Ryan Day is Making MAJOR Changes Inside the Ohio State Football Program
Release Date: 01/16/2026
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A NEW ERA IS HERE IN COLUMBUS.
Ryan Day is making the most dramatic roster shift Ohio State has seen in years — and it starts with a bold, aggressive transfer portal strategy unlike anything Buckeye fans have seen before.
According to multiple insiders, Day is now:
👉 Targeting older, battle-tested players through the portal
👉 Letting younger, unproven players walk without resistance
👉 And loading up on defensive studs to rebuild toughness & depth
This isn’t accidental. This is intentional. This is strategic.
This is Ryan Day trying to build a roster built to win RIGHT NOW.
Today, we break down the full strategy, the players involved, and what this means for Ohio State’s 2025 title push.
🔥 LIVE Show Topics:
Why Ryan Day is prioritizing experienced, veteran players in the portal
The younger players he’s allowing — even encouraging — to walk
Ohio State’s plan to reload the defense through portal acquisitions
Positions Day is aggressively targeting: DL, DB, LB, OL depth
How the new NIL approach fits into Ohio State’s “win-now” roster build
What this means for Ohio State’s culture, development, and locker room
How this overhaul impacts recruiting and the 2025 depth chart
Whether this strategy can deliver a national championship
LIVE chat reactions, portal rumors, defensive targets & breaking updates
This is the most aggressive and calculated roster shift of Ryan Day’s career, and it signals exactly how serious Ohio State is about getting back to the top of college football.
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Ohio State Football is one of the most successful college football programs in history. With a total of 9 National Championships, the Buckeyes have established themselves as a powerhouse in the NCAA. Led by head coach Ryan Day, Ohio State has become known for its hard-hitting, aggressive defense and a high-octane offensive attack. While their recent success has been rooted in their strong recruiting class and their 2014 national championship, the program has a long and storied history in the college football world. On any given Saturday, the OSU faithful can be found inside the famous Ohio Stadium cheering on the scarlet and gray. Regardless of the opponent, each game brings out the passion and excitement that Ohio State fans are so well known for. Follow the Buckeyes and join the Buckeye Nation in their quest to reach another championship. Go Bucks!