Oh lawd that's ugly.

I mean were any practical fans actually expecting him to play though?

That's a large young man. Him beside Amare might punch the tcun right in the mouth finally.

Presser Bullets: Ryan Day “Fired Up” for Ohio State’s “Monster” Schedule This Season, Julian Sayin Has “A Different Look in His Eye” This Offseason​

In his first formal press conference ahead of preseason camp, Ohio State’s head football coach expressed gratitude to now be in his eighth year leading the Buckeyes, said Ohio State is “fired up” to play a “monster” schedule this season and praised the growth of Ohio State stars Jeremiah Smith and Julian Sayin, who joined him at Big Ten Media Days along with Buckeye safety Jaylen McClain.

A quick bullet-point recap of what Day had to say:

• Going into his eighth year as Ohio State’s head coach, Day says “it’s more of an honor now than it ever has been for me” to be the head coach at Ohio State.
• Day believes the Big Ten has “great momentum” and is “very well-positioned” for the future. He says commissioner Tony Petitti is a big part of that.
• Day believes the group of Big Ten coaches is “as strong as it’s ever been.”
• Day says Ohio State president Ravi Bellamkonda “learns quickly” and “knows more than he lets on” about athletics. He says the Buckeyes are “in great hands” with Bellamkonda as president.
• On Ohio State’s coaching staff: “I’m obviously biased, but I think it’s the best coaching staff in America.”
• Day also thanked Ohio State athletic director Ross Bjork, his family and his assistant coaches’ families during his opening statement at Big Ten Media Days.
• On his son RJ, a class of 2027 quarterback who committed to Northwestern this summer: “I couldn’t be prouder of what he’s done.”
• Day acknowledges that every coach at Big Ten Media Days says his team had a great summer, “but we have had a great summer.”
• Day said Ohio State is “fired up” about playing a “monster” schedule this season. Day thinks the schedule will give the Buckeyes “early feedback” on how good they are as a team.
• Jeremiah Smith has taken a step into a leadership role this offseason, Day said. “It’s great to watch him find his voice.”
• Julian Sayin has “a different look in his eye” this offseason, Day said. “You see a different person. You see a different body. He’s worked hard. He’s gotten stronger. He’s found his voice even more.”
• Day said that as much as things have changed this offseason, now we’re getting back into football season, and “that’s what matters.”
• Day said Sayin has done a great job keeping up with Arthur Smith’s coaching, even though Day acknowledged that Smith is used to coaching NFL quarterbacks like Aaron Rodgers rather than less experienced college quarterbacks.
• Day says the atmosphere has “really changed” at Indiana and that will be a tough road game for Ohio State this season.

In some circles I may have, ahem traveled in allegedly, we'd call that extralegal. A little bend now and then never hurts eh?

Ryan Day says just what Ohio State football fans needed to hear about QB Julian Sayin before the 2026 season​

Julian Sayin returns as the starter in 2026 for Ohio State where he needs to take a step. Ryan Day’s comments should make Buckeye Nation feel good about that happening.

Day highlights Sayin’s growth this offseason​

Sayin’s first season as Ohio State’s starter was strong until the moments that mattered most. The Buckeyes went 12-0 in his first 12 starts before dropping games against Indiana and Miami in the Big Ten Championship and College Football Playoff. Sayin didn’t play his best when the lights were brightest, and that left a sour taste heading into the offseason.

Day’s comments Wednesday suggest the quarterback has put in the work to change that narrative.

“When you look in his eye, you see a different person, you see a different body. He’s worked hard, he’s gotten stronger, he’s found his voice even more,” Day said.

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I imagine Denzel Wards paycheck numbers could become quite the recruiting tool. Added to the other "highest paid" NFL contracts for Buckeyes we're in pretty good shape.

Glad he was paid. Wish he was somewhere he could compete for a ring.

