Overview
- Day is calling plays for the first time since 2023 after deciding post–Big Ten title game to take the duties from offensive coordinator Brian Hartline.
- Hartline remains on staff for the playoff run after accepting the South Florida head-coaching position earlier in December.
- Ohio State was shut out before halftime with a pick-six and minus-3 rushing yards, and the Buckeyes totaled 154 yards before a missed 49-yard field goal to end the second quarter.
- The Buckeyes opened the second half with a scoring drive to cut Miami’s lead to 14-7.
- Pre-game analysis and betting props anticipated a cautious plan against Miami’s pass rush, projecting fewer passing yards for Julian Sayin and heavier usage for running back Bo Jackson.