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LGHL Jeremiah Smith promised Ohio State would beat Michigan the next two seasons

Jeremiah Smith promised Ohio State would beat Michigan the next two seasons
Matt Tamanini
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2025 CFP National Championship Presented by AT&T- Ohio State v Notre Dame

Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images

All the Buckeye news thats fit to re-print.

Look, we get it. Your days are busy and you don’t have time to read all of the stories and tweets from the three dozen websites dedicated to covering Ohio State athletics, or the 237 Buckeye beat writers churning out hot takes and #content on a daily basis. But that’s ok, that’s what your friends at Land-Grant Holy Land are here for.

Monday through Friday, we’ll be collecting all of the articles, tweets, features, interviews, videos, podcasts, memes, photos, and whatever else we stumble across on the interwebz and putting them in our daily “Why is this News?” article. That way, you’ll have a one-stop shop for all of the most important Buckeye news, jokes, and analysis.

You’re welcome!


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Subscribe to the Land-Grant Podcast Network for all of your Ohio State needs
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On the Gridiron


Four takeaways from college football video game team ratings release
Spencer Holbrook, Lettermen Row


The two highest-rated players in CFB 26 belong to Ohio State

Jeremiah Smith: 98 overall
Caleb Downs: 96 overall@EASPORTSCollege | @OhioStateFB pic.twitter.com/Lt6e2hqGll

— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) July 1, 2025

Ohio State has two preseason Walter Camp All-Americans
Patrick Murphy, Bucknuts

WR Jeremiah Smith promises not to lose to Michigan for next two years
Ehsan Kassim, USA Today Network

Burning Questions: How far can Jeremiah Smith really go?
Jami Jurich, Land-Grant Holy Land

Ohio State showing no championship hangover with productive, competitive summer
Austin Ward, Lettermen Row

Ohio State has two highest-rated players in EA Sports College Football 26
Patrick Murphy, Bucknuts


Jeremiah Smith:

“I’m at 225 pounds now. I was at 205 or 208 when I got to OSU. Body fat, I think I’m second lowest on the team. I just did 20 reps of 225 pounds on the bench and ran 22 miles per hour in a game.”

Smith is prepared to top his stellar freshman season pic.twitter.com/FB7LGP2IiE

— The Silver Bulletin (@tSilverBulletin) July 1, 2025

Burning questions: Who becomes Ohio State’s WR2?
Alex Frank, Land-Grant Holy Land

What to Know About Revenue Sharing, Ohio State’s Approach As New Era of College Sports Begins
Dan Hope, Eleven Warriors


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The first “Running Man” movie is unhinged and hilarious. I can’t wait for this:


Millions Hunt. One Runs. Everyone Watches. Watch the Official Trailer for The Running Man – Only in theatres November 7 pic.twitter.com/j8BNXHzZI8

— The Running Man Movie (@RunningManMovie) July 1, 2025

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LGHL Burning Questions: Is Ryan Day finally going to get over his Michigan block?

Burning Questions: Is Ryan Day finally going to get over his Michigan block?
Matt Tamanini
via our friends at Land-Grant Holy Land
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Ohio State v Michigan

Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images

Maybe its my scarlet and gray colored glasses, but I think this is the year that OSU gets back in the rivalry win column.

From now until preseason camp starts in August, Land-Grant Holy Land will be writing articles around a different theme every week. This week is all about the most important questions yet unanswered for the season. You can catch up on all of the Theme Week content and our ”Burning Questions” articles here.



The final four games of Ohio State’s 2024-25 season were nothing short of magical. There may never have been a better run in Ohio State — and possibly college football — history. And at the center of that run was Ryan Day. There is no question that the once-embattled head coach deserves all of the flowers that have come his way for the latest national championship trophy that now resides in the Woody Hayes Athletic Center.

Ryan Day is now a national championship coach, but more so, he is every bit one of the top two or three coaches in college football.

But I will not pretend that before that four-game run that I wasn’t ready for the end of the Ryan Day Era in Columbus. After tying myself in knots to defend him for years, the fourth-straight loss to Michigan, arguably the worst loss in program history, I felt that we had seen enough to know that Day didn’t have the constitution or mental and emotional makeup to get out of his own way and do what needed to be done. As I’ve written for years, I have never had any doubts about Day’s coaching abilities; in my mind, there is no one better at designing and coaching an offense, and very likely, few better human beings running major college football programs in the country.

However, it was always the intangibles that made me unsure of whether or not he could get his teams to their full potential... until, of course, he did just that.

Whether it was the shame of not beating his rival since 2019, the player-led meeting following The Game, the “lunatic fringe” calling for his job, or anything else, in last season’s College Football Playoff, he not only let the players on his inarguably stacked roster do their thing, but time and time again in the postseason, he put them in the exact right position to be successful. And in doing so, he proved everybody wrong who thought that he could not that he couldn’t win the big one.

