Buckeye State of the Union Archives

Ohio State Football: Beat Michigan or Win the National Championship?

Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith in the Cotton Bowl against Miami | Image Credit: The Ohio State University Department of Athletics

January 3, 2026

Without using “both,” Ohio State can now answer a fabled question: Would you rather beat Michigan or win the National Championship? For years, a question has circulated throughout Buckeye Nation and the Ohio State football program: Would you rather beat Michigan or win the National Championship? The last two seasons have ended with one or the other being accomplished, but not both. 2022 was the first opportunity for the Buckeyes to…

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Ohio State Enters CFP With an Edge | Cotton Bowl Offensive Press Conference Recap vs Miami

December 22, 2025

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Ohio State head coach Ryan Day and four offensive players met with the media to discuss the Cotton Bowl matchup against Miami. Ohio State is locked in for the College Football Playoff, and the message from the Cotton Bowl press conference was clear: this team is motivated, focused, and ready to write its own story. Blake Biscardi of The Silver Bulletin and Saturday Cadence joins Stephen Leonard from Buckeye Backers…

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Buckeye State of the Union: Ryan Day Reacts to The Game, Communication Issue, Julian Sayin’s Command

December 2, 2025

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Ohio State head coach Ryan Day broke down the win over Michigan, Julian Sayin’s growth, and the Buckeyes’ mindset entering Indianapolis for the Big Ten Championship against Indiana. Ohio State head coach Ryan Day met with the media following the Buckeyes’ 27-9 win over Michigan, offering a detailed look at how his team handled The Game, why their mindset matters more than ever, and what the program expects heading into…

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Buckeye State of the Union: Ryan Day Sets the Tone for Michigan Week

Ryan Day met with the media ahead of The Game between Ohio State and Michigan

November 25, 2025

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Ryan Day sets the tone for Michigan Week with key updates, mindset focus, defensive priorities, and why Ohio State feels ready for The Game. Ohio State entered Michigan Week with clarity, urgency, and a laser-focused mindset. Ryan Day met with the media and delivered one of his most intentional press conferences of the season, outlining where the Buckeyes stand mentally and physically heading into the most important game on the…

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Buckeye State of the Union: Ohio State’s Encouraging Sign for Michigan; Penn State Recap; CFP Predictions

November 4, 2025

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Buckeye State of the Union: Ohio State’s Encouraging Sign for Michigan; Penn State Recap; and CFP Rankings Predictions Ryan Day addressed the media today at Noon following Ohio State’s victory over Penn State. Coach Day also looked ahead at this week’s matchup against Purdue. Ryan Day on Ohio State efficiency: “We have to be able to execute efficiently for a whole game. We can’t have a bad play. We’re not…

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Buckeye State of the Union Week 10: The Showdown in the Shoe: Ohio State vs Penn State

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day watches during the second half of the NCAA football game against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Gies Memorial Stadium in Champaign on Oct. 11, 2025. Ohio State won 34-16. | Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

October 28, 2025

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Ohio State hosts Penn State in a Week 10 showdown at the Horseshoe. The top-ranked Buckeyes face a wounded but dangerous Nittany Lion team fighting for pride after four straight losses. Can Ryan Day’s squad prove they’re the nation’s best, or will Penn State’s last stand shake up the season? COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State takes on Penn State this Saturday in what was once one of the most anticipated…

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Buckeye State of the Union: The Standard is the Standard at Ohio State Under Ryan Day’s Leadership

Ohio State Buckeyes Head Coach Ryan Day celebrates win over Illinois with IlliBuck Trophy | Image Credit: The Ohio State University Department of Athletics

October 14, 2025

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Matt Patricia’s defense remains dominant, Julian Sayin shines, and Ryan Day’s leadership has the Buckeyes playing championship football. Ohio State defeated Illinois 34-16 on Saturday night to move to 6-0 on the season, and once again, the story starts with the defense. Matt Patricia’s group turned in another dominant performance, forcing three turnovers and giving the offense short fields to work with throughout the game. The Buckeyes have been elite…

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Buckeye State of the Union: Ohio State vs. Texas and the 2025 Season Outlook

Caleb Downs returnss to lead Ohio State’s secondary as the Big Ten's preseason Defensive Player of the Year as voted on in the Cleveland.com preseason poll.Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

August 26, 2025

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Buckeye State of the Union: Ohio State is set to host No. 1 Texas on Saturday, so let’s evaluate the state of the program for the 2025 season. Welcome to the first Buckeye State of the Union for the 2025 season. As Ohio State gears up for its Week 1 showdown against Texas, there’s plenty to unpack about the defending National Champions and the state of the program under Ryan…

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