Jim Harbaugh’s Old Comment About Ryan Day Turning Heads After Michigan Upset
Michigan’s thrilling victory over Ohio State this past weekend has reignited one of college football’s most contentious rivalries—and with it, an old, fiery comment from Wolverines head coach Jim Harbaugh aimed at Buckeyes coach Ryan Day.
In the wake of Michigan’s third straight win over Ohio State, fans and analysts have been digging into the history of this coaching duel. Harbaugh’s now-infamous jab from 2020, when he reportedly accused Day of being born “on third base” and thinking “he hit a triple,” has resurfaced, and the timing couldn’t be more ironic.
At the time, Harbaugh’s remark was seen as a swipe at Day’s perceived easy rise to prominence, taking over a well-oiled Ohio State program built by Urban Meyer. While Day initially dismissed the comment, the quote has now become a rallying cry for Michigan fans celebrating their program’s dominance in recent years.
Saturday’s game was another chapter in the growing rivalry between the two coaches. Michigan, led by interim head coach Sherrone Moore due to Harbaugh’s suspension, secured a 30-24 victory, further solidifying their reign atop the Big Ten. The win not only pushed Michigan closer to a potential national championship berth but also fueled speculation about Day’s ability to maintain Ohio State’s supremacy.
Social media exploded with fans quoting Harbaugh’s “third base” line, with many arguing that Michigan’s recent success proves the Wolverines have wrested control of the rivalry. Meanwhile, Day faces mounting pressure as Ohio State’s three consecutive losses to Michigan mark the program’s longest losing streak against their rivals in over two decades.
As the rivalry heats up, Harbaugh’s old comment serves as a reminder of the fiery personalities at the helm—and just how much is at stake every time these two teams clash.
