Ryan Day's Quip at Big Ten Championship Game Sparks Backlash, Fans Label Him 'Incredibly Unlikable'

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Ohio State Buckeyes and Indiana Hoosiers are set to face off in the historic Big Ten Championship Game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Ahead of the highly anticipated matchup, Buckeyes' head coach Ryan Day shared his team's defensive plan to disrupt Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza in an interview with FOX Sports. However, Day's comment, 'We don't want them to have balance,' alongside his suggestion to 'get your hands on some balls,' has gone viral on social media for its unintended humor. The attention comes as Day's team seeks to claim their first conference championship since 2020 and end a four-year drought in Columbus. This year's Big Ten title game marks a historic moment, with the Buckeyes and Hoosiers being the first two 12–0 teams to meet for the conference crown. In contrast to recent years, Ohio State is undefeated and looks to secure their Big Ten title bid. Day emphasized the team's mindset, stating, 'We want to finish off this thing the right way.' He also revealed that their goals extend beyond Saturday night's game, with a focus on becoming the No. 1 seed in the playoffs. Fans, however, have taken issue with Day's comment, with one person labeling him 'incredibly unlikable' in a remark that has sparked debate on social media.