Day, who earned just over $10 million in 2024, was under fire by fans and media after the Buckeyes lost to rival Michigan for a fourth straight year. Ohio State received an at-large spot in the 12-team College Football Playoff and posted impressive wins over Tennessee, Oregon, Texas and Notre Dame for its first national title since 2014.

Ryan Day agreed, in principle, to a contract extension with Ohio State that will keep him in Columbus through the 2031 season.

Ryan Day is due $12.5 million each year as Ohio State's football coach after a new agreement was reached this week. Here's a breakdown of his salary.