Ohio State football is promoting assistant Keenan Bailey to co-offensive coordinator, according to a report from ESPN’s Pete Thamel. Bailey will continue to coach tight ends. He’ll also work closely with recently-promoted offensive coordinator Brian Hartline and newly-hired offensive line coach/run-game coordinator Tyler Bowen.

What many Ohio State fans may not realize is that before winning his first national championship in 1954, Woody Hayes faced similar criticism. After a 4-3-2 record in 1951 and back-to-back 6-3 seasons in 1952 and 1953, he endured significant pressure from OSU fans who doubted him.

Day, who earned just over $10 million in 2024, was under fire by fans and media after the Buckeyes lost to rival Michigan for a fourth straight year. Ohio State received an at-large spot in the 12-team College Football Playoff and posted impressive wins over Tennessee, Oregon, Texas and Notre Dame for its first national title since 2014.