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Ohio State Expected to Appoint Ross Bjork as New Athletic Director

Bjork's anticipated hiring signals a fresh start for Ohio State under new president Ted Carter, moving away from institutional knowledge.

  • Texas A&M athletic director Ross Bjork is expected to become the next athletic director at Ohio State, replacing retiring Gene Smith.
  • Bjork's hiring indicates a shift in direction for Ohio State under new president Ted Carter, favoring a fresh start over institutional knowledge.
  • Bjork brings over a decade of SEC experience, having served as athletic director at Texas A&M and Ole Miss.
  • At Texas A&M, Bjork made notable moves such as firing football coach Jimbo Fisher, which resulted in the largest buyout in college sports history.
  • The hiring process is reportedly in the final stages and could be completed within the next few days.
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