Summary
Ohio State coach Ryan Day expressed his enthusiasm for retaining defensive coordinator Matt Patricia after the team finished the 2025 season with a strong performance, despite losing key games. Patricia helped the Buckeyes achieve top national rankings in defense, including scoring and red zone defense.
Key Facts
- Ohio State finished the 2025 regular season undefeated at 12-0.
- The team lost the Big Ten Championship to Indiana and then a playoff game to Miami.
- Matt Patricia will continue as Ohio State's defensive coordinator.
- Ryan Day praised Patricia for his work in building trust within the team.
- Ohio State's defense ranked No. 1 in the nation in several categories.
- Key defensive players are expected to be high picks in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- Patricia was a finalist for the Broyles Award, honoring top college assistant coaches.
