Smith Breaks Ohio State Receiving Record

Jeremiah Smith made Ohio State history on Saturday, breaking the program's all-time career receiving yardage record during a 59-3 victory over Kent State. The junior wide receiver caught a 23-yard pass from quarterback Julian Sayin midway through the first quarter to surpass the previous mark held by Michael Jenkins. Smith entered the game needing 26 yards to break Jenkins' record of 2,898 yards, which had stood since 2003. He achieved the milestone on his second reception of the day, a slant route that advanced the ball significantly. With that catch, Smith became Ohio State's career leader in receiving yards, a record previously held by Jenkins for over two decades. The record-breaking play was part of a dominant performance by the sixth-ranked Buckeyes, who scored on their first four drives. Smith finished the game with five receptions for 85 yards. His career total now stands at 2,909 yards, according to reports. Smith's accomplishment is notable for the speed at which he reached it. While Jenkins required four seasons to set the record, Smith accomplished it in just his third year with the Buckeyes.