Former Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles took back one of his staffers as he moves to become Tennessee's DC on Thursday, plucking Buckeye assistant defensive backs coach Micahel Hunter to coach his cornerbacks.
Hunter worked with Knowles at both Oklahoma State and Ohio State. He's an ex-NFL defensive back.
Tennessee is expected to hire Ohio States Michael Hunter as cornerbacks coach, sources tell @CBSSports.
— Matt Zenitz (@mzenitz) January 2, 2026
The ex-NFL DB was assistant defensive backs coach at Ohio State the last two years. Previously worked with new Vols DC at Jim Knowles at both Ohio State and Oklahoma State. pic.twitter.com/LdFx7m37bb
The Buckeyes' cornerback room remains in good hands with coach Tim Walton, who's recruited and developed at a high level the past few seasons. Ohio State had the nation's No. 3 passing defense in 2024 and No. 1 pass defense in 2025.
