Why Tony Alford Left Ohio State for Michigan Football [Video]

Tony Alford Discusses Coaching Transition from Ohio State to Michigan

Tony Alford, the former Ohio State running backs coach, opened up about his recent move to the Michigan Wolverines, where he now serves as the offensive run game coordinator and running backs coach.

Tony Alford Reflects on His Time at Ohio State

Alford, who spent nine seasons with the Buckeyes, joined The John McCallister Report to discuss his career change, stating the decision was mutually beneficial for both him and Ohio State. “This is such a transient job that we have, and we all know that going into it. Nine years is like an eternity in the coaching profession,” Alford said, describing himself as “deeply indebted” to Ohio State and the Buckeye community. “And so I was very fortunate for those nine years, as I said earlier, but I just think it was time.

“And I think it was time for them and Ryan Day …