OFFICIAL: Ohio State Signs Five-Star WR Jeremiah Smith
Jeremiah Smith, a 6-foot-3, 215-pound five-star wide receiver from Chaminade-Madonna College Preparatory School in Hollywood, Florida, has officially signed with the Ohio State Buckeyes. Smith, the top-ranked prospect in the 2024 recruiting class, committed to Ohio State over offers from several prominent programs, including Florida, Florida State, Georgia, Miami, and USC. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeremiah_Smith_%28American_football%29?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
Throughout his high school career, Smith demonstrated exceptional talent and versatility. As a junior, he recorded 58 receptions for 1,073 yards and 20 touchdowns. He also showcased his athleticism by winning the FHSAA Class 2A state championships in both the 110 and 400-meter hurdles during his junior year. In his senior season, Smith continued to excel, earning All-American honors and being named the All-American Bowl Player of the Year. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeremiah_Smith_%28American_football%29?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
Upon joining Ohio State, Smith made an immediate impact. In his college debut against the Akron Zips, he led the team with six receptions for 92 yards and two touchdowns, contributing to a 52–6 victory. His outstanding performance earned him the Big Ten Conference Freshman of the Week honors after a game against Michigan State, where he recorded six touches for 102 yards and two touchdowns. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeremiah_Smith_%28American_football%29?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
Smith’s freshman season was marked by several accolades. He was named the Big Ten Freshman of the Year, Big Ten Receiver of the Year, and was selected as a first-team All-American by USA Today and ESPN. In the 2025 Rose Bowl against the Oregon Ducks, Smith delivered an MVP performance with seven catches for 187 yards and two touchdowns. He concluded the season by leading the Buckeyes to victory in the 2025 College Football Playoff National Championship, setting FBS single-season records for receiving yards and touchdowns by a true freshman. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeremiah_Smith_%28American_football%29?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
Smith’s combination of size, speed, and skill has drawn comparisons to former Ohio State standout Marvin Harrison Jr. His dedication and work ethic have been praised by coaches and teammates alike. As he continues his collegiate career, Smith is poised to become the next superstar wide receiver for the Buckeyes, following in the footsteps of recent first-round NFL draft picks from Ohio State. ([elevenwarriors.com](https://www.elevenwarriors.com/ohio-state-football/2023/12/144033/signed-no-1-overall-recruit-jeremiah-smith-projects-as-ohio-state-s-next-superstar-wide-receiver?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
It’s important to note that while Smith’s signing is a significant achievement for Ohio State, there is no record of him breaking any Southeastern Conference (SEC) draft records, as he is currently a freshman and not yet eligible for the NFL Draft.
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