Here is a comparison I put together of current Big 12 champion Arizona State University assistant coaches previous coaching experience prior to coming to ASU, versus the new Oklahoma State University staff previous coaching experience. I have only specifically listed P4/5 or NFL experience.
OFFENSE
Offensive Coordinator
ASU Marcus Arroyo – NFL experience. Cal, Oklahoma State, Oregon, and ASU. Over 20 years total college or NFL experience. Also doubles as QB Coach.
OSU Doug Meachum – Oklahoma State, Houston, TCU, and Kansas. 35 years of college coaching experience.
Quarterbacks
ASU – Marcus Arroyo – See above.
OSU Kevin Johns – Northwestern, Indiana, Texas Tech, and Duke. 25 years’ total coaching experience.
Running Backs
ASU Shaun Aguano – Came straight from high school to ASU, no previous experience in the NFL or at any other college level.
OSU John Wozniak – LSU (GA and then OQC), Alabama (ST Analyst). 25 years total coaching experience.
Wide Receivers
ASU Hines Ward – Zero previous coaching experience in the NFL or at any other college level.
OSU – Yet to be named.
Tight Ends
ASU Jason Mohns – Zero previous coaching experience in the NFL or at any other college level. Came straight from the high school ranks.
OSU D.J. Tialavea – No NFL or P4 Coaching experience. 4 years coaching experience at the D-1 level.
Offensive Line
ASU Saga Tuitele – No previous NFL or P4 coaching experience. Substantial (20 years) coaching experience, none at the P4 level.
OSU Vance Vice – Georgia (GA), Clemson (TE’s), Virginia Tech (OL). 33 years total coaching experience.
DEFENSE
Defensive Coordinator
ASU Brian Ward – No NFL experience. Coached as a DC for one year at Washington State as P5 school. 26 years total experience at college and high school level.
OSU Todd Grantham – NFL: Colts, Texans, Browns, Cowboys and Saints. P4: Virginia Tech, Mich State, Georgia, Louisville, Miss State, Florida, and Alabama. 34 years total coaching experience.
Defensive Line
ASU Diron Reynolds – NFL: Colts, Dolphins, and Vikings. P4: Wake Forrest (GA), Indiana, Stanford, Oklahoma, and Mich State. 27 years total coaching experience.
OSU Ryan Osborn – NFL: Ravens. P4: Miss St (GA), Florida (GA), Mich (Def Analyst). 15 years total experience.
Linebackers
ASU A.J. Cooper – P5: Washington St. 18 years total college experience. Going to assume he coaches the safeties. No named safeties coach.
OSU Kap Dede – P4: Florida (Def Analyst (DA), Louisville (DA), and Miss St (DA). 10 years total college experience.
OSU LB Assistant Ryan McNamara -P4: Florida, Miss St (Def QC). 17 years total college experience.
Secondary
Cornerbacks
ASU Bryan Carrington – P4: TCU (recruiting coordinator), USC (RB QC), Texas (Dir of Recruiting). 9 years total coaching experience. First time CB coach.
OSU Jules Montinar – P4: Purdue (GA), Alabama (GA), Georgia (Def QC) 15 years total college coaching experience
Safeties
ASU – See above, no named safety coach, probably A.J. Cooper.
OSU Greg Brown – NFL: Tampa Bay, Falcons, Chargers, Oilers, 49ers, and Saints. P4: Purdue, Colorado, Arizona, Alabama, Louisville, Missouri, Auburn, and USC (Analyst). 33 years total coaching experience.
Nickels – Def Asst
ASU – No such position coach
OSU Kevie Thompson – 3 years college coaching experience.
ChatGPT Conclusion on comparing the staffs:
In conclusion, a comparison of the previous coaching experience between Arizona State University (ASU) and Oklahoma State University (OSU) assistant coaches reveals significant differences in experience levels, particularly in terms of NFL and Power 5 (P4) exposure.
Offensively, ASU's staff showcases a blend of seasoned coaches such as Offensive Coordinator Marcus Arroyo, who brings 20+ years of NFL and college experience, alongside more recent hires like Shaun Aguano and Hines Ward, who come from the high school ranks. In contrast, OSU's offensive staff is marked by long-tenured coaches like Doug Meachum and Kevin Johns, both with 25+ years of experience, though with varying levels of exposure to top-tier programs.
Defensively, ASU's staff, led by Brian Ward, appears to be less seasoned at the Power 5 level, with significant coaching experience but little NFL exposure. On the other hand, OSU's defensive staff is highly experienced, including Todd Grantham with extensive NFL experience and a rich background in Power 5 schools, which provides a notable advantage in terms of pedigree.
Overall, OSU’s coaching staff, with its considerable NFL and Power 5 coaching experience, may provide a more proven track record compared to ASU's staff, which includes a higher proportion of coaches with experience primarily at the high school or lower college levels. This contrast highlights differing approaches in terms of hiring strategy, with OSU prioritizing a wealth of experience at the highest levels of college football and professional football, while ASU appears to be integrating new talent, including former NFL players and high school coaches, with potential for growth in their respective roles.
