Ryan Day has had enough of College Football's poaching problem
is on top of the college football world after securing a with a win over . With a roster stacked with talent, the have proven they're a powerhouse both on the field and in recruiting. But in the era, success comes with complications. For , that includes other programs eyeing their star players-and flashing some serious cash to lure them away.
Reports surfaced recently that freshman wide receiver received an eye-popping . Sophomore was also targeted with a but has since confirmed he's . These stories have become all too common in college football, where have created a recruiting free-for-all.
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head coach didn't hold back when addressing the issue on this week. He highlighted the lack of accountability in college football's current landscape, describing how easy it has become for to disrupt team rosters. "People can just call someone's agent or parents and offer them a certain amount of money, and it spirals from there,"
Day pointed to enforcement--as the root of the problem. While the rules are supposed to , the reality is murky. "Enforcement is really strained right now," Without a clear system in place, schools are left to fend for themselves in what's often described as the Wild West of college football.
hasn't been immune to criticism either. Reports earlier this year revealed -winning roster. Day acknowledged the challenges of navigating the landscape, adding that even coaches are uncertain about what's permissible. "We're all looking for a little bit more guidelines on this,"he said.
Despite the chaos, Day believes Ohio State's reputation and resources give them an edge. "If it's all equal, we'll get our share of guys," he said. But he also admitted the playing field is far from level, with programs across the country exploiting loopholes in the system.
As the Buckeyes celebrate their title, the ongoing NIL debate looms large over their future. For Day, the focus isn't just on keeping his roster intact-it's about pushing for a fairer system that benefits players and programs alike.