The Michigan State Spartans have found their new football head coach in Oregon State’s Jonathan Smith, who spent the last six seasons at his alma mater posting a 34-35 record that includes a ten-win season in 2022.

The 44-year-old Smith had six years remaining on his contract with the Beavers, worth $31.2 million through 2029, with a $3 million buyout.

The hiring of Jonathan Smith will need approval from MSU’s Board of Trustees, which is next scheduled to meet December 15th but could convene sooner to approve a contract.