Is Jeremiah Smith Having A Heisman Trophy Season?
Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith is making a historic Heisman case. A five-year statistical analysis reveals just how extraordinary his 2026 season has been.
On November 7, Oregon's 41-28 victory over Ohio State dealt a significant blow to Jeremiah Smith's Heisman Trophy aspirations. This marked the Buckeyes' third loss of the season, a stark contrast to their previous 15-year streak without such a setback. Ohio State took an early 14-0 lead, but quickly went on to surrender 38 points in the second half. Jeremiah Smith's production was limited to a 13-yard touchdown catch with three minutes remaining in the game.
As of November 7, at 8:06 PM, Smith's odds to win the Heisman Trophy stood at +700 with BetMGM. Prior to the game, his odds were +275. Other contenders for the award include Miami quarterback Darian Mensah at +110, CJ Carr at +375, and Trinidad Chambliss at +700. Smith had seven catches for 133 yards and a touchdown against Oregon, contributing to an overall season performance of 69 receptions for 1,200 yards and 14 touchdowns.
His career stats include 232 receptions, 3,758 yards, and 41 touchdowns. While Smith's odds to win the Heisman are currently long, Miami Dolphins' mock drafts have him as a top pick, with some experts considering him the best player in college football.
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