Jeremiah Smith limited by Indiana coverage, still delivered pivotal TD
Jeremiah Smith saw as much attention as any defense has given him this season. One catch still made the difference in Ohio State's win at Indiana.
Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin trusted wide receiver Jeremiah Smith to make a crucial play in the fourth quarter of the Buckeyes' 19-15 victory over Indiana. Smith had been limited in coverage throughout the game, as Indiana's defense had focused heavily on him, often double or triple-teaming him. The Buckeyes needed only a yard to gain the first down, facing fourth down at Indiana's 38-yard line.
Smith ran the wrong route downfield, taking advantage of Julian's play-action fake to running back Isaiah West. When the pass arrived in the end zone, Smith was in position to grab the ball over Indiana cornerback Jamari Sharpe, who had previously broken up a pass intended for Smith. Despite previous challenges against Indiana's defense, Smith's big play marked a significant breakthrough, providing the Buckeyes with a two-score lead and showcasing his dominance as a player in college football.
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