Mark Ingram II, a former Ohio State star running back, defends the pressure faced by current coach Ryan Day as the Buckeyes chase their first National Championship since 2014. Ingram emphasizes the demanding nature of coaching at a program like Ohio State, where high expectations and unwavering fan support are constants.
The intense scrutiny and pressure faced by Ohio State football coach Ryan Day have been a hot topic of discussion following the team's impressive performance this season. After a challenging start, Day has led the Buckeyes on an undefeated run, securing a spot in the National Championship game. This resurgence has sparked debate about whether the criticism leveled at Day earlier in the season was warranted.
One former Ohio State star who understands the weight of expectations is Mark Ingram II. Ingram, who played for the Buckeyes from 2009 to 2010, believes the pressure is an inherent part of coaching at a program like Ohio State. 'Fan bases are the bloodline for what programs are. Are they rugged? Are they tough? Do they have high expectations? Do they expect you to win every game? To beat your rival and win a national championship?' he said. 'I can tell you, every person who puts on a scarlet and gray helmet— that’s not for the timid. I went seven years, and I was good,' he continued. 'I mean, that was 365 days a year, seven days a week. You’re working to do the very best you can and be the best at what you do.' Ingram's perspective highlights the demanding nature of coaching at a program like Ohio State, where success is paramount and fan expectations run high. The team's recent success, fueled in part by a robust NIL budget, has further solidified the program's standing and attracted top talent. 'You can never worry about an open seat at Ohio Stadium. You can never worry about a program that’s not going to be funded by the people because they are absolute nut jobs,' concluded former Ohio State coach Urban Meyer, emphasizing the unwavering support and financial commitment from the fan base.
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