One of Ohio State’s strength coaches is reportedly graduating to a bigger role elsewhere.
Per ESPN’s Pete Thamel: “Ohio State assistant strength coach Niko Palazeti is leaving to take the director of football sports performance job for Scott Satterfield at Cincinnati.” Noting, “He spent six years with the Buckeyes and is a former player at Michigan State.”
Sources: Ohio State assistant strength coach Niko Palazeti is leaving to take the director of football sports performance job for Scott Satterfield at Cincinnati. He spent six years with the Buckeyes and is a former player at Michigan State.
— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) January 2, 2023
The football world reacted to the news out of Columbus.
— Matt (@BearcatMatt90) January 2, 2023
“Big 12 poaching Mid Ten coaches you love to see it,” a user said.
“One of the best human beings I’ve ever crossed paths with,” tweeted Blair Vaughan. “Selfless, caring, passionate Coach! So excited for you and your family!!!”
One of the best human beings I’ve ever crossed paths with. Selfless, caring, passionate Coach! So excited for you and your family @NikoPalazeti !!! https://t.co/XdC2SjNMlN
— Blair Vaughan (@blairvaughan41) January 2, 2023
https://t.co/2zhPuzUIDQ pic.twitter.com/zySYC9tYUQ
— Aaron (@acsmith37) January 2, 2023
“Palazeti is one of a few Ohio State staffers who are expected to join Scott Satterfield and the Bearcats in off-field roles this offseason. Zach Grant and Cass Simmons are also expected to join UC’s recruiting department, which was previously reported by FootballScoop.com,” shared The Athletic’s Justin Williams.
Palazeti is one of a few Ohio State staffers who are expected to join Scott Satterfield and the #Bearcats in off-field roles this offseason.
Zach Grant and Cass Simmons are also expected to join UC’s recruiting department, which was previously reported by @FootballScoop. https://t.co/Nl6EfpSjN6
— Justin Williams (@Williams_Justin) January 2, 2023
A very nice get for the new-look ‘Cats.