Ohio State Receiver Jeremiah Smith Garners Big Ten Preseason Offensive Player of the Year Votes
Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith received a significant number of votes for the Big Ten preseason Offensive Player of the Year, even outscoring some quarterbacks on the Cleveland.com ballot.
Cleveland Akron, OH, August 3, 2026 —
Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith has garnered considerable attention in the Big Ten preseason Offensive Player of the Year voting, according to ballots from Cleveland.com. Smith received a notable number of votes, surpassing several quarterbacks in the polling.
The exact vote count for Smith and the other players was not specified in the available information. However, the trend indicates a strong preseason recognition for the wide receiver, positioning him as a significant contender for individual accolades within the conference. This level of consideration, particularly from media members and analysts who participated in the poll, highlights the high expectations placed upon Smith for the upcoming season.
While the specific details of the voting breakdown were not released, the summary notes that Smith’s vote total exceeded that of some quarterbacks. This suggests a widespread belief in his potential impact on the game, potentially challenging the traditional dominance of quarterbacks in Offensive Player of the Year discussions.
Further details regarding the complete voting results, including the total number of votes received by each player and the final ranking for the Big Ten preseason Offensive Player of the Year award, were not immediately available. The scope of the poll, conducted by Cleveland.com, involved its own voters to determine the preseason honors.
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