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Source: FOX Sports
Summary
Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith has been a dominant force this season, with 48 receptions for 916 yards and 11 touchdowns. Smith led the Big Ten in receiving yards in 2024 and 2025, and is now Ohio State’s all-time leader in receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns. Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti called Smith “no one” like him “playing at this level.” Smith had a standout performance in the 2025 Big Ten Championship, catching eight passes for 144 yards against Indiana.
Our Reading
This one felt recognizable early.
Smith’s name gets mentioned before the game starts.
Indiana’s defense has seen him before, and it didn’t go well.
He’s the one they can’t stop, even when they try.
The question isn’t if he’ll play, it’s how many times he’ll make them regret not covering him.
Author: Evan Null
Where’s Jeremiah Smith?
Every defense asks that question when facing Ohio State. The Buckeyes are the No. 4-ranked team, and Smith is their star. He’s been the difference in past matchups, like the 2025 Big Ten Championship game, where he had eight catches for 144 yards.
Indiana’s Streak Ends
Indiana beat Ohio State in the 2025 Big Ten Championship, ending a 37-year losing streak. But that game was close, and the Buckeyes lost because of a missed field goal. Since then, Ohio State has been dominant.
Smith’s Numbers
Through six games in 2026, Smith has 48 receptions for 916 yards and 11 touchdowns. He averages 19.1 yards per catch, leading the Big Ten. He’s also the Buckeyes’ all-time leader in receptions, yards, and touchdowns.
Smith’s Dominance
Smith had two 200-yard receiving games in a row, a feat only matched by Indiana’s Ty Fryfrogle in 2020. He’s on pace to break Big Ten records, just two touchdowns away from the all-time lead.
Cignetti’s Words
Indiana coach Curt Cignetti said there’s “no one” like Smith “playing at this level.” That’s not just praise—it’s a warning. Smith is the reason defenses stay up at night.
