Ohio State University's Board of Trustees approved a new contract for Day on Wednesday at its quarterly public board meeting, extending his contract through Jan. 31, 2032. The extension makes Day the second-highest paid coach in major college football, as previously reported by The Dispatch.

The Buckeyes announce a host of staff changes, including the hiring of Tyler Bowen and a promotion for Billy Fessler.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State football coach Ryan Day is making a series of veteran hires for his staff, specifically centered around the offensive line. The Buckeyes are expected to hire Marcus Johnson and Charlie Dickey as senior analysts, according to multiple reports.

The Ohio State Buckeyes won their ninth national championship earlier this year after a dominant run through the College Football Playoff was capped off by an impressive 34-23 win over the Notre Dame Fighting Irish.

Hartline, who has spent eight years with the Buckeyes and led the wide receivers room, was promoted to offensive coordinator. He has recruited and developed high-caliber wide receivers, including Chris Olave, Garrett Wilson, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Marvin Harrison Jr. and Jeremiah Smith.

Ohio State football coach Ryan Day quickly went into offseason mode after a Jan. 20 win against Notre Dame. He lost defensive coordinator Jim Knowles to Penn State, offensive coordinator Chip Kelly to the Raiders and offensive line coach Justin Frye to the Cardinals.

The national championship-winning coach gave his thoughts on what the College Football Playoff format should look like.