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Jeremiah Smith Eyes Ohio State Receiving Record

1/14/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Jeremiah Smith is poised to break Ohio State's receiving yards record, needing 311 yards to pass Emeka Egbuka's 2,868.
Smith has 163 catches for 2,558 yards and 27 touchdowns.
For the 2026 season, Mylan Graham and Quincy Porter transfer to Notre Dame, and Chris Henry Jr. arrives as a five-star recruit.
The Buckeyes are expected to maintain a strong receiving corps led by Smith and Inniss.

History

Historical Context

In 2002, the NCAA allowed teams to schedule twelve regular-season games, enhancing opportunities for athletes to break records. The Ohio State Buckeyes, under coach Jim Tressel, achieved a perfect 14-0 season, culminating in a national championship victory over Miami in the Fiesta Bowl. This era marked a significant evolution in college football, with players like Jeremiah Smith and Emeka Egbuka continuing to push performance boundaries.

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Story summary

Jeremiah Smith is poised to break Ohio State's receiving yards record, needing 311 yards to pass Emeka Egbuka's 2,868.
Smith has 163 catches for 2,558 yards and 27 touchdowns.
For the 2026 season, Mylan Graham and Quincy Porter transfer to Notre Dame, and Chris Henry Jr. arrives as a five-star recruit.
The Buckeyes are expected to maintain a strong receiving corps led by Smith and Inniss.

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