So now that we know full well what kind of coaching magic Ryan Day is capable of, as he has crossed off a few major items on his career to-do list, it’s time to refocus on the Ohio State fundamentals, and none is more important than beating Michigan on Saturday, Nov. 29 at 12 noon ET in Ann Arbor.

In the past, Day has seemed obsessed with proving toughness through Woody Hayes-style football — and it cost him, repeatedly. Over the years, as this obsession with toughness led to loss after loss after loss after loss, he insisted on digging in and abandoning the things that his talent-laden team did best in order to attempt to win via a three-yards-in-a-cloud-of-dust philosophy.


But things have changed since the 2024 regular season finale. History and experience have shown the head coach that if he just trusts his players and his coaches to do what they do, great things can happen, and I have to believe that this very long, hard lesson has been learned. When Ryan Day’s Scarlet and Gray head north the weekend following Thanksgiving, I fully expect the Buckeyes — even if they aren’t as talented as last year’s team was — to play like they did during last year’s postseason.

On Tuesday, The Athletic published an interview with Buckeye wide receiver Jeremiah Smith in which he said, “I’m not a sore loser, but I hate losing, and losing to that team up north was pretty crazy,” Smith said. “In the end, I think it really helped us play the way we did in the playoffs. But I didn’t want to go to Ohio State and lose to that team up north. I just hate them. Just something about them. For the next two years, I promise you, I will not lose to them. I can’t lose to them in the next two years.”

And you know what? I believe him. Not just because J.J. is a generational talent (in a position room that seemingly has a generational talent every year), but because I truly believe that Ryan Day has figured it out. It is easy to forget that the man’s first-ever head coaching job is the one he has now. So he has had to go through the growing pains that all new coaches go through on the largest stage in college football. And while that process has taken far longer than I think it needed to, I do believe that he has finally emerged on the other side of it, ready to be the coach that he was always capable of, and that his team, program, and fans deserve.

Admittedly, I have believed before that Day had turned a corner, only to have him pull the football away as I obliviously run to kick it. But this feels different. But if it’s not, woo boy, I don’t know that I have the fortitude to make it through for another December of that kind of soul-searching.

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LGHL Hangout in the Holy Land: Does Ohio State have a recruiting issue?

Hangout in the Holy Land: Does Ohio State have a recruiting issue?
justingolba
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The Buckeyes have missed out on some top targets recently, so who is to blame?

The latest episode of Land-Grant Holy Land’s flagship podcast is here! Join hosts Justin Golba and Alex Frank as they discuss Ohio State football, basketball, recruiting, and much more! Come for the hot takes. Stay for the warm ones.



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We are back for episode seven of Hangout in the Holy Land, and we are discussing the elephant in the room: Does Ohio State have a recruiting issue?

The Buckeyes have missed out on some of their top targets on defense in the 2026 class, so who is to blame for the lack of momentum? What do we rate the class overall? Also, Five star offensive tackle Felix Ojo will announce his commitment on Friday.

After that, we dive into our theme this week of Burning Questions.

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LGHL Burning Questions: How far can Jeremiah Smith really go?

Burning Questions: How far can Jeremiah Smith really go?
Jami Jurich
via our friends at Land-Grant Holy Land
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2025 CFP National Championship Presented by AT&T- Ohio State v Notre Dame

Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images

The question is no longer whether the receiver will live up to the hype. It’s whether the hype will live up to him.

From now until preseason camp starts in August, Land-Grant Holy Land will be writing articles around a different theme every week. This week is all about the most important questions yet unanswered for the season. You can catch up on all of the Theme Week content and our ”Burning Questions” articles here.



At this time last year, one unanswered question seemed to be on the lips of every Ohio State fan: “Will Jeremiah Smith live up to the hype?”

In what turned out to be a record-breaking season, Smith not only lived up to the hype. He far exceeded it, breaking the Buckeyes’ freshman records for the most receptions, touchdowns, and yards, tallying 1,315 yards and 15 touchdowns on 76 receptions for an average of 82.2 receiving yards per game en route to winning a national title.

Now, there’s a new unanswered question: “How far can he go?”

Smith’s freshman numbers will be tough to top for a variety of factors. The “sophomore slump” is common, and in Smith’s case, not only did he set an outrageous bar for himself to clear, but he will have to clear it with a new starting quarterback.

Though Will Howard was also in his first year with the Buckeyes last season, both Julian Sayin and Lincoln Kienholz (who are in what appears to be a two-man battle for the starting job) will step into the position with less starting experience than Howard. This could lead to an adjustment period for Smith and the rest of the receiving corps and could potentially lead to a more conservative offensive strategy in general as the new quarterback finds their sea legs.

