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Ohio State's 'Wide Receiver U' Streak Faces Week 7 Setback

10/16/2025

Summary

Story summary

Ohio State's 'Wide Receiver U' status is challenged as Garrett Wilson (NFL wide receiver), Marvin Harrison Jr. (NFL wide receiver), and Emeka Egbuka (Ohio State wide receiver) are sidelined for Week 7.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba (Buckeyes wide receiver) and Chris Olave (Buckeyes wide receiver) remain available for fantasy.
SportsLine released Week 7 fantasy rankings; the model has outperformed experts and provides start/sit guidance, while cautioning on Jalen Hurts (Eagles quarterback).

History

Historical Context

Ohio State University won the BCS National Championship in 2002, enhancing its status in college football and producing NFL talents like Michael Jenkins. However, injuries to key players like Garrett Wilson and Marvin Harrison Jr. threaten the team's legacy as 'Wide Receiver U,' emphasizing the critical role of player health in maintaining competitive success in college football.

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Story summary

Ohio State's 'Wide Receiver U' status is challenged as Garrett Wilson (NFL wide receiver), Marvin Harrison Jr. (NFL wide receiver), and Emeka Egbuka (Ohio State wide receiver) are sidelined for Week 7.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba (Buckeyes wide receiver) and Chris Olave (Buckeyes wide receiver) remain available for fantasy.
SportsLine released Week 7 fantasy rankings; the model has outperformed experts and provides start/sit guidance, while cautioning on Jalen Hurts (Eagles quarterback).

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