Jeremiah Smith tops college football fantasy drafts

Ohio State junior wide receiver Jeremiah Smith is widely regarded as the premier player in college football, posting 2,558 receiving yards and 27 touchdowns over his last two seasons. His production has made him the No. 1 pick in college fantasy rankings, with analysts projecting at least 1,000 yards and eight touchdowns in the upcoming 2026 season. Texas Longhorns defenses have historically limited Smith, holding him to just seven catches for 46 yards in two meetings, but a change in Texas' defensive coordinator has prompted new speculation on how they will contain him again. Smith’s dominance is also highlighted alongside Miami’s Malachi Toney, who together anchor the top tier of non‑running‑back fantasy selections.