OFFENSE
Offensive Coordinator
ASU Marcus Arroyo – NFL experience. Cal, Oklahoma State, Oregon, and ASU. Over 20 years total college or NFL experience. Also doubles as QB Coach.
OSU Doug Meachum – Oklahoma State, Houston, TCU, and Kansas. 35 years of college coaching experience.
Quarterbacks
ASU – Marcus Arroyo – See above.
OSU Kevin Johns – Northwestern, Indiana, Texas Tech, and Duke. 25 years’ total coaching experience.
Running Backs
ASU Shaun Aguano – Came straight from high school to ASU, no previous experience in the NFL or at any other college level.
OSU John Wozniak – LSU (GA and then OQC), Alabama (ST Analyst). 25 years total coaching experience.
Wide Receivers
ASU Hines Ward – Zero previous coaching experience in the NFL or at any other college level.
OSU – Yet to be named.
Tight Ends
ASU Jason Mohns – Zero previous coaching experience in the NFL or at any other college level. Came straight from the high school ranks.
OSU D.J. Tialavea – No NFL or P4 Coaching experience. 4 years coaching experience at the D-1 level.
Offensive Line
ASU Saga Tuitele – No previous NFL or P4 coaching experience. Substantial (20 years) coaching experience, none at the P4 level.
OSU Vance Vice – Georgia (GA), Clemson (TE’s), Virginia Tech (OL). 33 years total coaching experience.
DEFENSE
Defensive Coordinator
ASU Brian Ward – No NFL experience. Coached as a DC for one year at Washington State as P5 school. 26 years total experience at college and high school level.
OSU Todd Grantham – NFL: Colts, Texans, Browns, Cowboys and Saints. P4: Virginia Tech, Mich State, Georgia, Louisville, Miss State, Florida, and Alabama. 34 years total coaching experience.
Defensive Line
ASU Diron Reynolds – NFL: Colts, Dolphins, and Vikings. P4: Wake Forrest (GA), Indiana, Stanford, Oklahoma, and Mich State. 27 years total coaching experience.
OSU Ryan Osborn – NFL: Ravens. P4: Miss St (GA), Florida (GA), Mich (Def Analyst). 15 years total experience.
Linebackers
ASU A.J. Cooper – P5: Washington St. 18 years total college experience. Going to assume he coaches the safeties. No named safeties coach.
OSU Kap Dede – P4: Florida (Def Analyst (DA), Louisville (DA), and Miss St (DA). 10 years total college experience.
OSU LB Assistant Ryan McNamara -P4: Florida, Miss St (Def QC). 17 years total college experience.
Secondary
Cornerbacks
ASU Bryan Carrington – P4: TCU (recruiting coordinator), USC (RB QC), Texas (Dir of Recruiting). 9 years total coaching experience. First time CB coach.
OSU Jules Montinar – P4: Purdue (GA), Alabama (GA), Georgia (Def QC) 15 years total college coaching experience
Safeties
ASU – See above, no named safety coach, probably A.J. Cooper.
OSU Greg Brown – NFL: Tampa Bay, Falcons, Chargers, Oilers, 49ers, and Saints. P4: Purdue, Colorado, Arizona, Alabama, Louisville, Missouri, Auburn, and USC (Analyst). 33 years total coaching experience.
Nickels – Def Asst
ASU – No such position coach
OSU Kevie Thompson – 3 years college coaching experience.
ChatGPT Conclusion on comparing the staffs:
In conclusion, a comparison of the previous coaching experience between Arizona State University (ASU) and Oklahoma State University (OSU) assistant coaches reveals significant differences in experience levels, particularly in terms of NFL and Power 5 (P4) exposure.
Offensively, ASU's staff showcases a blend of seasoned coaches such as Offensive Coordinator Marcus Arroyo, who brings 20+ years of NFL and college experience, alongside more recent hires like Shaun Aguano and Hines Ward, who come from the high school ranks. In contrast, OSU's offensive staff is marked by long-tenured coaches like Doug Meachum and Kevin Johns, both with 25+ years of experience, though with varying levels of exposure to top-tier programs.
Defensively, ASU's staff, led by Brian Ward, appears to be less seasoned at the Power 5 level, with significant coaching experience but little NFL exposure. On the other hand, OSU's defensive staff is highly experienced, including Todd Grantham with extensive NFL experience and a rich background in Power 5 schools, which provides a notable advantage in terms of pedigree.
Overall, OSU’s coaching staff, with its considerable NFL and Power 5 coaching experience, may provide a more proven track record compared to ASU's staff, which includes a higher proportion of coaches with experience primarily at the high school or lower college levels. This contrast highlights differing approaches in terms of hiring strategy, with OSU prioritizing a wealth of experience at the highest levels of college football and professional football, while ASU appears to be integrating new talent, including former NFL players and high school coaches, with potential for growth in their respective roles.
