Ryan Day finally got the large target off his back by winning a National Championship at Ohio State over Notre Dame nearly a couple of weeks ago. Day is now just one of three active college football coaches to have a National Championship room.

Let's take a look back at Sports Illustrated's best images and coverage from the Buckeyes' championship night.

The Buckeyes beat the Fighting Irish 34-23 to win the inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff, their first national championship since the 2014 season

The Ohio State Buckeyes have been on top of the college football world for the last week-plus after beating Notre Dame to win the first 12-team College Football Playoff. Head coach Ryan Day was able to shed all doubt about his ability to lead the Buckeyes to the promised land.

Jesse Temple: Ohio State has been a juggernaut during a three-game winning streak in the Playoff, embarrassing Tennessee and Oregon. Notre Dame has won 13 straight games and put together a fantastic season. But Ohio State’s balance and overall talent should emerge. … Ohio State 24, Notre Dame 14.