Bill O'Brien Set to Become Boston College's New Head Coach
Bill O'Brien, former offensive coordinator for the New England Patriots and Ohio State, is finalizing a deal to lead Boston College's football program.
- Boston College is finalizing a deal with Bill O'Brien to become the new head coach, replacing Jeff Hafley.
- O'Brien's coaching history includes stints at Penn State, the Houston Texans, and as offensive coordinator at Alabama.
- His tenure as Ohio State's offensive coordinator may end before it truly began, having been hired on January 18.
- Family considerations and O'Brien's Boston roots are significant factors in his likely move to Boston College.
- The move to Boston College could mark O'Brien's third head coaching role, following his positions at Penn State and the Houston Texans.