The college football offseason provides coaches the opportunity to rest, reflect and get ready for the gauntlet ahead. In the case of Ohio State's Ryan Day, it also served as a chance to clear up speculation about his affinity for chest piercings. Before Ohio State's season opener against Texas in September 2025, screenshots from Day's pregame interview with reporter Jenny Taft went viral, appearing to show the head coach with a nipple piercing visible through his shirt.