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AEP Ohio picks routes for massive new transmission lines near Licking County Intel plant
AEP Ohio has settled on two routes in Delaware and Licking counties where it wants to bolster its transmission system in anticipation of the arrival of Intel and other energy-intensive businesses in western Licking County in coming years.
AEP plans to add two, 13-mile-long transmission lines from the Vassell Substation off State Rte. 37 near Sunbury, according to the company.
One line would go to a new substation close to the Intel plant; a second line would extend to another new substation west of there near where Amazon has bought 400 acres
The lines are subject to approval by the Ohio Power Siting Board, the state agency responsible for approving new sources of power generation and transmission lines.
AEP has notified the siting board for one line that it wants. It says it plans to seek approval of the second line in the future.
AEP says the new lines are necessary to connect new customers to the grid and ensure continued reliable electricity for area customers.
AEP hopes to begin construction on the first line this fall with the goal of having it finished in spring 2026.
Both lines would be 345-kilovolt transmission lines, the second most powerful transmission line, trailing only the 765-kilovolt line. These lines carry electricity for long distances.
Each line would be about 135 feet high and has a right of way that’s 150 feet wide.
The first line would run from the Vassell substation to a new substation near Green Chapel Road, close to the two plants that Intel is building.
The line initially runs east from Sunbury along the path of an existing line and then turns south before Rattlesnake Ridge Golf Club. The line then finishes at a new substation along Green Chapel Road, east of Clover Valley Road.
The second line starts south from the Vassell Substation and then moves southeast, mostly parallel with the other transmission line.
Then the line moves east and connects to the same path as the first line is on.
North of Fancher Road, the two lines split with the second line heading west and finishing at new substation near U.S. Rte. 62.
AEP says it is talking with the affected property owners about field work and easements that will be needed for the project.
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On Wednesday, news broke that Ohio State offensive coordinator and wide receivers coach Brian Hartline would be departing for the vacant head coaching position at USF. The news is disappointing, but it was a move many Ohio State fans and staff expected to happen sooner or later. Hartline has been with the program since 2017 and is widely regarded as one of the nation’s premier recruiters. He has been nothing short of sensational for the Buckeyes, consistently landing elite prospects not only at wide receiver but across multiple positions.
It is impossible not to feel a deep sense of respect and admiration for Hartline and to wish him tremendous success at USF. Yet his departure leaves a significant question hovering over Columbus: Who steps in to fill the void at offensive coordinator and wide receivers coach?
It is still very early, but here are five candidates who could succeed Hartline as Ohio State’s offensive coordinator.
Ex–Las Vegas Raiders Offensive Coordinator Chip Kelly
This one almost feels too easy to connect. Kelly served as Ohio State’s offensive coordinator last season and played a central role in the Buckeyes’ national championship run. His success in Columbus drew the attention of the NFL, and he ultimately signed a three-year, eighteen-million-dollar deal with the Las Vegas Raiders, one of the richest OC contracts in the league. Things unraveled quickly in Vegas, though, and after a 2–9 start, he was dismissed in late November.
Kelly knows the program inside and out and has a strong relationship with head coach Ryan Day. If the timing and circumstances line up, it is easy to picture him returning to Columbus.
Ohio State Co-Offensive Coordinator and Tight Ends Coach Keenan Bailey
If the Buckeyes prefer to promote from within, Keenan Bailey is an extremely logical option. He has been working closely with Hartline throughout the 2025 season and has been instrumental in shaping the offense. Bailey began as a recruiting analyst at Notre Dame in 2014 and has steadily climbed the ladder at Ohio State since arriving in 2016. Known for his work ethic and his ability to connect with players, he has been key in developing tight end production with Cade Stover in 2023 and Max Klare in 2025.
Ryan Day offered high praise for Bailey at Big Ten Media Days in 2023, noting that Bailey has earned trust throughout the building because of his energy, consistency, and genuine connection with players. Bailey would make plenty of sense as a full-time playcaller.
Ohio State Offensive Line Coach Tyler Bowen
Tyler Bowen is another strong internal candidate. He currently leads an offensive line that has been outstanding in 2025, allowing quarterback Julian Sayin to be sacked only six times during the entire regular season. Bowen also brings prior playcalling experience and a remarkably diverse résumé that includes roles at Maryland, Towson, Penn State, and Fordham, along with NFL experience as the Jaguars’ tight ends coach.
He also has a recruiting background that should not be overlooked, especially when considering Hartline’s departure. Bowen was responsible for landing players such as Theo Johnson, Brenton Strange, Olu Fashanu, and Tyler Warren at Penn State, all of whom went on to become NFL starters. That track record could be significant as Ohio State looks to maintain its recruiting edge.
