: 10/6/2012 Post Count: 9,485 Status: Offline     RE: Brian Smith - Running Backs Coach and Passing Game Coordinator    Posted: 7/2/2022 10:08:27 AM  colobobcat66 wrote: Looking forward to what he can do with his short time before the season and he if calls plays differently than we’ve seen in the past. Welcome aboard. Passing game coordinator does not necessarily call the plays, same with the run game coordinator. Back to Top Doc Bobcat General User Member Since: 12/20/2004 Post Count: 4,184 Status: Offline     RE: Brian Smith - Running Backs Coach and Passing Game Coordinator    Posted: 7/2/2022 10:56:39 AM  BillyTheCat wrote: colobobcat66 wrote: Looking forward to what he can do with his short time before the season and he if calls plays differently than we’ve seen in the past. Welcome aboard. Passing game coordinator does not necessarily call the plays, same with the run game coordinator. Interesting fact was that he was at Hawaii when their offense was The Run and Gun. Back to Top colobobcat66 General User Member Since: 9/1/2006 Location: Watching the bobcats run outside my window., CO Post Count: 4,158 Status: Offline     RE: Brian Smith - Running Backs Coach and Passing Game Coordinator    Posted: 7/2/2022 11:49:26 AM  BillyTheCat wrote: colobobcat66 wrote: Looking forward to what he can do with his short time before the season and he if calls plays differently than we’ve seen in the past. Welcome aboard. Passing game coordinator does not necessarily call the plays, same with the run game coordinator. Hopefully he has some influence on what is called. And maybe he will call the plays. We’ll have to wait and see if it’s not announced earlier. Back to Top Bobcatzblitz General User Member Since: 7/21/2010 Post Count: 1,726 Status: Offline     RE: Brian Smith - Running Backs Coach and Passing Game Coordinator    Posted: 7/6/2022 2:18:39 PM  Julian Ross said he was too heavy the last few seasons which led to nagging injuries now he's in the best shape of his life and a comfortable 205-210 pounds. Great kid gonna do great things in life really a joy to talk to! Back to Top M.D.W.S.T General User Member Since: 12/23/2021 Post Count: 1,785 Status: Offline     RE: Brian Smith - Running Backs Coach and Passing Game Coordinator    Posted: 7/6/2022 5:03:12 PM  RufusCat09 wrote: Surprised no one mentioned this already but this seems like a very nice hire. ATHENS, Ohio— The Ohio football team announced today (July 1) that former Washington State Cougars associate head coach Brian Smith will be joining the Bobcats' coaching staff as the running backs coach and passing game coordinator. "Coach Brian Smith is an experienced play-caller who has been an integral part of exceptional offenses throughout his impressive career. We're excited to see the innovations he'll bring to our personnel," said head coach Tim Albin. "We couldn't be happier that he's joining our staff and we're thrilled to welcome him to Athens and Ohio University football." Smith was the Cougars' offensive coordinator and running backs coach prior to being promoted to associate head coach. In 2020, he saw five student-athletes earn All-PAC 12 Conference honors and produced the PAC-12's top red zone offense and third-best passing attack. Smith also coached the 2021 PAC-12 Freshman of the Year, Jayden de Laura. Prior to Pullman, Smith was the University of Hawaii's associate head coach and offensive coordinator, working specifically with running backs and tight ends from 2016-19, where he previously coached from 2008-11. In 2018, he oversaw the No. 9 ranked passing offense, averaging 310 yards per game, and mentored nationally ranked quarterback Cole McDonald, who was No. 6 in passing touchdowns (36) and No. 8 in total passing yards (3,875). Smith directed the 2016 offense, which scored 40 or more points on three occasions, highlighted by a 52-35 Hawaii Bowl victory. From 2013-15, Smith was Occidental College's offensive coordinator and offensive line coach. The 2015 team averaged 33.8 points and 480.6 yards total of offense per game. Under Smith's leadership, quarterback Bryan Scott was named the 2013 SCIAC Newcomer of the Year and running back Kwame Do was named the 2015 SCIAC Offensive Player of the Year. Prior to Occidental, Smith served as the offensive line coach at California Lutheran in 2012 after his first coaching stint at Hawaii. While there, he led the Kingsmen to a league championship and the second-best scoring offense in NCAA Division III. Smith previously coached California Lutheran in 2005, where he worked with running backs and receivers. In 2007, Smith took a position with Portland State as an offensive line coach after spending 2006 as a graduate assistant at Oregon State. "My family and I are excited to be moving to Athens and work for Coach Albin, who's vision for developing a team is inline with my values as a husband, father and coach. I cannot wait to work with the outstanding players at Ohio University and help them reach their potential as student-athletes," said Smith. " I am looking forward to building on the foundation that is in place that the OU community will be proud of." Smith was a long snapper