According to a report from Yahoo Sports’ Pete Thamel, Ohio State secondary coach Matt Barnes has agreed to become the new defensive coordinator at Memphis.
The news comes just four days after the 35-year-old Barnes said he would like to remain on the Buckeyes’ staff after the hiring of Oklahoma State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles.
“I love Ryan Day, I love Ohio State, I love Columbus, Ohio, and I love our players, so I’d certainly love an opportunity to remain here,” Barnes said during his Rose Bowl media availability on Tuesday. “It’s a wonderful place. I’ve enjoyed every moment that I’ve been here.
“I can’t imagine there are many head coaches to work for better than Ryan Day, and Columbus is an awesome place. It’s a great place. My wife and I love it here. (My son) loves it here. That’s what I can tell you.”
Barnes – who just finished his third season at Ohio State – would replace Mike Macintyre, who was named the head coach at Florida International on Dec. 9.
This is a breaking news story that will be updated.
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