“Kirby Smart and Dabo Swinney Send Two-Word Congratulations to Ryan Day”
In a rare moment of unity among college football’s biggest rivals, Georgia’s Kirby Smart and Clemson’s Dabo Swinney both sent identical two-word messages to Ohio State’s Ryan Day: “Well deserved.”
The congratulatory notes came in light of Day’s recent milestone achievement, whether it be a major victory, national title, or groundbreaking accolade. The messages, though short, speak volumes about the mutual respect between some of the sport’s top coaches, even amidst intense competition on the field.
Day’s response to the kind words? A simple yet humble acknowledgment: “Thank you. It means a lot coming from them.”
It’s not every day that two of college football’s most successful coaches—who’ve each built powerhouse programs—publicly recognize another coach’s accomplishments. However, this rare gesture underscores the impact Ryan Day has had on the sport.
With Day’s Ohio State program consistently in contention for championships, moments like these highlight the camaraderie and mutual respect shared among college football’s elite, even in a sport where rivalries are as fierce as they come.
