In a commanding 42-17 victory over Tennessee, Ohio State’s freshman wide receiver Jeremiah Smith showcased his exceptional talent, recording six receptions for 103 yards and two touchdowns.
Prior to the game, Pro Football Focus highlighted the anticipated matchup between Smith and Tennessee defensive back Jermod McCoy, noting McCoy’s impressive season with a 42.1 passer rating allowed and a 90.3 coverage grade.
Smith’s performance was instrumental in Ohio State’s early dominance, contributing to a 21-0 lead by the end of the first quarter.
After the game, Smith responded to the pre-game analysis with a succinct tweet: “Yea ight,” accompanied by a laughing emoji, signaling his confidence and satisfaction with his performance.
Ohio State’s head coach, Ryan Day, praised Smith’s work ethic and determination, stating, “He’s special… Nobody’s worked harder the last three weeks. He did not like losing that game [to Michigan]. He came out with an attitude today, with a toughness and a physicality about him.”
This victory propels Ohio State into the quarterfinals of the College Football Playoff, where they are set to face No. 1 seed Oregon in the Rose Bowl on January 1.
