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C.J. Stroud Offers Perspective on Ryan Day Pressure After Ohio State CFP Ranking Drop

C.J. Stroud Offers Perspective on Ryan Day Pressure After Ohio State CFP Ranking Drop
World Sports · 07:54:13 - Friday, 6 November 2026

Former Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud has offered perspective on the mounting pressure facing head coach Ryan Day after the Buckeyes slipped in the latest College Football Playoff rankings.

Stroud, now with the Houston Texans, suggested that the situation may not be as dire as it appears, echoing a sentiment that the program's long-term trajectory remains strong despite the recent setback.

Ohio State's drop in the CFP rankings has intensified scrutiny on Day, who has guided the team to multiple Big Ten titles but has yet to win a national championship since taking over in 2019.

The Buckeyes will look to rebound in their upcoming games as they aim to secure a playoff berth.

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