Not surprisingly, Ohio State announcing Urban Meyer‘s retirement, effective at the end of the 2018 season, garnered more than its share of reaction from across the sports world Tuesday morning. In particular, Meyer’s players, both past and present, took to Twitter to share their reaction to the biggest college football sports story of 2018.
Below is but a sampling of the social media reactions from current and former Buckeyes, including one who has very high praise for Meyer’s successor and another who told him he simply can’t coach the way he wants because of health issues:
Congratulations @OSUCoachMeyer on one hell of a career! Besides my parents, you were one of the most influential people to touch my life and I’m appreciative of that ✊🏾 Go get that 🌹! #UrbanLegend #GoBucks @spinnershells @Nicki_07
— Joshua Perry (@RIP_JEP) December 4, 2018
Nothing but love for this man right here. Couldn’t thank him enough for what he’s done for me and my family. The standard he has set here at Ohio State will continue to go on and we’ll be just fine #Respect ❤️ https://t.co/2yaceXP3Hx
— Drue Chrisman (@DChrisman91) December 4, 2018
Breaking News: Urban Meyer is retiring. Considering moving on to work with the Saints. Which is perfect 😂. Love you coach @OSUCoachMeyer I shed a tear everytime thinking about the impact you had on my life and many other individuals. You provided tools for success. 🐐 #GoBucks
— Michael Thomas (@Cantguardmike) December 4, 2018
Thanks @OSUCoachMeyer for an amazing 4 years at OSU. It was truly an honor to play for not only the best coach in America, but a great mentor as well. Take care coach. Salute #UrbanLegend #GoBucks pic.twitter.com/cxl3IwhJ9V
— Tyvis Powell (@1Tyvis) December 4, 2018
Thank you coach!! #Salute #buckeyeforlife pic.twitter.com/1eekRdm0aU
— Jake Stoneburner (@jake_STONEYY) December 4, 2018
I love @OSUCoachMeyer and I truly appreciate everything he has done for me and my family. Let’s go out the right way and win that Rose Bowl!! https://t.co/yRLVGNsY2s
— Sean Nuernberger (@Sean4Heisman1) December 4, 2018
Ryan Day is the best thing to happen to the Ohio State offense since the absence of Tom Herman. Developing players & calling plays that benefit their skill sets. #GoBucks #Haskins4Heisman
— Cardale Jones (@CJ1two) December 2, 2018
"He wants to coach, but physically he can’t. He can’t do this anymore. Urban Meyer is a good man, and he’s had a tremendous impact on young people."@criscarter80 on his former WR coach & friend to step down at Ohio State pic.twitter.com/hlqO0eVU9j
— First Things First (@FTFonFS1) December 4, 2018