NFL can wait: Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith keeps pro talk at bay while chasing Buckeyes history
Jeremiah Smith is expected to be the first non-QB drafted and an impact superstar when he heads to the NFL next year. The only thing Smith worries about is the present and making sure he leaves as Ohio State’s all-time leading wide receiver. “I focus on what’s right now, and that’s Ohio State football,” Smith said during Big Ten media days.
Columbus, Ohio (AP) — Jeremiah Smith, the Ohio State wide receiver, is determined to focus on making his own mark on the present while aiming for greatness in his future NFL career. Smith, the preseason AP All-America pick and the team's leading receiver in receptions, yards, and touchdowns over his first two years, is the first non-quarterback drafted superstar at Ohio State.
He is not only looking to lead the Buckeyes to their second national championship in three years but also to win the Biletnikoff Trophy and become the first wide receiver since DeVonta Smith to win the Heisman Trophy. Coach Ryan Day praised Smith for having the potential to leave a legacy behind and inspire a generation of young players.
Smith's adaptability and impressive performance this season, despite injuries, have caught the attention of coaches across the nation. As he enters his third season with a new offensive coordinator, Smith is poised to adapt and make a significant impact on the field.
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