UCLA Offensive Coordinator Jerry Neuheisel
Jerry Neuheisel is a compelling name who will appear in many OC discussions this offseason. After taking over playcalling duties in Week Four, he helped UCLA surge with three straight wins over Penn State, Michigan State, and Maryland, sparking real excitement around the Bruins. He was also spotted speaking with Ryan Day following UCLA’s recent loss to Ohio State in Columbus.
This would be an intriguing pairing. Neuheisel is young, creative, and full of potential, and he could thrive with the level of talent Ohio State brings in year after year.
North Texas Offensive Coordinator Jordan Davis
Jordan Davis is one of the hottest offensive names on the market this year. He orchestrated the nation’s top total offense and top scoring offense at North Texas, and with head coach Eric Morris taking over at Oklahoma State, Davis may also be ready for a new opportunity. His background is loaded with quarterback development, having worked with Patrick Mahomes at Texas Tech, Cam Ward at both Incarnate Word and Washington State, John Mateer at WSU, and Drew Mestemaker this year at North Texas.
Davis could be a fascinating match with Ryan Day, and his arrival might push the Buckeyes’ offense to an even more explosive level.
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The Oregon Ducks have secured 18 signees so far to add to their 2026 recruiting class. However, some coaching changes at the Ducks’ Big Ten Conference rivals could lead to a flip, and some of Oregon’s current stars are putting on the pressure.
Five-star wide receiver Chris Henry Jr., who’s ranked by 247Sports as the No. 1 athlete in his position and No. 1 in his home state of California, announced on social media he’s delaying his letter of intent signing to the Ohio State Buckeyes due to “coaching changes.” The decision is considered to be in reaction to Ohio State offensive coordinator and former wide receivers coach Brian Hartline leaving to become the head coach at USF.
Recenlty, star Oregon freshman wide receiver Dakorien Moore posted onto social media, “Need you by my side,” and tagged Henry Jr. in an effort to recruit the fellow five-star. Moore also reposted ESPN’s coverage of his own post with the caption “History in the making” onto Instagram in yet another push for a potential Henry r. flip to Oregon.
Moore Pushes Some More
If those two posts didn’t already communicate Moore wants Henry to bring his talents to Eugene, the third highest yardage receiver on the Ducks (443 yards on the season while missing the last four games due to injury) also posted on his X account “God got you family” in direct response to Henry’s announcement of delaying his signing.
Who Else Joined the Party
Other Ducks jumping on the Henry Jr. recruiting party online is true freshman wide receiver Jordon Davison, who’s become the go-to guy for touchdowns throughout the season in his first year. Davison, a former Mater Dei teammate of Henry Jr., directly tagged the Ohio State commit with a post saying, “run it back.”
@ChrisHenryJr run it back!💯
— Jordon Davison (@Jord0n2) December 3, 2025
Class of 2026 committed running back Tradarian Ball also put out some support for Henry flipping, saying “Come join the family.”
In response to Henry’s announcement, several Oregon fans have flocked to the comments, encouraging the Mater Dei High School senior to consider joining the Ducks. Oregon’s fan base is notoriously one of the larger online presences for recruiting efforts.
Don’t count out the Buckeyes, as wide receiver Jeremiah Smith replied “WE NEED YOU!!!!” to Henry’s post. The message was reposted by Buckeye quarterback Julian Sayin.
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The Latest on Henry
According to Rivals, the Texas Longhorns put in a substantial NIL offer to land Henry Jr. while Oregon coach Dan Lanning’s relationship with Henry continues to keep the Ducks in the race.
Interestingly, Oregon has a similar predicament to Ohio State with Ducks offensive coordinator Will Stein getting hired to be the next head coach of the Kentucky Wildcats. Where the situations differ, however, is that Hartline started recruiting Henry Jr. as his position coach before becoming the Buckeyes wide receiver. Oregon wide receivers coach Ross Douglas was hired in February 2025 and there are no indications of him leaving soon.
Brian Hartline is expected to be hired as the next head coach at South Florida, according to multiple reports published on Dec. 3.
Hartline has been the wide receivers coach for the Buckeyes throughout coach Ryan Day’s tenure and the primary offensive coordinator and play-caller this season.
A former wide receiver for the Buckeyes who went on to play seven seasons in the NFL, most of them with the Miami Dolphins, he first joined the staff as a quality control coach in 2017 before taking over as the position coach.
Hartline has been well regarded for his development of wide receivers as the Buckeyes have seen five of them taken in the first round of the NFL draft over the last four years.
This is a developing story and will be updated.
Joey Kaufman covers Ohio State football for The Columbus Dispatch. Email him at jkaufman@dispatch.com and follow along on Bluesky, Instagram and X for more.
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