Okay, you know how we talk about our guy Jaxon Smith-Njigba, right? Well, there’s a new Buckeye wide receiver, the son of the late NFL legend Chris Henry, stepping up and he just showed everyone why he’s expected to be as productive and feared as JSN himself. Last week against Ball State, he dropped his first two targets, sure, but his third target? Absolute fire: a touchdown pass. And get this, even Jaxon Smith-Njigba dropped his first-ever target back in the day. This kid is already in good company, big time.
The Next Wave of Buckeye Stars Is Already Here
This unnamed Ohio State wideout is the heir apparent to the Buckeyes’ No. 1 receiver spot, and he’s built like a tank at 6-foot-5, with crazy speed and an uncanny ability to unfold that massive frame against tight coverage, plus exceptional body control. He’s not the only young gun making noise in Columbus, though. True freshman running back Legend Bey is already getting Heisman buzz. Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith, who many call the best player in the sport, didn’t hold back last month. Smith said, “Before Legend Bey leaves Ohio State, he will be a Heisman finalist, or he’ll end up winning it.” He’s been doing “pretty special” things in practice, and last weekend, fans finally saw exactly why Smith gave him that shout-out. That’s serious talent emerging, and it’s exciting to watch.
Defense and Deep Threats Bring the Heat
Then you’ve got Sanchez, who might just be the most talented player on the entire Ohio State defense. With Matt Patricia calling the shots, that screams first-round NFL talent at corner for the Buckeyes. This 6-foot-2, 199-pound cornerback only started one game as a true freshman, but he played in 13 last season and really started to shine against Illinois with five tackles and a deflected pass. Look for Sanchez to be lining up against top wide receivers like Ryan Wingo or Cam Coleman on third downs this Saturday. That’s a best-on-best matchup, straight up. On the offensive side, Boyd is perhaps the most underrated player for the Buckeyes. He was Southlake Carroll’s all-time leading receiver and made a national name for himself by putting 2027 No. 1 cornerback, Texas Longhorn John Meredith III, “on a poster” back when they were sophomores. Meredith, who reclassified after being deemed ineligible for his senior high school season, joined the Longhorns late this summer. He’s a consensus five-star talent with a 6-foot-2 frame and a gift for shutting down receivers, even if he saw limited playing time against Texas State and isn’t expected to have a huge impact this Saturday.
This Saturday, it’s No. 1 Ohio State taking on No. 4 Texas, and you know these young players aren’t just looking to climb the depth chart. They’re going to be crucial as the season grinds on and the “next man up” mentality becomes a reality. Get ready for some fireworks!
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Originally reported by Fox Sports.
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