Michigan State University (MSU) has made a major move in its football program, hiring Jonathan Smith as the new head coach. Smith, who had been the head coach at Oregon State for the past two seasons, is expected to bring a much-needed turnaround to the Spartans’ program.
Smith has a long history of success in college football, having served as an offensive coordinator at Washington and Boise State before taking the head coaching job at Oregon State. He was successful in his two seasons with the Beavers, leading them to a bowl game in 2018 and improving their overall record from 1-11 to 5-7 in 2019.
MSU is hoping that Smith can bring some of that success to East Lansing. The Spartans have struggled in recent years, going 7-6 in 2018 and missing out on a bowl game in 2019. Smith is expected to bring a new energy and enthusiasm to the program, as well as a focus on developing young talent.
Smith’s hire is also seen as a sign of MSU’s commitment to improving its football program. The Spartans have invested heavily in facilities and resources in recent years, and Smith’s hire is seen as a way to further that commitment.
It remains to be seen if Smith can turn around the Spartans’ program, but his hiring is certainly seen as a positive step in the right direction. With his experience and success at Oregon State, MSU is hoping that Smith can bring a new level of success to East Lansing. Only time will tell if Smith can make the Spartans a contender again, but his hiring is certainly seen as a step in the right direction.
