Dan Lanning Reveals Why Jeremiah Smith Is a Nightmare Matchup for Oregon
Dan Lanning joked Oregon might need 12 players to defend Jeremiah Smith, explaining why the star WR is such a difficult matchup.
Oregon faces a daunting challenge this Saturday when they host Ohio State in a crucial matchup. The Buckeyes currently sit at 6-2 overall and 4-1 in Big Ten play, while the Ducks are 5-3 and 3-2 in conference play. A win for Oregon could keep their College Football Playoff hopes alive, as a loss would eliminate their chances. Oregon head coach Dan Lanning joked about potentially playing with an extra player on the field to defend Ohio State's star receiver Jeremiah Smith, acknowledging the challenge of defending a dynamic player who is pro-ready.
Smith has been exceptional, recording 62 catches for 1,067 yards and 13 touchdowns in eight games, and is on track for his best season yet. He has cemented himself as one of the greatest wideouts in college football history, leading Ohio State in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns. With three regular-season games left, both teams will need to win out to secure a spot in the College Football Playoff, as neither path is easy.
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