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Jeremiah Smith Breaks Ohio State Receiving Records vs Iowa

By Drooid · Oct 6, 2026, 3:00 AM UTC · How we work

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Jeremiah Smith Shatters Records

Jeremiah Smith broke three Ohio State records in a 31-14 win over Iowa.
He logged 11 catches for 206 yards and two touchdowns, his second straight 200-yard game.
His 207th reception passed Emeka Egbuka for the most in Ohio State history.
His 36th career touchdown eclipsed Chris Olave’s school record.
He set the Buckeyes’ career receiving yards record at 3,381.

Summary

Ohio State Stays Top-5

Ohio State remained at No. 5 in the AP Poll after beating Iowa.
Coach Ryan Day praised Jeremiah Smith’s work ethic and emerging leadership.
Ohio State’s next road game is at Indiana on Oct. 17, a potential CFP statement.
A Big Ten title preview could pit Ohio State against Oregon on Nov. 7 if tie-breakers align.

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Historical Context

In 2005 Ohio State set a single-season receiving yard record, a benchmark later approached by Chris Olave in 2019 and recently eclipsed by Jeremiah Smith’s 206-yard game. These milestones illustrate the Buckeyes’ shift toward a high-volume passing attack that Coach Ryan Day says positions the team for continued national-ranked success.

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Jeremiah Smith Shatters Records

Jeremiah Smith broke three Ohio State records in a 31-14 win over Iowa.
He logged 11 catches for 206 yards and two touchdowns, his second straight 200-yard game.
His 207th reception passed Emeka Egbuka for the most in Ohio State history.
His 36th career touchdown eclipsed Chris Olave’s school record.
He set the Buckeyes’ career receiving yards record at 3,381.

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