and center at Hawaii from 1998-01 before signing professional contracts with the Baltimore Ravens (2002) and Green Bay Packers (2003). He earned his bachelor's degree from Hawaii and continued his education at California Lutheran, earning his master's degree. Smith and his wife, Liane, have one daughter, Chloe. https://ohiobobcats.com/news/2022/7/1/ohio-football-names... Is there any connection at all to Ohio University? I can see this one ending pretty quickly, and not just because Albin's days are numbered. Back to Top El Gato Roberto General User Member Since: 12/20/2004 Location: Illinois Post Count: 1,070 Status: Offline     RE: Brian Smith - Running Backs Coach and Passing Game Coordinator    Posted: 7/6/2022 8:23:08 PM  M.D.W.S.T wrote: RufusCat09 wrote: Surprised no one mentioned this already but this seems like a very nice hire. ATHENS, Ohio— The Ohio football team announced today (July 1) that former Washington State Cougars associate head coach Brian Smith will be joining the Bobcats' coaching staff as the running backs coach and passing game coordinator. "Coach Brian Smith is an experienced play-caller who has been an integral part of exceptional offenses throughout his impressive career. We're excited to see the innovations he'll bring to our personnel," said head coach Tim Albin. "We couldn't be happier that he's joining our staff and we're thrilled to welcome him to Athens and Ohio University football." Smith was the Cougars' offensive coordinator and running backs coach prior to being promoted to associate head coach. In 2020, he saw five student-athletes earn All-PAC 12 Conference honors and produced the PAC-12's top red zone offense and third-best passing attack. Smith also coached the 2021 PAC-12 Freshman of the Year, Jayden de Laura. Prior to Pullman, Smith was the University of Hawaii's associate head coach and offensive coordinator, working specifically with running backs and tight ends from 2016-19, where he previously coached from 2008-11. In 2018, he oversaw the No. 9 ranked passing offense, averaging 310 yards per game, and mentored nationally ranked quarterback Cole McDonald, who was No. 6 in passing touchdowns (36) and No. 8 in total passing yards (3,875). Smith directed the 2016 offense, which scored 40 or more points on three occasions, highlighted by a 52-35 Hawaii Bowl victory. From 2013-15, Smith was Occidental College's offensive coordinator and offensive line coach. The 2015 team averaged 33.8 points and 480.6 yards total of offense per game. Under Smith's leadership, quarterback Bryan Scott was named the 2013 SCIAC Newcomer of the Year and running back Kwame Do was named the 2015 SCIAC Offensive Player of the Year. Prior to Occidental, Smith served as the offensive line coach at California Lutheran in 2012 after his first coaching stint at Hawaii. While there, he led the Kingsmen to a league championship and the second-best scoring offense in NCAA Division III. Smith previously coached California Lutheran in 2005, where he worked with running backs and receivers. In 2007, Smith took a position with Portland State as an offensive line coach after spending 2006 as a graduate assistant at Oregon State. "My family and I are excited to be moving to Athens and work for Coach Albin, who's vision for developing a team is inline with my values as a husband, father and coach. I cannot wait to work with the outstanding players at Ohio University and help them reach their potential as student-athletes," said Smith. " I am looking forward to building on the foundation that is in place that the OU community will be proud of." Smith was a long snapper and center at Hawaii from 1998-01 before signing professional contracts with the Baltimore Ravens (2002) and Green Bay Packers (2003). He earned his bachelor's degree from Hawaii and continued his education at California Lutheran, earning his master's degree. Smith and his wife, Liane, have one daughter, Chloe. https://ohiobobcats.com/news/2022/7/1/ohio-football-names... Is there any connection at all to Ohio University? I can see this one ending pretty quickly, and not just because Albin's days are numbered. Unless he’s the one who is named interim and eventually HC if/when the inevitable happens…I may be way off…I usually am. "The name's Ohio University, but everybody calls me Ohio. Any of you guys call me Ohio U, and I'll kill you." Back to Top Pataskala General User Member Since: 7/8/2010 Location: At least six feet away from anybody else Post Count: 9,152 Status: Offline     RE: Brian Smith - Running Backs Coach and Passing Game Coordinator    Posted: 7/7/2022 10:52:18 AM  El Gato Roberto wrote: M.D.W.S.T wrote: RufusCat09 wrote: Surprised no one mentioned this already but this seems like a very nice hire. ATHENS, Ohio— The Ohio football team announced today (July 1) that former Washington State Cougars associate head coach Brian Smith will be joining the Bobcats' coaching staff as the running backs coach and passing game coordinator. "Coach Brian Smith is an experienced play-caller who has been an integral part of exceptional offenses throughout his impressive career. We're excited to see the innovations he'll bring