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LeBron James takes notice of Jeremiah Smith’s ridiculous catches

The Ohio State Buckeyes didn’t just beat Michigan State, but they did so with a few unthinkable catches by Jeremiah Smith, which were noticed by LeBron James.

Jeremiah Smith was the No. 1 overall recruit for a reason, and with Ohio State football, he’s proving exactly why that is. One long-time Buckeyes supporter, LeBron James, took notice.

James is, as many would know, one of the best basketball players of all time and a multi-time MVP and Champion in the league. Had James gone to college, being from Ohio, the Buckeyes may have been a top contender.

Still keeping his eye on Ohio State football, James posted to X when Smith made a few insane one-handed catches. Those can be viewed here.

https://twitter.com/KingJames/status/1840194552671654299

The 6-foot-2 Smith has been a key weapon for Kansas State transfer Will Howard. Smith didn’t have the most yards on the team Saturday. That was Emeka Egbuka and his 96 receiving yards.

However, Smith did have the more memorable catches en route to 83 receiving yards and one of the Buckeyes three receiving touchdowns. Smith is already being viewed as one of the most talented Buckeyes receivers in recent history.

WATCH: Jeremiah Smith with TWO one handed catches leading to Ohio State touchdown

Wowza #GoBucks

Wow! Jeremiah Smith might be even better than we thought. The freshman phenom has been spectacular through three games this season, but he may have just outdone himself. With Michigan State keeping things close, Smith has decided to take things into his own hands… make that take things into his own hand.

With under a minute left in the half, Smith made not one, but two one-handed catches leading to an Ohio State score! The first came with two Spartan defenders draped on Smith, who just seemed to elevate higher and pulled the catch down with one hand.

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If that wasn’t enough, Smith made another unbelievable catch just moments later. With Will Howard sidelined after a hard hit, Devon Brown took the helm on third and ten. Brown dropped back and threw the ball in Smith’s direction and looked as if it was going to be out of reach until No. 4 stretched out his right hand and hauled in another one-handed catch, this time for the touchdown.

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Let’s take a look at some of the best reactions from social media.

Lebron likes what he sees.

https://twitter.com/KingJames/status/1840194552671654299

One of a kind.

https://twitter.com/AriWasserman/status/1840193422428152077

Otherworldly.

https://twitter.com/DriveTheLanePod/status/1840193815312777298

Remember… he’s only 18 years old.

https://twitter.com/barstoolsports/status/1840196084955574633

He seriously might be.

https://twitter.com/ReeseClarett13/status/1840194855684743592

Heisman contender?

https://twitter.com/JBook_37/status/1840194668140920953

Smith is becoming must-see TV… who knows what he’ll do next?

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LeBron James wowed by Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith

How did Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith make this catch?

Ohio State played Michigan State in a Big Ten contest on Saturday.

The Buckeyes’ Jeremiah Smith made a one-hand grab that turned into a Buckeyes touchdown.

This will be a Catch of the Year candidate for sure.

LeBron James was impressed by the 17-yard reception.

WATCH: Ohio State with some trickery to extend lead at Michigan State in the first half

Razzle-Dazzle #GoBucks

The Ohio State football team is facing its first real test of the season as it opens Big Ten play at Michigan State. The Spartans have been playing about as well as they can and cut the lead to just three early in the second half. But the Buckeyes answered by marching down the field to extend the lead back to 10 points.

After gashing MSU for several big chunk running plays between TreVeyon Henderson and Quinshon Judkins, Chip Kelly called for some razzle-dazzle. Quarterback Will Howard faked the pitch to the running back then flipped the ball to Jeremiah Smith on the end around as he ran untouched into the endzone.

It was a thing of beauty. Give it a watch below.

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Ohio State football great Cris Carter prays Jeremiah Smith breaks records

Ohio State football great, Cris Carter prays Jeremiah Smith breaks records #GoBucks

Former Ohio State football great, Cris Carter is one of the greatest wide receivers to ever play the game of football at either the college or NFL level, and freshman phenom, Jeremiah Smith, may eclipse Carter’s statistical accomplishments at the collegiate level.

The OSU freshman record for touchdowns still sits at eight and is still held by Carter due to his 1984 season, but in two games, Smith is already well on pace to crush that number. Through two games, the young star already has three touchdowns which is already tied with Marvin Harrison Jr. at fifth in school history.

Carter is not the kind of guy who wishes to keep the record though and in fact is praying Smith can “smash” the record, but he did provide a nice reminder that the Buckeye offense in 1984 was not as focused on the passing game as they are today.

https://twitter.com/criscarter80/status/1832915777063723402

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WATCH: Ohio State star Jeremiah Smith scores long touchdown

WATCH: Ohio State star, Jeremiah Smith score touchdown #GoBucks

Ohio State football is starting its second game much better than the first as it is currently taking it to the Western Michigan Broncos early. To the surprise of no one, freshman phenom, Jeremiah Smith, is already making highlight reel plays.