Bad mutha

BuckeyeNation27 said:

Sounds like something Arthur Smith would say

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Shhhhhhh. Just between fringe elements

billmac91 said:

Most people know this, but with new “challenge” rules, catchers who can “frame” will be less important.

Hedges is nasty as a pitch caller and defensively, but even $4M on a tight budget seems excessive to me……but I trust Vogt signed off on it, so I’m good.

…..I don’t think I’ll ever get over the awful trade of Josh Naylor that cost us more $$$ to bring Carlos Santana in….Still at a loss.

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He's a below replacement level player on a 92 million dollar deal?

I'll quote Tom Hamilton discussing a different bad contract involving a much more talented hitter, "Let's be honest, the reason Miguel Cabrera isn't playing for the tigers is that he's too fat."

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He has narrowed his recruitment to a select number of finalists, but that will be revealed right before he makes his commitment Friday at 5 p.m. ET on the CBS Sports College Football YouTube channel.

His most recent trimmed list included Auburn, Florida, LSU, Miami, Notre Dame, Michigan, Ohio State, Oregon, Syracuse and Texas A&M.

Just sayin': There are 2 Crystal balls for Miami.

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Writers can’t even get headlines correct without editing? I can look past a couple typos but come on.

Bestbuck36 said:

Man. I'd rather we just killed both but my therapist tells me I'm not supposed to say those things out loud.

Shit. Was that out loud just now?

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Nah, you only typed it. Avoid the voice recognition software and you’re fine.

NJ-Buckeye said:

Jim Otis never lost yardage on any rushing attempt during his entire career at Ohio State

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jimotis4heisman said:

Yeah, I knew that.

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Atlanta Falcons news and notes:

Highlights from Flowery Branch on Day One of Camp:

Penix out for 4 more weeks due to rehab.

Tua out for the week due to tight back

Bijan holding out for new contract

Trevor Simeon, 3rd string QB was cut due to “undisclosed medical condition” - assuming it’s AIDS.

Signed Cooper Rush who is now taking 1st team snaps!!!

Back up RB Brian Robinson left practice with an injury

Jaawaan Taylor, starting RT on PUP list to start the season, no other details

Defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich not at practice due to personal matter


This is DAY ONE.
What is this shit going to look like in Week 17

Well, first day of full camp and Shemar Stewart is almost certainly gone for the year...

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billmac91 said:

Awful offensive team…..multiple chances to win in extra innings and just couldn’t play small-ball to get win. Terrible at bats, including awful job of getting bunt down. It’s rough when you have very limited power, and on top of that you don’t have guys who can make contact.

I rarely question Vogt but felt like Gavin easily could’ve pitched the 8th. Could just sense Gaddis was going to give the game up….and he did.

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NOBODY on this team can consistently execute a bunt properly. For a fucking MLB roster that seems insane.

BuckBackHome said:

Guardians are somehow only 1.5 games back in the Central with their recent abysmal performance. I can’t see them doing more than minor tweaks at the trade deadline. I wouldn’t be surprised if they plan to mostly stay put through this season and until the labor issues are figured out.

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I don't think the market this deadline is going to be that great. I'd rather not give up higher end prospects for what will likely amount to a rather meh return for them. There's not much they can realistically do anyways to take themselves from being early round fodder to actual contenders when it comes to the playoffs if they can make it there.

Gavin Williams last 2 starts. 14 IP 5 H 2 ER 23K/1BB

He only got 1 run in support though and took a no decision and a loss

I'd be screaming for a trade if I were him.

Jaxbuck said:

also his head fake game is seriously lacking.

Not even one beanie flying off his head while juking a cone.

We're in trouble

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I feel I need to see the clip from the TCUN QB recruit years ago who was leveled at the high school all star game.

Guardians are somehow only 1.5 games back in the Central with their recent abysmal performance. I can’t see them doing more than minor tweaks at the trade deadline. I wouldn’t be surprised if they plan to mostly stay put through this season and until the labor issues are figured out.