Ohio State Buckeyes offensive coordinator Brian Hartline has been the subject of rumors linking him to Penn State and UCLA, fueled by his success in developing NFL talent like Chris Olave, Garrett Wilson, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Despite speculation, college football analyst James Parks believes the rumors of Hartline leaving for Penn State are unfounded, citing his strong roots at Ohio State and his loyalty to the program. Parks predicts Hartline will remain at Ohio State for now, though he may leave if Ryan Day departs. Meanwhile, recent NFL firing of Chip Kelly, who was Ohio State's former offensive coordinator, serves as a warning that coaching moves outside Columbus can be risky. Kelly’s brief stint with the Las Vegas Raiders ended in less than a year, illustrating that the grass may not be greener elsewhere. Penn State has shown interest in Hartline, with fans favoring him as their next head coach. However, Hartline has expressed love for Ohio State and his desire to win a national championship at a top program or in the NFL. The Nittany Lions still have talented rosters, and Penn State’s athletic director Pat Kraft is reportedly considering Hartline as a candidate. If Hartline leaves Ohio State, a familiar face who just became available is a potential replacement—who is also highly paid and capable of building a strong staff. Ohio State’s recent investments in coaching salaries suggest they are prepared to pay top dollar to retain him or to promote from within.