Jeremiah Smith breaks Ohio State receiving records, declares himself Heisman front-runner
The Buckeyes' star wide receiver set career records for receptions and receiving touchdowns in a 31-14 win over Iowa, telling Heisman voters he is the best player in the country.
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Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith became the program's all-time leader in both career receptions and career touchdown receptions during the Buckeyes' 31-14 victory over Iowa on Saturday, according to ESPN.
The performance further cemented Smith's standing as a front-runner in this season's Heisman Trophy race. Following the game, Smith told reporters and Heisman voters that he considers himself "the best player in the country," a statement reflecting his confidence after another standout outing.
Smith's record-setting day came against a Big Ten rival in Iowa, with Ohio State securing a comfortable 17-point win. His emergence as the Buckeyes' all-time receptions and receiving-touchdowns leader marks a significant milestone in a program with a long history of standout offensive players.
Heisman implications
College football's Heisman Trophy is awarded annually to the sport's most outstanding player, with voting based on a combination of statistical performance, team success and national profile. Smith's latest performance adds to a body of work that analysts and voters are likely to weigh heavily as the award race progresses through the remainder of the season.
Ohio State's win over Iowa keeps the Buckeyes on track in conference play, while Smith's record-breaking afternoon is likely to keep him at the center of Heisman conversations in the weeks ahead.
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