Urban Meyer Reveals Plans for Final Days

The former Ohio State coach says he'd spend 2 of his last 7 days on the golf course at Augusta.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 4:34pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting a golfer swinging a club on the fairway of an iconic golf course, conveying the sport's precision and the fleeting nature of life.A cubist interpretation of a golfer's final round at the legendary Augusta National course.Augusta Today

In a recent interview, former Ohio State football coach Urban Meyer shared what he would do if he only had one week left to live. Meyer said he would spend 5 of his final 7 days with his family, and the other 2 days playing golf at Augusta National Golf Club, a course he is known to love.

Why it matters

Meyer's comments provide a rare personal glimpse into how the legendary college football coach would choose to spend his final days, prioritizing time with family and indulging his passion for golf at one of the sport's most iconic venues.

The details

During an episode of the "The Triple Option" show, Meyer was asked by a fan what he would do if he only had 7 days left to live. The 61-year-old coach responded that he would spend 5 of those days with his family, and the remaining 2 days playing golf at Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia, a course he is known to be particularly fond of.

  • On March 26, 2026, Meyer shared his hypothetical plans for his final 7 days.

The players

Urban Meyer

A former college football coach who led the Ohio State Buckeyes to a national championship in 2014.

Augusta National Golf Club

A prestigious golf course located in Augusta, Georgia that hosts the annual Masters Tournament.

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What they’re saying

“I would tell always people, if someone said you've only got seven days left, I'm spending five with my family and two at Augusta, because that's how much I love that place.”

— Urban Meyer, Former Ohio State Football Coach

The takeaway

Meyer's comments provide a rare personal glimpse into how the legendary college football coach would choose to spend his final days, prioritizing quality time with his family and indulging his lifelong passion for golf at one of the sport's most iconic venues.