Jeremiah Smith’s Heisman Hopes in Peril: Did Ohio State’s Star Just Lose His Biggest Chance?
His performance deserves scrutiny, and the timing certainly complicates his candidacy. However, one difficult road game should not erase an otherwise impressive body of work. Smith still has opportunities to strengthen his resume. his response over the coming weeks could determine how seriously voters consider his name.
Quiet performance
Smith’s performance against USC deserves a closer examination. He finished with 10 receptions for 83 yards and one touchdown. That still gave him double-digit catches in a game where Ohio State struggled to establish its offensive rhythm. His fourth-quarter touchdown came with 2:12 remaining. It cut the deficit to nine points and provided a late highlight for an otherwise frustrating evening.
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