to our personnel," said head coach Tim Albin. "We couldn't be happier that he's joining our staff and we're thrilled to welcome him to Athens and Ohio University football." Smith was the Cougars' offensive coordinator and running backs coach prior to being promoted to associate head coach. In 2020, he saw five student-athletes earn All-PAC 12 Conference honors and produced the PAC-12's top red zone offense and third-best passing attack. Smith also coached the 2021 PAC-12 Freshman of the Year, Jayden de Laura. Prior to Pullman, Smith was the University of Hawaii's associate head coach and offensive coordinator, working specifically with running backs and tight ends from 2016-19, where he previously coached from 2008-11. In 2018, he oversaw the No. 9 ranked passing offense, averaging 310 yards per game, and mentored nationally ranked quarterback Cole McDonald, who was No. 6 in passing touchdowns (36) and No. 8 in total passing yards (3,875). Smith directed the 2016 offense, which scored 40 or more points on three occasions, highlighted by a 52-35 Hawaii Bowl victory. From 2013-15, Smith was Occidental College's offensive coordinator and offensive line coach. The 2015 team averaged 33.8 points and 480.6 yards total of offense per game. Under Smith's leadership, quarterback Bryan Scott was named the 2013 SCIAC Newcomer of the Year and running back Kwame Do was named the 2015 SCIAC Offensive Player of the Year. Prior to Occidental, Smith served as the offensive line coach at California Lutheran in 2012 after his first coaching stint at Hawaii. While there, he led the Kingsmen to a league championship and the second-best scoring offense in NCAA Division III. Smith previously coached California Lutheran in 2005, where he worked with running backs and receivers. In 2007, Smith took a position with Portland State as an offensive line coach after spending 2006 as a graduate assistant at Oregon State. "My family and I are excited to be moving to Athens and work for Coach Albin, who's vision for developing a team is inline with my values as a husband, father and coach. I cannot wait to work with the outstanding players at Ohio University and help them reach their potential as student-athletes," said Smith. " I am looking forward to building on the foundation that is in place that the OU community will be proud of." Smith was a long snapper and center at Hawaii from 1998-01 before signing professional contracts with the Baltimore Ravens (2002) and Green Bay Packers (2003). He earned his bachelor's degree from Hawaii and continued his education at California Lutheran, earning his master's degree. Smith and his wife, Liane, have one daughter, Chloe. https://ohiobobcats.com/news/2022/7/1/ohio-football-names... Is there any connection at all to Ohio University? I can see this one ending pretty quickly, and not just because Albin's days are numbered. Unless he’s the one who is named interim and eventually HC if/when the inevitable happens…I may be way off…I usually am. I'd say it's a possibility, although when you consider the other hires they made this year it might be that they're anticipating at least three more years of Albin, unless this season is a total disaster. We will get by. We will get by. We will get by. We will survive. Back to Top rpbobcat General User Member Since: 4/28/2006 Location: Rochelle Park, NJ Post Count: 3,504 Status: Offline     RE: Brian Smith - Running Backs Coach and Passing Game Coordinator    Posted: 7/7/2022 12:01:21 PM  Pataskala wrote: I'd say it's a possibility, although when you consider the other hires they made this year it might be that they're anticipating at least three more years of Albin, unless this season is a total disaster. The question is, what constitutes the "total disaster" you mention, that would convince O.U. to get rid of Albin ? Back to Top M.D.W.S.T General User Member Since: 12/23/2021 Post Count: 1,785 Status: Offline     RE: Brian Smith - Running Backs Coach and Passing Game Coordinator    Posted: 7/7/2022 12:53:10 PM  rpbobcat wrote: Pataskala wrote: I'd say it's a possibility, although when you consider the other hires they made this year it might be that they're anticipating at least three more years of Albin, unless this season is a total disaster. The question is, what constitutes the "total disaster" you mention, that would convince O.U. to get rid of Albin ? Albin's buyout isn't large enough to justify another losing season. I think we can all accept losing if we're building, not sure I saw any improvements from Game 1 to Game 12. Frank willed some bad rosters to bowl games, he more than likely would've dragged that roster into a winning season as well. Back to Top rpbobcat General User Member Since: 4/28/2006 Location: Rochelle Park, NJ Post Count: 3,504 Status: Offline     RE: Brian Smith - Running Backs Coach and Passing Game Coordinator    Posted: 7/7/2022 2:07:59 PM  M.D.W.S.T wrote: Albin's buyout isn't large enough to justify another losing season. I thought that if O.U. gets rid of Albin after this season, there is no buy out ? Back to Top Urban Bobcat General User Member Since: 9/14/2007 Location: Athens, OH Post Count: 800 