If Ohio State head coach Ryan Day is trying to make a statement against Michigan this afternoon, he's got a funny way of showing it. Despite being 20-point favorites over Michigan this weekend, Ohio State hasn't been able to create any separation. Fans thought the Buckeyes would finally get the upper hand in the third quarter when the defense intercepted a pass from Davis Warren to given the offense incredible field position, but Day's coaching ultimately doomed the team. After wasting a first-down play on a run that gained zero yards, Day dialed up a short pass and then another run on 3rd and 10. Naturally, fans at Ohio Stadium booed the coaching staff for its lack of aggression. To make matters worse, kicker Jayden Fielding missed a 34-yard field goal. Even though Day doesn't call the plays for Ohio State, he's under fire for allowing Chip Kelly's offense to be so conservative all game long. Ben Jackson/Getty Images "Ryan Day is a coward. A damn coward," one fan said. Another fan declared, "Fire Ryan Day immediately after this game." "This is on Ryan Day now because he keeps allowing Chip Kelly to call these plays," a social media user commented. "Ryan Day is going to mess around and get fired when he actually wins against Michigan.. this is worse than any of the 3 times he lost," a fourth person wrote. Day came into this weekend with a 1-3 record all-time against Michigan. He won his first meeting before dropping three in a row. If Ohio State ends up losing this game, Day should be fired. There's no reason for the Buckeyes to be struggling in this matchup. As crazy as this may sound, the final quarter of "The Game" could very well decide Day's future in Columbus. Related: Ryan Day Has To Be Fired If Ohio States Loses To Michigan As Double-Digit FavoritesAmdocs Awarded Two 2024 AWS Partner Awards
2024: Homicides at five-year low, domestic violence up in EdmontonHigh school football: Breaking down last week's action and a look aheadSir Keir Starmer has led a host of tributes to former US president Jimmy Carter, saying he “redefined the post-presidency with a remarkable commitment to social justice and human rights at home and abroad”. The Prime Minister said Mr Carter, who died aged 100, will be remembered for the Camp David Accords between Israel and Egypt, as well as his “decades of selfless public service”. He added that it was the Democrat’s “lifelong dedication to peace” that led to him receiving the Nobel Peace prize in 2002. Very sorry to hear of President Carter’s passing. I pay tribute to his decades of selfless public service. My thoughts are with his family and friends at this time. pic.twitter.com/IaKmZcteb1 — Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) December 29, 2024 Sir Keir was joined in paying tribute to the 39th president by other leaders including the King, current President Joe Biden, Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey and former PM Tony Blair. The King remembered former US president Jimmy Carter’s 1977 visit to the UK with “great fondness” and praised his “dedication and humility”. In a message to Mr Biden and the American people, Charles said: “It was with great sadness that I learned of the death of President Carter. “He was a committed public servant, and devoted his life to promoting peace and human rights. US President Joe Biden said Mr Carter was an ‘extraordinary leader, statesman and humanitarian’ (PA) “My thoughts and prayers are with President Carter’s family and the American people at this time.” Mr Biden said that Mr Carter was an “extraordinary leader, statesman and humanitarian”. He said his fellow Democrat was a “dear friend”, as he announced that he will order a state funeral to be held for him in Washington DC. “Today, America and the world lost an extraordinary leader, statesman and humanitarian,” he said. “Over six decades, we had the honour of calling Jimmy Carter a dear friend. But, what’s extraordinary about Jimmy Carter though is that millions of people throughout America and the world who never met him thought of him as a dear friend as well. “With his compassion and moral clarity, he worked to eradicate disease, forge peace, advance civil rights and human rights, promote free and fair elections, house the homeless, and always advocate for the least among us. He saved, lifted and changed the lives of people all across the globe. “He was a man of great character and courage, hope and optimism.” Tony Blair said Mr Carter’s life was ‘a testament to public service’. “Jimmy Carter was an inspiration,” Mr Davey wrote on X. “He led a truly remarkable life dedicated to public service with a genuine care for people. “My thoughts are with his family, friends and all those who loved him. He will be remembered for generations.” Mr Blair said: “Jimmy Carter’s life was a testament to public service; from his time in office, and the Camp David Accords, to his remarkable commitment to the cause of people and peace round the world over the past 40 years,” he said. “I always had the greatest respect for him, his spirit and his dedication. He fundamentally cared and consistently toiled to help those in need.”
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