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Ryan Day is a prominent figure in American football, best known as the head coach of the Ohio State Buckeyes, a position he has held since 2019. Here are some key details about him:Early Life and Education
- Born: March 12, 1979, in Manchester, New Hampshire.He attended Manchester Central High School before moving on to the University of New Hampshire, where he played quarterback under coach Chip Kelly.
Coaching Career
- Day has extensive coaching experience at both the collegiate and professional levels.He worked as an assistant coach at various schools, including Boston College, Temple, and Florida.In the NFL, he served as a quarterbacks coach for the Philadelphia Eagles and San Francisco 49ers, where he worked under Chip Kelly.
Ohio State Tenure
- Ryan Day joined Ohio State in 2017 as an offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach under Urban Meyer.In 2018, he served as interim head coach for the first three games, showcasing his capability as a leader.After Urban Meyer’s retirement, Day was named the head coach in 2019.Under his leadership, Ohio State has consistently been one of the top teams in the nation, competing for Big Ten and national titles.
Achievements
- Big Ten Championships: Multiple titles since taking over as head coach.College Football Playoff Appearances: Ohio State has been a regular contender in the playoff picture under Day.Known for developing top-tier quarterbacks like Justin Fields and C.J. Stroud.