Mike Vrabel Accepts OSU Job, Headed Home

Much to our expectations, Mike Vrabel has accepted the job to Ohio State. That job title is assistant coach, and could be a great find for the Buckeyes. Not only does this help out current players trying to get to the NFL, but think about the recruiting it could bring Luke Fickell's staff. A just retired NFL player that was outstanding at what he did could be a serious attention grabber for some big time defensive recruits. Simply because he has been there and knows what NFL scouts are looking for and what teams will treat them like, etc.

Vrabel will bring some serious intensity to this team and get them fired up. I'm truly excited about this pick up, because if anyone is going to motivate this team into doing things no one thought possible it's Mike Vrabel. An impressive NFL career that included 4 Super Bowls, Vrabel knows how to win. This is a refreshing choice by the Ohio State office, and I think we're in for a treat.

Per 11W:

"A press conference will be held tomorrow to make the announcement that former Buckeye defensive end and NFL All Pro linebacker Mike Vrabel has agreed to join Luke Fickell's coaching staff. 

For three seasons beginning in 1994, Fickell and Vrabel lined up next to each other for 38 consecutive games, culminating with the 1996 Big Ten and Rose Bowl championship team whose defense only allowed 11 points per game.

Vrabel ended his Ohio State playing career with an astonishing 66 tackles for a loss and 36 sacks despite playing on teams loaded with NFL talent."