The assumption is that Jeremiah Smith has outgrown Ohio State. In other words, he is too good and destined for greater things.
But he still has business to take care of while donning the scarlet and grey. On Saturday, the Buckeyes played against Northwestern at home in Columbus. In the final seconds of the first quarter, Smith pulled off a remarkable feat on one catch. He became the all-time receiving-yards leader in Big Ten history with 3,798-plus yards.
It came on a 22-yard reception thrown by QB Luke Fahey. Smith surpassed Purdue's John Standeford record that he held for 23 years.
In the process, Smith added to the growing list of accolades he has achieved during his time at Ohio State. Smith has already surpassed Michigan's Braylon Edwards for the most receiving touchdowns in Big Ten history, with 39.
Moreover, Smith leads Ohio State in receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns. Furthermore, Smith is tied with Marvin Harrison Jr. for the most 100+ receiving-yard games in program history.
Since his first year, Smith has overdelivered in many ways and become one of the most defining college football players today.
Overall, Smith is projected to be the No. 1 NFL draft pick in 2027. Meanwhile, No. 20 Ohio State is 6-3, and as this story is being published, they lead Northwestern 21-13 at the end of the 3rd quarter. Smith has nine receptions for 94 yards after three.
On Saturday, November 21, the Buckeyes will play Nebraska on the road before facing their all-time rival Michigan on Saturday, November 28, in Columbus.