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Ryan Day’s Son Commits to Ohio State’s Big Ten Rival

Ryan Day’s Son Commits to Ohio State’s Big Ten Rival

Summary

RJ Day, the son of Ohio State football coach Ryan Day, has decided to play college football at Northwestern, a Big Ten rival of Ohio State. He chose Northwestern because he wants to build his own identity and have a chance to play early, rather than join his father's team.

Key Facts

  • RJ Day is a three-star quarterback recruit for the class of 2027.
  • He committed to Northwestern, which is a Big Ten rival of Ohio State.
  • RJ wants to create his own path and not be seen only as the coach’s son.
  • Ohio State has a strong football record against Northwestern, winning 66 out of 81 games.
  • Northwestern finished last season with a 7-6 record and won the Game Above Sports Bowl.
  • Northwestern’s starting quarterback is graduating, opening an opportunity for RJ to play as a freshman.
  • RJ said that fit and team environment mattered more to him than the size or reputation of the school.
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