COLUMBUS, OH – Ohio State head coach Ryan Day has been a part of many memorable moments in his coaching career,

COLUMBUS, OH – Ohio State head coach Ryan Day has been a part of many memorable moments in his coaching career,

but one moment stands out as the turning point in the Buckeyes’ national championship season.

 

In an interview with ESPN, Day revealed the moment he knew the Buckeyes would win the College Football Playoff national title.

 

“It was during our game against Penn State on November 23rd,” Day said. “We were down 21-16 at halftime, but I could see the fire in our players’ eyes. They were determined to come out and make a statement in the second half.”

 

And make a statement they did. The Buckeyes came out of the locker room and scored 24 unanswered points in the third quarter, en route to a 56-27 victory over the Nittany Lions.

 

“That was the moment I knew we had something special,” Day said. “Our players showed me that they had the heart and the determination to overcome any obstacle and achieve greatness.”

 

The win over Penn State was a turning point in the season for the Buckeyes. They went on to win their final three regular season games, and then dominated in the Big Ten Championship Game against Wisconsin.

 

From there, the Buckeyes cruised through the College Football Playoff, defeating Clemson in the semifinals and then Oregon in the national championship game.

 

“It was an incredible journey, and I’m so proud of our players and coaches for their hard work and dedication,” Day said. “We faced a lot of adversity throughout the season, but we always found a way to overcome it and come out on top.”

 

Day’s revelation about the Penn State game is a testament to the Buckeyes’ resilience and determination. It’s a moment that will be remembered for years to come, and one that will inspire future generations of Ohio State players.

 

The Buckeyes’ national championship season was a remarkable achievement, and one that capped off an incredible year for the program. With a talented young core and a coaching staff that’s second to none, the future looks bright for Ohio State football.

 

As for Day, he’s already looking ahead to next season and the challenges that come with defending a national title.

 

“We’re going to enjoy this championship for a little while, but then it’s back to work,” Day said. “We’ve got a lot of talented players returning, and we’re excited to see what the future holds for this program.”

 

The moment that Day pointed to as the turning point in the Buckeyes’ national championship season is a testament to the team’s resilience and determination. It’s a moment that will be remembered for years to come, and one that will inspire future generations of Ohio State players.

 

As the Buckeyes look to defend their national title next season, they’ll be drawing on the lessons they learned during their championship run. And for Day and his coaching staff, that means continuing to emphasize the importance of hard work, determination, and teamwork.

 

“We’re going to keep doing what we’ve been doing,” Day said. “We’re going to keep working hard, keep pushing ourselves to be better, and keep believing in each other. That’s the formula for success, and that’s what we’re going to continue to do.”