Ryan Day gave the aura of a coach with one foot in this week's contest and one foot into a much bigger contest that awaits Ohio State next week.
While Day felt the Buckeyes did a great job staying focused on Minnesota this Saturday, the page immediately turns to Michigan and the ultimate test of Ohio State's progress over the course of the season.
Day also said that Ohio State expects a full arsenal back on defense next week, including Tommy Eichenberg and Mike Hall.
- On when his mind turned to Michigan: "No comment.