Ohio State Coach Ryan Day Explains How GOT EM Play Was Born

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day disclosed on Tuesday that the electrifying third-quarter moment, which went viral during Saturday’s matchup against Penn State—highlighted by his enthusiastic “GOT EM!” shout from the sidelines—was not a pre-planned maneuver. Instead, it was a newly conceived tactic crafted just minutes before halftime.This pivotal play, a successful long pass to wide receiver Carnell Tate, ignited the Buckeyes’ resurgence in the second half, providing the necessary yards to shift momentum from a tight, three-point game at the break. Day’s enthusiastic reaction was captured by a sideline microphone as Tate evaded coverage.In discussions with the media, Day emphasized that this adjustment stemmed from observations of Penn State's secondary strategies during the first half. The team's ability to rapidly adapt was underscored by Tate's athletic skill and quarterback Julian Sayin's quick thinking, spotlighting a renewed emphasis on offensive flexibility that proved crucial in their eventual 38-14 triumph.