Cincinnati Bearcats Name Ohio State Co-Defensive Coordinator Luke Fickell As Head Coach

Ohio State co-defensive coordinator Luke Fickell was announced as the next head coach of the Cincinnati Bearcats.

The Bearcats and Fickell reportedly agreed to a 6-year deal and he will stay with Ohio State through the playoff.

A new era in #Bearcats football begins today! Welcome @CoachFick! pic.twitter.com/vtH07r4Vch

— Cincinnati Football (@GoBearcatsFB) December 10, 2016

Meet the new coach of the #Bearcats @CoachFick pic.twitter.com/8yOBn9urGu

— Cincinnati Bearcats (@GoBEARCATS) December 10, 2016

Urban Meyer also congratulated Fickell.

Opportunities arise because of great dedication, great effort & great players! Congratulations to Luke Fickell, one of the best in the game!

— Urban Meyer (@OSUCoachMeyer) December 10, 2016

Whether it’s the upcoming Fiesta Bowl playoff game against Clemson or a National Championship vs. Alabama, Fickell’s last time on the field as a Buckeye is near.