The Ohio State Buckeyes are gearing up for a significant season as star wide receiver Jeremiah Smith prepares to enter his junior year. With the ambition for a national championship, Smith”s recent remarks underscore the team”s relentless pursuit of greatness.
After experiencing the disappointment of falling short in their quest for back-to-back national titles, Smith is clear about his expectations for the upcoming season. “It”s going to be scary,” he stated in an interview with “The Silver Bulletin.” He continued, “I feel like this year they took something from me and everybody has to pay for it. I”m out for everybody.” This fierce determination sets a tone for the Buckeyes as they aim for supremacy in college football.
Head coach Ryan Day has consistently praised Smith”s abilities, even asserting last October that Smith is the best offensive player in college football. “If it”s close, I”d like to know who it is,” Day remarked after a decisive victory against the Minnesota Golden Gophers. He emphasized that, while various factors can influence a receiver”s performance, Smith”s consistent play and positive attitude make him stand out.
Day also noted Smith”s maturity, highlighting that despite the competitive nature of the team, the players demonstrate a commendable level of unselfishness. “To see the unselfishness each week of a bunch of guys that just want to win, that”s winning football in a day and age that there”s a lot going on,” he explained.
As the off-season progresses, Smith”s work ethic and commitment will be pivotal in driving the Buckeyes” offensive strategy. If he continues to perform at this high level, Smith may indeed have a standout final season at Ohio State.
In other news from the Big Ten, Indiana”s head coach Curt Cignetti recently issued a cautious reminder about the challenges of repeating as national champions, while Jaxon Smith-Njigba has achieved a remarkable record in the NFL.
