(BCSNN) -- Quarterback RJ Day announced that he is committing to play at Northwestern beginning in 2027, positioning him to join his father in the Big Ten Conference.

Day, the son of Ohio State football coach Ryan Day, shared his decision over the weekend on social media.

“Excited for the next step and ready to get to work,” Day posted in a message thanking coaches and family.

Northwestern offensive coordinator Chip Kelly previously worked under Ryan Day at Ohio State when the Buckeyes won the national championship in the 2024 season. Kelly also served as offensive coordinator when Ryan Day played quarterback at New Hampshire and set nine school records.

RJ Day plays at St. Francis DeSales High School in Columbus, Ohio. The Wildcats newest commit chose NU over offers from South Florida, Cincinnati, and others.