Ohio State Parts Ways With Special Teams Coordinator Robby Discher
Ohio State has fired special teams coordinator Robby Discher following their recent loss to Oregon.
Cleveland Akron, OH, November 9, 2026 —
Ohio State has made a change to its football coaching staff, announcing the dismissal of special teams coordinator Robby Discher. The decision comes in the wake of the team’s recent loss to Oregon.
The specific date of Discher’s firing was not immediately provided. Similarly, the exact reasons for his dismissal beyond the context of the team’s performance in the recent game were not detailed in the announcement.
Discher held the role of special teams coordinator for the Buckeyes. The special teams unit is responsible for kicking, punting, and return plays, often playing a critical role in game outcomes through field position, scoring, and momentum.
The firing follows a significant loss for Ohio State against Oregon. While the outcome of that particular game is cited as the immediate backdrop for the coaching change, further details regarding the performance metrics or specific incidents leading to the decision were not disclosed.
College football coaching positions, particularly at prominent programs like Ohio State, are subject to intense scrutiny, with performance and game results often directly impacting staff retention. The university has not yet announced any interim or permanent replacements for the special teams coordinator position.
Story summarized from the original created by Stefan Krajisnik on www.cleveland.com, see more information here.
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