Jeremiah Smith becomes Ohio State leader in career receiving yards vs. Kent State
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Key Points:
- Ohio State junior Jeremiah Smith became the school's all-time leading receiver during the first half against Kent State, surpassing Michael Jenkins' previous record of 2,898 receiving yards.
- Smith set the new record with a 23-yard reception from Julian Sayin in the first quarter, adding to his already impressive career stats.
- He is also closing in on Ohio State's career receptions record held by Emeka Egbuka (205) and is on pace to break Chris Olave's touchdown reception record of 35.
- A former five-star recruit, Smith has been a standout since his freshman year, holding records for fastest to 100 receptions, 1,000 yards, and 25 touchdowns at Ohio State and was a consensus All-American in 2025.
- Smith is widely projected as a top-10 pick in the 2027 NFL Draft, continuing Ohio State's tradition of producing elite wide receiver talent.
