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We learned early on Tuesday morning that Urban Meyer will be retiring from Ohio State football following the Rose Bowl on Jan. 1. The program will be left in extremely competent hands with Ryan Day tapped as the next head coach and several Meyer staffers reportedly being retained.
Here’s how some former and current Buckeyes publicly reacted to the news:
Current Buckeyes:
I love @OSUCoachMeyer and I truly appreciate everything he has done for me and my family. Let’s go out the right way and win that Rose Bowl!! https://t.co/yRLVGNsY2s
— Sean Nuernberger (@Sean4Heisman1) December 4, 2018
Nothing but love for this man right here. Couldn’t thank him enough for what he’s done for me and my family. The standard he has set here at Ohio State will continue to go on and we’ll be just fine #Respect ❤️ https://t.co/2yaceXP3Hx
— Drue Chrisman (@DChrisman91) December 4, 2018
Thank you for everything @OSUCoachMeyer pic.twitter.com/vyYggPqVgc
— Jk dobbins (@Jkdobbins22) December 4, 2018
@OSUCoachMeyer pic.twitter.com/ioRnfiXRZY
— CY2 (@youngchase907) December 4, 2018
Coach Meyer... Thank you!
— TATE MARTELL (@TheTateMartell) December 4, 2018
Coach Day... Let’s do this!
Future Buckeyes:
And, he’s not a Buckeye just yet, but Ohio State commit Garrett Wilson has (once again) re-affirmed his commitment to playing in Columbus — along with some other future Buckeyes.
I am 1000% committed to Ohio State University. Much love @OSUCoachMeyer
— Garrett Wilson (@GarrettWilson_V) December 4, 2018
100% Committed #GoBucks
— Jack Miller (@jackjamesmiller) December 4, 2018
O-H! The train keeps moving
— Jaxon Smith-Njigba (@jaxon_smith1) December 4, 2018
People-You still committed
— DwanM (@DwanM3) December 4, 2018
Me- pic.twitter.com/jy58N6gX0f
I’m Solid ! 100% #GoBucks
— juiceman (@1of1juiceman) December 4, 2018
Former Buckeyes:
Meyer coached in Columbus for seven seasons, and along the way had a huge impact on his players during that time — especially the guys he led to a College Football Playoff win at the end of the 2014 season.
Breaking News: Urban Meyer is retiring. Considering moving on to work with the Saints. Which is perfect . Love you coach @OSUCoachMeyer I shed a tear everytime thinking about the impact you had on my life and many other individuals. You provided tools for success. #GoBucks
— Michael Thomas (@Cantguardmike) December 4, 2018
Congratulations @OSUCoachMeyer on one hell of a career! Besides my parents, you were one of the most influential people to touch my life and I’m appreciative of that ✊ Go get that ! #UrbanLegend #GoBucks @spinnershells @Nicki_07
— Joshua E Perry (@RIP_JEP) December 4, 2018
Thank you coach!! #Salute #buckeyeforlife pic.twitter.com/1eekRdm0aU
— jake stoneburner (@jake_STONEYY) December 4, 2018
Thanks @OSUCoachMeyer for an amazing 4 years at OSU. It was truly an honor to play for not only the best coach in America, but a great mentor as well. Take care coach. Salute #UrbanLegend #GoBucks pic.twitter.com/cxl3IwhJ9V
— Tyvis Powell (@1Tyvis) December 4, 2018
O state has to win by 100pts now lol send him out with a bang
— Tyvis Powell (@1Tyvis) December 4, 2018
I have so much respect for @OSUCoachMeyer even beyond the field. Taught me so much about life and what it means to be a man. He changed my life and I’m forever grateful. Thank you for everything coach!
— Ryan Carter (@Carter614_) December 4, 2018
The coach who said yes to me coming to America, thank you for giving me the opportunity to play for the greatest school in college football! @OSUCoachMeyer #2014nationalchampions pic.twitter.com/H6RN6xFJk4
— Cameron Johnston (@Cam_Johnston) December 4, 2018
Thank you for everything @OSUCoachMeyer! Honor to play for you pic.twitter.com/goVKGVXeao
— Johnathan Hankins (@BigTimeHank) December 4, 2018
I remember my Frosh year, Coach Meyer said "Ya know, maybe Akron is better for you."
— Darron Lee (@DLeeMG8) December 4, 2018
I replied: " Even you don't believe that"
Him: "Then show me why I don't believe it Darron" (cont)
*Holding up the Sugar Bowl trophy*
— Darron Lee (@DLeeMG8) December 4, 2018
"Still think I belong at Akron?"
Him: "I'm so proud of you, you're everything I knew you'd become"
I almost cried right there. We took down Bama and I'm not sure he knew what that meant to me being from the South. Thank you @OSUCoachMeyer !
Your coach once told you during recruiting you will play for a national championship. Then you do 2-5 years there maybe even 6 and you don’t have a ring to show for it. I can’t relate @OSUCoachMeyer . Every team he coached had a chance even on probation. #GoBucks
— Michael Thomas (@Cantguardmike) December 4, 2018
We will continue to update this article throughout the day, as more current, former, and future Buckeyes react to the news of Meyer’s imminent retirement.