Ohio State head coach Ryan Day, like all successful program heads, touts the importance of culture at what seems like every press conference. That of course isn't brain surgery - any team whether it be in sports or in the workplace, requires a certain culture and chemistry to thrive.
And for his part, Day seems hyper-aware of the need to feed, massage, inspect and protect the culture within Ohio State's football program, knowing it is a catalyst for success and insulation in the face of obstacles.
Of course, it's easier to maintain culture when your team is plowing through opponents, setting records, winning B1G titles and reaching the College Football Playoff on the reg.