# Jeremiah Smith Ohio State campaign

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/jeremiah-smith-ohio-state-campaign
> Updated: 2026-08-05T23:11:36.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

In late July, Ohio State junior wide receiver Jeremiah Smith outlined his personal goals for the 2026 season: beating Michigan on the road for the first time since 2018, capturing the Big Ten championship that eluded the Buckeyes the previous year, and pursuing a repeat national‑title run while positioning himself as a Heisman candidate.

A week later, analysts highlighted Smith’s on‑field dominance by ranking him as the top pick in college‑football fantasy drafts. Citing his 2,558 career receiving yards and 27 touchdowns, projections forecast at least 1,000 yards and eight touchdowns for the upcoming season. Attention also turned to the Texas Longhorns’ defensive adjustments, which could affect how they contain Smith, underscoring his status as a premier offensive weapon.

Together, the snapshots trace Smith’s transition from setting season‑long objectives to being recognized as a fantasy‑league centerpiece and a focal point for opposing defenses.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-05: Jeremiah Smith tops college football fantasy drafts

Jeremiah Smith of Ohio State, with 2,558 yards and 27 TDs, is the top college fantasy pick for 2026, despite Texas' past success limiting him.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jeremiah-smith-tops-college-football-fantasy-drafts

### 2026-07-29: Jeremiah Smith targets Michigan win and Big Ten title for Ohio State

Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith aims to beat Michigan, win the Big Ten title and repeat a national championship before heading to the NFL after his junior year.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jeremiah-smith-targets-michigan-win-and-big-ten-title-for-ohio-state

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