Ohio State coach’s quarterback son commits to Big 10 rival
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- R.J. Day, son of Ohio State football coach Ryan Day, has committed to Northwestern for the Class of 2027, setting up a unique family rivalry within the Big Ten Conference.
- The 6-foot-1, 205-pound quarterback from Columbus, Ohio, has been a three-year starter at St. Francis DeSales High School and chose Northwestern over offers from Purdue, Syracuse, Cincinnati, and South Florida.
- Northwestern’s offensive coordinator is Chip Kelly, who previously worked with Ryan Day at Ohio State and coached him in college, creating a strong personal connection influencing R.J. Day’s decision.
- Northwestern currently has eight quarterbacks on its roster, indicating a competitive environment for R.J. Day as he prepares for his collegiate career.
- The commitment highlights the intertwining relationships between the Day family and Chip Kelly, spanning college and professional football coaching careers.
