LeBron James Sends Message to Jeremiah Smith After Ohio State Game

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Max Escarpio | Last updated Oct 12, 2025 6:05 PM ET

The Ohio State Buckeyes improved to 6-0 on the season after defeating the No. 17 Illinois Fighting Illini 34-16.

Star wide receiver Jeremiah Smith led the way in receiving for the Buckeyes yet again, catching five passes for 42 yards and a touchdown.

Smith is arguably the best wide receiver in all of college football, and many have said he could play in the NFL now if rules permitted.

On Sunday, NBA star and Ohio State fan, LeBron James, took to social media to share a video of Smith's touchdown reception.

James also added a caption, saying, "UNFAIR & TOO DAMN GOOD!!"

Smith uses his 6-foot-3, 223-pound frame to his advantage and is a hard receiver for cornerbacks to guard.

So far this season, the 2024 Big Ten Receiver of the Year has totaled 40 receptions for 505 yards and seven touchdowns. Last season, he finished with 76 receptions for 1,315 yards and 15 touchdowns.

Smith was a five-star recruit and the No. 1 player in the class of 2024.

Smith and the Buckeyes will look to stay perfect in their defending College Football Playoff National Championship season when they travel to Wisconsin to face the Badgers on Saturday.

Kickoff between Ohio State and Wisconsin is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET on CBS.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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