Ryan Day knows that balancing the talents of two elite running backs can sometimes be a problem, but he doesn’t see a potential problem in a backfield that features TreVeyon Henderson and Quinshon Judkins.

Henderson is the more experienced of the two and returns to Columbus for his final season. Henderson is one of the most productive running backs on the field, but has struggled with injuries over the past two seasons.

Judkins played his first two college seasons for Ole Miss before transferring to Ohio State. Day declined to name a starter earlier this week, but reiterated on Thursday’s radio show that both players are needed.

The head coach described both backs as “bringing different things to the table” and admitted that the two “know they need each other.” Day also said that Ohio State will have enough play this season to supply every player. In fact, Day said earlier in his press conference that the Buckeyes will use three running backs deep in the heat of the season opener.

Ryan Day on TreVeyon Henderson and Quinshon Judkins: “They both bring different things, but they’re both very, very talented,” he said. “They know they need each other.”

Day said there will be “plenty of opportunities” for Henderson and Judkins this season.

— Chase Brown (@chaseeabrown__) 29 August 2024

The ability to run the ball, with Henderson and Judkins in the backfield and Will Howard’s dual threat at quarterback, is also something Day called “game-changing.” If that trio stays healthy, Chip Kelly will be able to pressure opposing defenses in a variety of ways.

Ryan Day called the talent of TreVeyon Henderson and Quinshon Judkins, combined with Will Howard’s ability to run the football, “game-changing” for Ohio State’s offense.

— Chase Brown (@chaseebrown__) 29 August 2024