Columbus, OH – In a stunning development, Ohio State head coach Ryan Day has officially shut the door on his long-rumored NFL aspirations, signing a three-year contract extension with the Buckeyes. The news comes amid speculation that Day was eyeing a transition to the professional ranks, particularly with multiple NFL teams in search of a new head coach.
Ohio State confirmed the extension early this morning, locking in Day through the 2029 season. Financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed, but sources indicate the contract includes a significant salary increase and added incentives for College Football Playoff appearances and national championships.
Day’s decision to stay in Columbus is a major win for the Buckeyes, who have consistently been among college football’s elite under his leadership. Since taking over in 2019, he has posted an impressive 56-8 record, leading Ohio State to multiple Big Ten titles and playoff appearances. However, his tenure has also been marked by increasing pressure to defeat archrival Michigan, with the Buckeyes losing three straight to the Wolverines.
“This is where my heart is,” Day said in a statement. “I love this program, these players, and the Ohio State community. We have unfinished business, and I’m more committed than ever to bringing championships back to Columbus.”
The extension effectively silences rumors linking Day to NFL vacancies, including the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks. With Ohio State’s 2024 recruiting class ranking among the nation’s best, Buckeye fans can now breathe a sigh of relief knowing their head coach isn’t going anywhere.
For Ohio State, the mission remains clear: reclaim the Big Ten crown and return to the College Football Playoff. And now, they’ll be doing it with Ryan Day leading the charge for years to come.
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