Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day and his coaching staff faced criticism following the team's game against the USC Trojans at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on October 31, 2026. An analysis by Gene Ross published on SB Nation on November 1, 2026, argued that Day and his staff failed to adequately prepare the players for the matchup.
The contest took place in Los Angeles, California, with Day seen walking out of the tunnel prior to kickoff. The article did not specify the final score but highlighted perceived shortcomings in coaching decisions and player readiness.
