Oregon State's Jonathan Smith hired as Michigan State's next football coach, replacing Mel Tucker

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Michigan State announced Saturday Oregon State head coach Jonathan Smith will become the Spartans' next head coach.

Smith has served as the Beavers' head coach six years. The 2022 season was arguably his most successful. The team has 10 wins and earned a spot in the AP Top 25. Smith also received Pac-12 Coach of the Year honors.

Smith's name had been previously linked to Michigan State after the Spartans fired Mel Tucker following sexual harassment allegations. The university determined Tucker violated school policy and terminated the fourth-year coach.

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Head coach Jonathan Smith of the Oregon State Beavers stands on the field during the first half against the Oregon Ducks at Autzen Stadium Nov. 24, 2023, in Eugene, Ore. (Tom Hauck/Getty Images)

"Jonathan has a proven track record of success, building the Oregon State program from the ground up by implementing a plan resulting in sustained historic success for the Beavers," Michigan State athletic director Alan Haller said in a statement. 

"He's been a part of championship staffs, coached in the College Football Playoff and understands what's required to be successful at the highest level, learning from some of the game's most successful coaches.

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Haller also praised Smith for his track record of recruiting at a high level.

"On the field, his teams are tough and physical, yet innovative. This year, Oregon State has controlled the line of scrimmage on both sides of the ball, ranking among the nation's leaders in both rushing offense and rushing defense. He's shown