The Ohio State Buckeyes experienced one of the most captivating seasons in recent college football history, signaling the first year of the 12-team College Football Playoff. The season featured numerous highs and lows, with head coach Ryan Day at the heart of it all.
As the season began, hopes were soaring in Columbus, with supporters eager about a talented roster and the important NIL investments aimed at improving the team. Nonetheless, following a devastating defeat to Oregon and a loss to Michigan in the last week of the regular season, it seemed that Day’s time at Ohio State could be nearing its conclusion.
However, the situation changed rapidly. Ohio State felt the impact of those losses deeply, arriving in the postseason as the No. 8 seed and forging ahead without hesitation. The Buckeyes triumphed in every match by a margin of ten points or more, ultimately seizing the national championship with a commanding win against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish.
Currently, Day’s prospects in Columbus are more promising than ever. Since assuming control in 2018 when Urban Meyer resigned, it seems he plans to remain for an extended period. On Thursday, ESPN’s Pete Thamel stated that Day and Ohio State have finalized a new seven-year deal valued at $12.5 million per year, extending until 2031. This agreement prolongs his current contract for an additional three years.
Day’s time at Ohio State has been impressive when you examine the statistics. His sole flaw has been his repeated defeats to Michigan in successive seasons, which is the Buckeyes’ greatest rival.
Nonetheless, he boasts a career record of 70-10, stands 24-9 versus top-25 rivals, 15-8 against top-10 squads, and 7-6 against top-five opponents during his tenure with the Buckeyes, all of which are remarkable achievements. Having now secured the national championship, Day has solidified his greatness and legacy in the history of Ohio State Buckeyes.
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