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By Matt Audilet
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Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith is entering his third season as one of the faces of college football.
In his debut collegiate season as the nation's No. 1 overall recruit, Smith led the Big Ten in both receiving yards (1,315) and receiving touchdowns (15) as he helped the Buckeyes secure a College Football Playoff national championship title. In his sophomore campaign, he reeled in 87 catches for 1,243 yards and 12 touchdowns — once again leading the conference in receiving.
Smith is now primed for yet another impressive season in Columbus.
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At Big Ten Media Days on Wednesday, head coach Ryan Day gushed with praise over his superstar pass catcher.
"In two years, he's already made an amazing impact on the game of college football," Day said. "What he's meant to the game on the field, but also off the field, is tremendous. He has a chance to leave a legacy behind, and he knows that. He's got a whole generation of young players that look up to him and who he is. He's a household name.
"He's had a great offseason. He's taken the step into a leadership role. It's great to watch him find his voice."
Ohio State will begin its 2026 college football season with a matchup against Ball State on Sept. 5. The following week, the Buckeyes will travel to Austin for a highly-anticipated matchup against the Texas Longhorns.
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