WR Jeremiah Smith (All B1G, B1G Frosh/WR of Year, All-American, 2025 Rose Bowl Off MVP, National Champion)

[Tanner]

Ok, coaching staff, you have 10 days to figure out how to get him the ball when they put a safety over top of him. He's not the first WR to ever be doubled.

 

[Bestbuck36]

This is when you hug him the hardest. He occupied their Defense so much other guys could eat. You got one more to showcase young Buck, for this year.

 

[dragurd]

Ok, coaching staff, you have 10 days to figure out how to get him the ball when they put a safety over top of him. He's not the first WR to ever be doubled.

ND hangs their hat on man. It'll be interesting if they are willing to play it or change their D to try to stop us

 

[BuckBackHome]

Can’t believe Birm was right with his prediction of one catch for Smith.

 

[Thump]

This is when you hug him the hardest. He occupied their Defense so much other guys could eat. You got one more to showcase young Buck, for this year.

This!

 

[Tanner]

Can’t believe Birm was right with his prediction of one catch for Smith.

That's funny. I think that segment they do is stupid. I dont understand why they don't just make real predictions instead of being like "Tyleik Williams will bat down 5 passes!"

 

[Jaxbuck]

He wasn't a decoy on the first target. If he catches that it's a TD or at least down on the 1.

He really should have caught it to be honest.

 

[RuGettinIt]

He wasn't a decoy on the first target. If he catches that it's a TD or at least down on the 1.

He really should have caught it to be honest.

Was actually surprised he didn’t come down with it. That’s typically a ball he would grab. I think Will put it in a great spot.

 

[1926Buckeyes]

He wasn't a decoy on the first target. If he catches that it's a TD or at least down on the 1.

He really should have caught it to be honest.

On the replay I was shocked that it went right through his hands. Not an easy catch, but one he makes routinely. One of his 3 freshman moments.

 

[ScriptOhio]

Jeremiah Smith sent short but sweet message to Ohio State fans after Cotton Bowl win

If you take a look on social media, a bunch of people are doing their best to troll Ohio State freshman sensation Jeremiah Smith over his performance in the Cot

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Jeremiah Smith sent short but sweet message to Ohio State fans after Cotton Bowl win​

Smith knows what's on the line.

If you take a look on social media, a bunch of people are doing their best to troll Ohio State freshman sensation Jeremiah Smith over his performance in the Cotton Bowl. On Friday night, Smith, one of the best young playmakers in the game, was held to one catch for three yards.

He doesn't give a darn about those stats, as the Buckeyes were able to post a thrilling win over Texas and this team is officially headed to the National Championship Game. Next up is a dance with Notre Dame, a meeting that can't get here soon enough - kickoff is set for Jan. 20.

After the final whistle against Texas, Smith celebrated with his teammates, as it was a heart-stopping victory. At the same time, Smith himself posted online a short and sweet message to the fanbase: he knows the job isn't done just yet.

Jeremiah Smith is ready to help Ohio State and Ryan Day win the natty​

For a lot of young receivers, only posting one reception for three yards in the national semifinals might have had them down in the dumps. While Smith obviously would have loved to finish the night making more of an impact, the important thing here is that the Buckeyes are moving on.
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Just sayin': Yeah, just 1 MORE!!!!

 

[Bestbuck36]

I'm predicting 2 scores for JJ this week. He won't miss that long ball that he did vs Texas. They might hold him to 5 or 6 catches but not out of the end zone. Take it to the bank, or bookie whichever you have access to.

 

[sammyjenkis]

I think his fall on the DB on that early almost-TD tweaked his back and affected him somewhat the rest of the game. Looked painful and he stood up wincing.

 

[dragurd]

I think his fall on the DB on that early almost-TD tweaked his back and affected him somewhat the rest of the game. Looked painful and he stood up wincing.

He was also open one a few plays but wasn't the first read but was on the backside from the reads a few were 15-20 yard gains if he was the 1st read

 

[ScriptOhio]

Two years from NFL Draft eligibility, Jeremiah Smith is rare freshman to secure comprehensive insurance policy

The Ohio State freshman sensation has protected his future earnings in case of injury

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Two years from NFL Draft eligibility, Jeremiah Smith is rare freshman to secure comprehensive insurance policy​

The Ohio State freshman sensation has protected his future earnings in case of injury​

Jeremiah Smith's achievements go beyond being the most impactful freshman wide receiver in recent memory.

The 19-year-old Ohio State sensation is also among a handful of players at his age ever to get permanent total disability insurance (PTD) to protect himself against a career-ending injury, CBS Sports has learned.

Taken out by the family before the College Football Playoff, the policy not only protects Smith in the event of a football injury but in everyday life for the term of the coverage.

"If this kid steps off the curb and gets hit by a car, he's covered," said industry veteran Richard Giller head of insurance recovery at the Los Angeles-based Greenspoon Marder law firm. "He does not have to be injured playing football."

Smith's policy is with Leverage Disability and Life Insurance, an industry-leading giant in the field of athlete insurance. The Southern California-based firm was founded in 2018 by former Kansas basketball star Eric Chenowith. More than two years ago, Leverage signed Alabama's Bryce Young and Will Anderson Jr to policies worth $20 million each, sources told CBS Sports. That $20 million total is believed to be the highest amount in history.

Industry sources say approximately four or five freshmen at this level have ever received such PTD coverage. Smith's ability to get such coverage is based on a breakout year in which he was a national freshman of the year candidate after catching 71 passes for 1,227 yards and 14 touchdowns going into Monday's College Football Playoff National Championship against Notre Dame.

Smith didn't turn 19 until halfway through his first season. He currently leads the CFP field with 14 catches for 293 yards in three games.

The AP second-team All-American is already projected as a high draft choice in the 2027 NFL Draft, the earliest he would be eligible to turn pro. Per a longstanding agreement between the NFL Players Association and NFL, college players are not eligible for the draft until three years following their high school graduation.

Smith's policy lasts until Aug. 1, 2027 or when he signs an NFL contract, whichever comes first. Ohio State administrators declined to comment on Smith's policy.
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[knuckifyoubuck]

In no particular order, the top three freshman:

Maurice Clarett. 1,237 yards and 16 TDs. If you were at the 02 Michigan game and saw him trot out in the shoulder harness, and electrify the team, not only did he score the go ahead TD against Miami and the strip of Sean Taylor, but he was integral in getting us there.

Orlando Pace. Redefined the left tackle position. Greatest of all time. Starter from day 1. Invented the pancake. Can still see the pictures of him on the old black/gold scoreboard "Now Serving...".

Jeremiah Smith. As Coach Day would say, his story is still being written. They only write your story if you keep winning.

Core of the best freshman ever:

Teddy Ginn. Talk about electric, his speed has not been seen before or since with 4 TDs on punt returns including the iconic TCUN house call.

Andy Katzenmoyer. Day 1 starter. Recorded 23 TFL as a freshman, a school record when it happened. Wrecking ball as a freshman.

Archie Griffin. Not the workhorse as a true freshman, but he flashed brilliance as a tailback with 239 yards against UNC and nearly 900 yards the very first year freshman were eligible to play varsity.

Robert Smith. 1,126 yards and 8 TDs as a freshman.

Chris Spielman. Earned his way on the field as a freshman and laid the foundation for his career.

Honorary mentions:

JK Dobbins. 1,403 yards, B1G title, playoff berth.

Denzel Burke. Started every game as a true freshman.

Michael Wiley. Explosive from multiple spots.