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Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith Named to Early Preseason All-America Team
ESPN selects star wide receiver as first-team preseason All-American ahead of 2026 season.
Published on Feb. 16, 2026
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Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith, a two-time All-American and one of the top players in college football, has been named to ESPN's Way-Too-Early Preseason All-America team for the 2026 season. Smith is coming off a dominant 2025 campaign where he caught 87 passes for 1,243 yards and 12 touchdowns.
Why it matters
Smith's selection to the preseason All-America team further cements his status as one of the premier players in the sport. As Ohio State's top offensive weapon, his continued excellence will be crucial to the Buckeyes' chances of competing for a national championship in 2026.
The details
ESPN cited Smith's elite production and all-around skills as the reasons for his preseason All-America nod. The wide receiver was the only player in the FBS last season to grade out at 85 or better against both man-to-man and zone coverages, per Pro Football Focus. Smith burst onto the scene as a freshman in 2024, catching 76 passes for 1,316 yards and 15 touchdowns to help lead Ohio State to a national title.
- Smith was named a first-team All-American in 2025.
- He finished sixth in Heisman Trophy voting last season.
The players
Jeremiah Smith
Ohio State's star wide receiver, who has been one of the best players in college football over the past two seasons.
What’s next
Smith will look to build on his impressive resume and lead Ohio State to another successful season in 2026 as he aims to win the Biletnikoff Award and potentially earn a trip to New York City for the Heisman Trophy ceremony.
The takeaway
Jeremiah Smith's preseason All-America selection is a testament to his dominance as one of the top players in college football. His continued excellence will be crucial to Ohio State's championship aspirations in the 2026 season.
