Ryan Day Challenges Ohio State Running Backs to “Run Angry” as Run Game Seeks Consistency

Ohio State Buckeyes running back Ja'kobi Jackson (24) celebrates a touchdown during the NCAA football game against the Kent State Golden Flashes at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Sept. 19, 2026. Ohio State won 59-3. Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch, USA TODAY Network Via Reuters Co
September 22, 2026

Ryan Day challenges Ohio State’s running backs to run angry as execution, physicality, and short-yardage struggles remain key concerns. Ohio State’s running game enters Big Ten play with an emphasis on physicality, execution, and maximizing opportunities at the line of scrimmage. Ryan Day said Tuesday that the Buckeyes missed opportunities against Kent State, including several runs that developed behind open blocking lanes. The issue emerged at the second level, where…

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Ohio State Football: Ryan Day Gives Updates on Offensive Line, Players to Watch

Ohio State offensive lineman Carson Hinzman at spring practice | Image Credit: Ohio State Football
April 7, 2026

Ohio State football navigates spring practice with four returning starters, but major questions on the right side of the offensive line. Ohio State turned in a strong and productive 2025 season, but the right side of the offensive line remained a consistent weakness. The Buckeyes return four of five starters, with Tegra Tshabola being the lone departure after transferring to Kentucky for his final season. With Carson Hinzman, Luke Montgomery,…

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