Ryan Day confirms freshman star will return kicks in season opener
Ryan Day met with reporters and shared that one talented freshman will get the first chance to return kicks against Ball State.
Ohio State will kick off its 2026 season against Ball State this Saturday at the Olentangy River. The team will feature 51 new players, including freshman kicker Legend Bey, who has generated significant attention since the spring practice and fall camp. During a recent press conference, Ohio State head coach Ryan Day confirmed that Bey will be tasked with returning kicks in the game.
The Buckeyes are favored by 50 points, indicating that opportunities to utilize Bey may be limited, but if given the chance, the freshman is expected to deliver performances worthy of widespread attention. Jeremiah Smith, a source close to the team, has expressed high expectations for Bey, predicting that he will either win a Heisman Trophy or be a finalist in his Scarlet and Gray career.
Regardless of the outcome, Bey's potential to showcase his talents in the season opener appears significant.
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