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Ohio State football preseason recognition

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Ohio State football is receiving significant attention from professional scouts and preseason award committees ahead of the 2026 season. During fall training camp, NFL talent evaluators, including representatives from the Dallas Cowboys, observed the roster, with one scout noting the team appears “bigger, faster, and potentially better than the previous year.” Individual players have earned multiple preseason accolades. On3 initially named wide receiver Jeremiah Smith to its first-team All-America roster, alongside offensive linemen Luke Montgomery and Austin Siereveld. Subsequently, ESPN named both Smith and quarterback Julian Sayin to its preseason All-America first team. Smith enters the season following a record-breaking start, while Sayin holds several program records, including a Big Ten-leading completion rate. Smith’s performance has drawn high-profile praise; Pro Football Hall of Famer Cris Carter has predicted Smith’s future Hall of Fame potential, comparing him to legends such as Calvin Johnson and Julio Jones. Carter is currently working with Smith to enhance his yards after catch ability. Additionally, early projections for As the 2027 NFL draft have positioned cycle begins to take shape, Smith remains a central figure in prospect discussions. He is consistently positioned as the top a premier overall prospect due to his size, speed, and production. Quarterback Julian Sayin remains Recent scouting evaluations have compared his potential to wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase. While the 2027 class is noted for its competitive quarterback group, including Arch Manning and Dante Moore, Smith continues to be highlighted as a key figure in prospect discussions alongside other major collegiate players. top-tier talent.

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  1. 2026-09-04 21:59 UTC Ohio State football preseason recognition
  2. 2026-09-02 08:00 UTC Ohio State football preseason recognition
  3. 2026-08-14 06:43 UTC Ohio State football preseason recognition

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