Ohio State football has a long history of elite wide receivers, but Jeremiah Smith might be the best one yet after his latest accomplishment.
The Buckeyes are still reeling after their shocking Week 2 loss against Texas. However, Smith and Ohio State are in a much better place this weekend against Kent State.
Smith is now the all-time receiving record holder at Ohio State following another stellar first half on Saturday. The future NFL Draft prospect becomes the Buckeyes wideout with the most receiving yards in school history.
Smith passes previously Ohio State star Michael Jenkins, who spent nearly a decade in the NFL. The Buckeyes wideout now has over 2,898 yards after his first-half performance versus Kent State.
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Jeremiah Smith breaks Ohio State receiving record
Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith leaves following the NCAA football game against the Texas Longhorns. Credit: USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect (Reuters)
The college football stud receiver is projected to be an early draft pick in 2027, according to ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. Smith is one of several notable WR prospects coming out next spring alongside Texas star Cam Coleman and Miami’s Malachi Toney.
Ohio State is known for producing elite pass catchers that translate to the next level. Current NFL stars that started their careers in the Big Ten include Chris Olave, Garrett Wilson, Emeka Egbuka and Carnell Tate.
Meanwhile, the school’s also featured NFL legends at the position like Cris Carter, Santonio Holmes and Terry Glenn.
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All-time leading Ohio State receiving yards
Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Devin McCuin celebrates with wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) after Smith scored a touchdown in the first half of the NCAA football game. Credit: USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect (Reuters)
Jeremiah Smith – Over 2,899 yards
Michael Jenkins – 2,898 yards
Emeka Egbuka – 2,868 yards
David Boston – 2,855 yards
Gary Williams – 2,792 yards
Cris Carter – 2,725 yards
Chris Olave – 2,711 yards
Marvin Harrison Jr. – 2,613 yards
Devin Smith – 2,503 yards
K.J. Hill – 2,332 yards
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