{
  "id": 10999369,
  "title": "Jaxon Smith-Njigba Gives Massive Praise to Ohio State Star Jeremiah Smith",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/jaxon-smith-njigba-gives-massive-praise-to-ohio-state-star-jeremiah",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-30T17:57:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/ncaa/jaxon-smith-njigba-gives-massive-praise-to-ohio-state-star-jeremiah-smith-12508413"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ohio State wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba has lavished praise on his Buckeyes teammate Jeremiah Smith, comparing him to a sports icon. Smith-Njigba, the Seattle Seahawks' star wide receiver, is unsure if any other NFL receiver can match Smith's abilities. The reigning Offensive Player of the Year believes Smith stands out among Buckeyes like Chris Olave, Cris Carter, and Garrett Wilson. Smith-Njigba described Smith as \"like the LeBron James\" and praised his ability to handle pressure with class and maturity. The 20-year-old Smith has dominated Ohio State's offense this season, recording 617 yards and seven touchdowns in four games. He is a favorite to win the Heisman Trophy after a stellar performance against Illinois. If he remains in school, he is poised to become the seventh Buckeyes wide receiver drafted in the first round since 2022. Smith has an excellent chance to be the first wideout picked in the first round since Keyshawn Johnson in 1996, potentially surpassing the NFL success of other Ohio State legends.",
  "summary": "Ohio State alum Jaxon Smith-Njigba likened Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith to a legendary sports star.",
  "key_points": [
    "Jaxon Smith-Njigba compares Jeremiah Smith to LeBron James",
    "Jeremiah Smith dominates Ohio State offense with 617 yards",
    "Smith has Heisman Trophy potential as Buckeyes' wide receiver"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}