Ryan Day's Seat Warming: $75M Buyout Looms

Ryan Day, Ohio State's head coach, is under pressure following recent performance trends. If the Buckeyes suffer another defeat to Indiana in Bloomington, Day would become the first Ohio State coach in 113 years to lose consecutive games to the Hoosiers. This streak adds to concerns despite leading the team to a 2024 College Football Playoff national championship less than two years prior.

Concerns are mounting, especially with a 2-4 record against rival Michigan and the potential for back-to-back losses against Indiana. These results could jeopardize Day's position, despite his overall 87-13 record, two Big Ten Championships, and one CFP national championship. Firing Day now would necessitate paying out the remaining $75 million guaranteed in his contract over the next five-plus years.