Ryan Day ignores Michigan controversy to focus on upcoming Texas game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 6:49 PM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026
Ohio State head coach Ryan Day stated he is not focused on the ongoing Michigan controversy surrounding a disputed clock call in their game against Western Michigan. Day emphasized that the Buckeyes have shifted all attention toward their next opponent, the Texas Longhorns. Ohio State enters the upcoming matchup following a 56-3 season-opening victory over Ball State. The team travels to Austin, Texas, to play the Longhorns at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on September 12. While Michigan faces scrutiny for the finish of their recent contest, Ohio State continues preparation for a high-profile schedule that includes games against Indiana and Oregon later this season.
- •Ryan Day confirmed his staff is exclusively focused on preparing for the Texas game.
- •Ohio State defeated Ball State 56-3 in their season opener.
- •The Buckeyes play the Longhorns on September 12 in Austin.
- •Michigan was dropped from the AP Poll following a controversial win over Western Michigan.
- •Ohio State has upcoming games scheduled against Indiana on October 17 and Oregon on November 7.
- 6:49 PMYahoo Sports — Ohio State football news: Ryan Day couldn't care less about Michigan's Clockgate scandal as Texas looms
"The fallout of Michigan’s Clockgate scandal will linger for the rest of the season. While some might think their rival Ohio State would fight tooth and nail, that is not the case. Head coach Ryan Day is keeping the focus on their upcoming game against Texas, per Stefan Krajisnik of Cleveland.com. “I really haven’t been focused on that at all. As […] The post Ohio State football news: Ryan Day couldn't care less about Michigan's Clockgate scandal as Texas looms appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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