JSN calls Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith 'LeBron James' of Buckeyes — SkimNews
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- Jaxon Smith-Njigba compared Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith to LeBron James, saying the Buckeyes have never seen a receiver like him despite their historic lineage of wideout talent
- Jeremiah Smith set Ohio State's all-time receiving yards record in just 33 games and is nearing the Big Ten's overall mark, while leading the nation with seven touchdown catches through four games
- Jeremiah Smith averages 154.3 yards per game, thriving as Julian Sayin’s primary target even as defenses focus on stopping him
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba stated that NFL teams are 'salivating' over Jeremiah Smith, who has exceeded Heisman-level hype and handled immense pressure with maturity
- Ohio State hosts No. 14 Iowa in a top-15 matchup Saturday, aiming to leverage Smith’s dominance in pursuit of a national title
Why it matters: Jeremiah Smith’s combination of elite production and composure under scrutiny makes him a rare prospect: one bullet point notes he leads the nation in touchdowns while averaging over 150 yards per game—figures that translate to immediate NFL impact. The endorsement from a reigning NFL Offensive Player of the Year like Smith-Njigba adds credibility, raising expectations for both Smith’s draft position and Ohio State’s championship ceiling.
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