June 15, 2026

How the Salary of Ohio State's Ryan Day Compares to Other NCAA Coaches

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Based on remarkable first-year results both on the field and in the living rooms, it’s a popular opinion in Central Ohio circles that Buckeye head coach Ryan Day has lived up to, and perhaps even exceeded his coaching expectations. The 41-year old former assistant went 13-1 in his inaugural campaign which included a Big Ten title, convincing win over his rival, and a singular loss marred with controversy in the College Football Playoff semifinal vs. Clemson. Not only did the Buckeyes produce convincing results all season, Day is also making history with the Ohio State recruiting classes. Currently No. 1 in the 2021 recruiting class rankings over perennial powers Alabama and Clemson, the New Hampshire native is erasing any doubts about living up to former coach Urban Meyer’s most noteworthy asset. So it was certainly warranted when Day received a massive contract extension in February that will keep him in…

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