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Ohio State Makes History with Four All-Americans

12/19/2025

Summary

Story summary

Ohio State football achieved a historic milestone with three players—Caleb Downs, Kayden McDonald, and Jeremiah Smith—earning unanimous All-American honors in the same season, the first in program history.
Caleb Downs, a two-time unanimous All-American, recorded 60 tackles, two interceptions, and one sack this season.
Kayden McDonald, in his first year as a starter, contributed 57 tackles and three sacks.
Jeremiah Smith led the offense with 1,086 receiving yards and 11 touchdowns.
Linebacker Arvell Reese received consensus All-American honors, bringing the total to four All-Americans for Ohio State this season.

History

Historical Context

The Ohio State Buckeyes football team won its first national championship in 1942, led by standout Les Horvath and finishing with a 9-1 record. This early success laid the foundation for the program's legacy, which includes nine national championships and numerous All-Americans, such as Caleb Downs, Kayden McDonald, and Jeremiah Smith, highlighting Ohio State's ongoing dominance in college football.

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Story summary

Ohio State football achieved a historic milestone with three players—Caleb Downs, Kayden McDonald, and Jeremiah Smith—earning unanimous All-American honors in the same season, the first in program history.
Caleb Downs, a two-time unanimous All-American, recorded 60 tackles, two interceptions, and one sack this season.
Kayden McDonald, in his first year as a starter, contributed 57 tackles and three sacks.
Jeremiah Smith led the offense with 1,086 receiving yards and 11 touchdowns.
Linebacker Arvell Reese received consensus All-American honors, bringing the total to four All-Americans for Ohio State this season.

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