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Another one that seems fairly obvious. The most recent Heisman winner in Ohio State’s decorated history, none other than Troy Smith. But let’s be clear, there have been some outstanding players to wear No. 10 on the banks of the Olentangy.
Rex Kern, quarterback of the 1968 national championship team. Art Schlichter, who held many OSU passing records for over 30 years. Even Joe Burrow wore No. 10 while a Buckeye. However, only one has the number retired with his name hung next to it in the ‘Shoe – and that’s Smith.
Troy Smith was a highlight reel waiting to happen every Saturday, and he absolutely showed up biggest when in marquee matchups. Smith could beat you with his arm or his legs which made him particularly tough to contain. One of my favorites… outmaneuvering a slew of Penn State defenders and then slinging the ball 50 plus yards for the score in what would be a Heisman defining moment.
TROY SMITH FOR THE HEISMAN#TBT pic.twitter.com/UxNTDT84Ii
— Arrogant Urban Meyer (@ArrogantUrban) February 7, 2019
Of course, Smith had his share of moments against TTUN that put him in legend status at OSU. Who could forget Smith getting the start as a redshirt sophomore for an upset in 2004 while accounting for 386 total yards and three scores. Or the “Game of the Century” when Smith led No. 1 Ohio State to a victory over No. 2 Michigan to send the Bucks to the BCS National Championship Game.
There have been some greats to wear No. 10 at Ohio State, but none better than Troy Smith.