Not only did Smith catch the game’s first pass, but he scored an amazing touchdown. So far on the day the Buckeye receiver is leading the team with two receptions for 80 yards, with one that he took to the house for 70 yards. He has started this game out hot and I’m sure he’ll provide more memorable plays before the day is over.

We’ll continue to have highlights, reaction, and analysis during and after this one in the ‘Shoe, so continue to check back often.

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Ryan Day makes it clear Ohio State will continue to feed Jeremiah Smith

Could it be that Jeremiah Smith is already one of the best receivers in college football as a freshman? #GoBucks

Ohio State football has had some of the best receivers in college history come through its program.

From Michael Thomas to Garrett Wilson to Marvin Harrison Jr., the last decade has seen the Buckeyes continually churn out the best of the best at the position.

They have another generational talent on their hands with No. 1 overall recruit Jeremiah Smith, one season removed from arguably another generational talent, Marvin Harrison Jr.

Smith, who was the first true freshman in program to earn the “Iron Buckeye,” caught two touchdowns in his college debut and has numerous difficult grabs as well. He was involved early and often, leading the team in receiving yards.

Smith ended with 92 yards and two touchdowns, leading the team with six receptions. With a new quarterback in Columbus, Smith seems like he’s going to be the most-trustworthy weapon for quarterback Will Howard.

As for what head coach Ryan Day thinks, he heaped praise on Smith as well and implied that he’s going to see quite the involvement in the offense moving forward.

Smith is quick and strong and clearly already primed to take over college football. He’ll have all the opportunity moving forward as well as the Buckeyes should be a hefty favorite against in Week 2, taking on Western Michigan.

Having beaten Akron 52-6 at home in Week 1, Ohio State should look better in the coming weeks which may help Smith’s numbers look even better.

Geno Smith’s cousin, Jeremiah, shines in Ohio State debut

Geno Smith’s cousin, Jeremiah, shines in Ohio State debut

We may be one week out from the return of the NFL, but there was plenty of college action this weekend to keep football fans satiated. For Week 1 in college football, there are plenty of ugly blowouts as the most powerful teams in the country often schedule their opening games against considerably weaker opponents. Such was the case for the Ohio State Buckeyes.

Ohio State, coming off an 11-2 season which ended with an ugly 14-3 loss to Missouri in the Cotton Bowl, began their quest to return to the College Football Playoffs against the in-state Akron Zips. Predictably, Akron was no match for the Buckeyes, who dominated the Zips in a 52-6 blowout. But there was one player who truly shined for Ohio State, and his name should be familiar to the 12’s.

True freshman Jeremiah Smith, only 18 years old, made it a long afternoon for Akron’s defensive backs. In his debut, he led the team with six receptions for 92 yards and two touchdowns. Why should his name be familiar? Well, aside from the common last name of ‘Smith,’ he is the cousin of Seattle Seahawks starting quarterback Geno Smith!

Turns out playing football at a high level runs in the Smith family.

Unfortunately, being a true freshman, we are going to have to wait at least three years until he can join his older cousin in the NFL. Hopefully, Geno Smith will still be in the league by then!

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WATCH: Jeremiah Smith makes one handed, contested catch

What. A. Catch. #GoBucks

The secret is out. Ohio State head coach Ryan Day can no longer keep the fact that freshman receiver Jeremiah Smith as one of the best receivers in the country in the dark.

All Smith has done so far in this one is catch two touchdowns, make several other highlight worthy plays, and provide offense when needed for the Buckeyes. One of those was a catch that, at first, looked like a great ball control catch, but then upon further slow-motion review, was a one-handed and significantly contested (if pass interference is your style) grab.

Watch as Smith has one arm held and still brings down the catch by pinning the ball with one hand against his chest while falling down close to the goal line. First, take a look from the angle that doesn’t make the one-handed snag evident.

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Now, from the other angle that shows you just how superhuman he is.

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Remember, this is only Game 1 of the season and we’re seeing these types of things. You can bet that there will plenty of other jaw-dropping moments from the top recruit in the 2024 class.

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WATCH: Jeremiah Smith catches Ohio State’s first touchdown of 2024

The journey #GoBucks

After a slow start, the Ohio State offense started putting some things together and is on the board. The first drive ended with a three-and-out and a drop that would’ve led to some big yards by freshman phenom Jeremiah Smith. Smith would be called for not being set on the very next play pushing the Buckeyes even further back which led to a punt.

On the next Ohio State drive, things started to click with Will Howard finding receivers for nice little chunks. Emeka Egbuka probably should’ve had the first touchdown but the officials said the ball moved and was not secured. We weren’t so sure about that call, but it wouldn’t matter in the long run as just a few plays later Smith would get the Buckeyes on the board with the first touchdown of the young season.

Give it a watch below. It’s bound to be the first of many for the former No. 1 overall prospect in the land.

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