Jeremiah Smith delivered one of the most jaw-dropping performances in Rose Bowl history, leading Ohio State to a dominant 41-21 victory over Oregon in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal. The freshman wide receiver made an unforgettable statement with 7 catches for 187 yards and 2 touchdowns—most of it in the first half alone, with 151 yards and both scores.
When ESPN’s Rece Davis caught up with Smith after the game, the star player, who was named Offensive MVP, couldn’t contain his confidence. “We started fast and knew we had to be our best after last time,” Smith said. “We’re hungry. We want to win it all.” And when asked if anyone could stop him, the answer was as bold as his performance: “No.”
Through two rounds of the College Football Playoff, Smith has been unstoppable. With 13 catches, 290 yards, and 4 touchdowns, he’s been a key factor in Ohio State’s blowout victories over Tennessee and Oregon, with a combined score of 83-38.
With the Buckeyes now heading to the Cotton Bowl for a semifinal showdown against the Texas Longhorns on January 10, Smith’s electrifying performance has fans buzzing: Is anyone going to be able to slow him down? Stay tuned—Ohio State’s march to the championship is heating up!
