Meyer Praises Ohio State Defense and Fans

Urban Meyer has praised Ohio State's defense ahead of their national championship game against Notre Dame, highlighting their top national ranking in defense. Meyer, a former Ohio State coach, backs the Buckeyes to win and expressed his affection for the team's passionate fanbase, which he defended against criticisms of being overly intense. Current head coach Ryan Day has faced scrutiny from fans after recent losses but has led the team to a strong comeback, now favored to win the championship. Meyer, recently inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame, reminisced about his successful tenure at Ohio State, including a national title win in 2014. The championship game will be played at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta and broadcast live on ESPN.