Additionally, because of Smith’s prolific freshman season and the high profile he’s bringing with him into his sophomore year, he has a different kind of target on his back now than he did a year ago. It’s not that opposing defenses ignored him last season; it’s just that everyone was still figuring out what the hype was about.

The Buckeyes also remain absolutely loaded with offensive weapons, boasting a receiver room that includes Carnell Tate and Brandon Inniss in addition to Smith, as well as new tight end Max Klare and a whole lot of strong running backs. Because of the additional attention he’ll be getting from opposing defenses, it could ultimately mean he doesn’t get as many touches (though if anyone can blow past that kind of coverage, it’s Smith).

BUT…

This is also Jeremiah Smith we’re talking about.

Smith seemed to live up to the whole “once-in-a-generation talent” thing last season, so don’t be surprised if he takes last year’s records and smashes them to bits.

The beauty of Smith’s athleticism is that he makes completely freakish things look easy. He’s been praised for his dedication and work ethic, but he manages to give the impression that it’s something he could do while sleeping and with one hand tied behind his back.

In 2024—while sharing touches with Emeka Egbuka—Smith boasted the fourth-highest receiving yards in the FBS, with 1,315. Egbuka, for comparison, clocked in at No. 28 on that list despite his own exceptional talent and five additional receptions.

Whether his numbers drop slightly or whether he sets new records altogether, I don’t think we’ve even begun to get close to the ceiling of what Smith is capable of.

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LGHL Ohio State to send three of the best in college football to Big Ten Media Days

Ohio State to send three of the best in college football to Big Ten Media Days
Matt Tamanini
via our friends at Land-Grant Holy Land
Visit their fantastic blog and read the full article (and so much more) here


NCAA Football: Big Ten Football Media Days

Robert Goddin-USA TODAY Sports

All the Buckeye news thats fit to re-print.

Look, we get it. Your days are busy and you don’t have time to read all of the stories and tweets from the three dozen websites dedicated to covering Ohio State athletics, or the 237 Buckeye beat writers churning out hot takes and #content on a daily basis. But that’s ok, that’s what your friends at Land-Grant Holy Land are here for.

Monday through Friday, we’ll be collecting all of the articles, tweets, features, interviews, videos, podcasts, memes, photos, and whatever else we stumble across on the interwebz and putting them in our daily “Why is this News?” article. That way, you’ll have a one-stop shop for all of the most important Buckeye news, jokes, and analysis.

You’re welcome!


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Matt Tamanini, Land-Grant Holy Land


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On the Gridiron


Day, Downs, Styles & Smith to Represent Ohio State at Big Ten Media Days
Ohio State Athletics

Breaking down Ohio State’s current 2026 class
Gene Ross, Land-Grant Holy Land


Stock risers from top off-season events, via @CharlesPower

More: https://t.co/Gxa0fI9mwV pic.twitter.com/3IiGlTy86y

— Rivals (@Rivals) June 30, 2025

Burning Questions: Can Ohio State’s new defensive line measure up?
Michael Citro, Land-Grant Holy Land

Three big questions for Buckeyes reloaded linebacker room
Spencer Holbrook, Lettermen Row

Ohio State Tight End Bennett Christian Using Time at the “Very Bottom” to Inspire Others
Andy Anders, Eleven Warriors

Two Buckeyes made CBS Sports’ top 25 true freshmen of the century list
Patrick Murphy, Bucknuts

Ohio State’s National Championship Run Inspired New Buckeyes, Made Them Hungrier to Win A Title Themselves
Dan Hope, Eleven Warrior


On the Hardwood


Ohio State and Virginia Working On Non-Conference Game for Valentine’s Day
Andy Anders, Eleven Warriors

Ohio State’s Bruce Thornton outduels Devin Royal in Kingdom Summer League
Adam Jardy, The Columbus Dispatch


D’Angelo is headed to Dallas @Dloading | #DevelopedHere pic.twitter.com/HdDYOMuyfV

— Ohio State Hoops (@OhioStateHoops) July 1, 2025

Outside the Shoe and Schott


Memo: EA Sports looks to bring back College Basketball video games, starting in 2028-2029
Matt Brown, Extra Points

Women’s Golf: Four Buckeyes Earn WGCA All-American Scholar Honors
Ohio State Athletics

Men’s Gymnastics: Six Buckeyes Qualify for USA Championships
Ohio State Athletics


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This looks cool:


11.9 Light-years from home.
6th grade science teacher.
1 chance to save us all.

Watch the trailer for Project Hail Mary – based on the novel by Andy Weir, starring Ryan Gosling, and directed by filmmakers Phil Lord and Christopher Miller. Only in theaters and IMAX - 3.20.26 pic.twitter.com/Ytmcu3tjyl

— Project Hail Mary (@projecthailmary) June 30, 2025

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