A scandal that’s rocked The Ohio State University has created an important vacancy there.
NEW: Ohio State President Ted Carter has resigned after informing trustees about an inappropriate relationship, the school announced. https://t.co/qKAmW7TspS pic.twitter.com/oeOOZY2RPY
— On3 (@On3) March 9, 2026
With Ohio State on the search for a new school President, fans have pointed to one man fit for the job: legendary former football head coach Jim Tressel.
There’s only one man for The Ohio State President job.
Integrity. Honesty. A Leader of Men. No scandals. Ohio Born and Raised. And a WINNER.
Bring home Jim Tressel. pic.twitter.com/DjL80osrOd
— Ohio’s Tate (@OhioTate) March 9, 2026
Tressel, 73, coached Ohio State’s football team from 2001-2010, winning a national championship and maintaining a 9-1 record against Michigan. In his post-coaching career, he served as President of Youngstown State University from 2014-2023, and is currently Lieutenant Governor of Ohio.
The only man Ohio State should be contacting to become the next president of the university. https://t.co/hX1fQ2gUsN pic.twitter.com/NWhKzvrsYJ
— THE Bunch of Nuts Podcast (@bunch_nuts) March 9, 2026
We need to focus on more realistic scenarios, Ben … Like making sure that Jim Tressel is the next university president. https://t.co/PWBGU9WOg9
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) March 9, 2026
Will Ohio State bring back the Hall of Fame coach to right the ship?