Status: Offline     RE: Brian Smith - Running Backs Coach and Passing Game Coordinator    Posted: 7/7/2022 3:54:55 PM  Pretty sure Coach A. is here for another three years. Pretty sure his win total will be < 10 games (already has three wins!!!). Pretty sure we'll be joining or replacing the likes of U. Conn and U. Maff. My meager assessment of Coach A. tells me he doesn't have what it takes to coach a successful Div. I H.S. program let a lone a semi-successful Div. I college program. Coach A completely lost his composure costing our university the Duquesne game last season. I'm positive this season will be more of the same with less total wins. It could be in the realm of possibility that Smith takes over the helm during or after this season. My guess Ohio is a quick stop for Smith to get a couple of degrees of separation from the wacko doodle anti vaccination staff of WSU. URBAN BOBCAT Back to Top Pataskala General User Member Since: 7/8/2010 Location: At least six feet away from anybody else Post Count: 9,152 Status: Offline     RE: Brian Smith - Running Backs Coach and Passing Game Coordinator    Posted: 7/7/2022 9:42:50 PM  rpbobcat wrote: Pataskala wrote: I'd say it's a possibility, although when you consider the other hires they made this year it might be that they're anticipating at least three more years of Albin, unless this season is a total disaster. The question is, what constitutes the "total disaster" you mention, that would convince O.U. to get rid of Albin ? In my mind, less than six wins. But who knows what Cromer and others might be thinking. Maybe depends on how bad the losses are (PSU and ISU excepted) or how inept the team looks. Last year the team wasn't ept a lot, which got to be an embarrassment at times (e.g., Duquesne, Buffalo, the last 15 minutes or so vs MOFO, and BG). We will get by. We will get by. We will get by. We will survive. Back to Top BobcatLackey2017 General User Member Since: 9/17/2021 Post Count: 50 Status: Offline     RE: Brian Smith - Running Backs Coach and Passing Game Coordinator    Posted: 7/8/2022 2:28:24 AM  Urban Bobcat wrote: Pretty sure Coach A. is here for another three years. Pretty sure his win total will be < 10 games (already has three wins!!!). Pretty sure we'll be joining or replacing the likes of U. Conn and U. Maff. My meager assessment of Coach A. tells me he doesn't have what it takes to coach a successful Div. I H.S. program let a lone a semi-successful Div. I college program. Coach A completely lost his composure costing our university the Duquesne game last season. I'm positive this season will be more of the same with less total wins. It could be in the realm of possibility that Smith takes over the helm during or after this season. My guess Ohio is a quick stop for Smith to get a couple of degrees of separation from the wacko doodle anti vaccination staff of WSU. I think it’s a really good thing you don’t get paid for espousing your opinions because you sound like a way bigger wacko doodle than Nick Rolovich ever did. You aren’t the only one that thinks that your assessment is meager. I don’t think you have a clue what a head coach does. Back to Top Turney13 General User Member Since: 7/27/2010 Post Count: 353 Status: Offline     RE: Brian Smith - Running Backs Coach and Passing Game Coordinator    Posted: 7/8/2022 9:41:12 AM  Play calling was our biggest weakness last year. It was awful. Turney Duff Twitter: @turneyduff Back to Top Jerry86 General User Member Since: 12/18/2010 Post Count: 645 Status: Offline     RE: Brian Smith - Running Backs Coach and Passing Game Coordinator    Posted: 7/8/2022 11:07:49 PM  BobcatLackey2017 wrote: Urban Bobcat wrote: Pretty sure Coach A. is here for another three years. Pretty sure his win total will be < 10 games (already has three wins!!!). Pretty sure we'll be joining or replacing the likes of U. Conn and U. Maff. My meager assessment of Coach A. tells me he doesn't have what it takes to coach a successful Div. I H.S. program let a lone a semi-successful Div. I college program. Coach A completely lost his composure costing our university the Duquesne game last season. I'm positive this season will be more of the same with less total wins. It could be in the realm of possibility that Smith takes over the helm during or after this season. My guess Ohio is a quick stop for Smith to get a couple of degrees of separation from the wacko doodle anti vaccination staff of WSU. I think it’s a really good thing you don’t get paid for espousing your opinions because you sound like a way bigger wacko doodle than Nick Rolovich ever did. You aren’t the only one that thinks that your assessment is meager. I don’t think you have a clue what a head coach does. +1 The guy is clueless. Back to Top Showing Replies:   1 - 18  of 18 Posts Jump to Page:   1 View Other 'Ohio Football' Topics                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               WHO'S ONLINE There are 216 Active Visitors on BobcatAttack.com 213 Guests 3 Registered Users:   shabamon, ohio9704, spongeBOB CATpants There are no other users looking at this page.

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