Indiana Only Gave Up ONE TOUCHDOWN to Ohio State Last Time, and Jeremiah Smith Is Ready For Round Two

Jeremiah Smith isn’t just showing up for Ohio State this season, he’s absolutely dominating, leading all players in betting odds for the Heisman Trophy. But the Buckeyes are about to run into a ghost from their past when they face Indiana on October 17, a matchup that’s got some serious history.

Smith’s Numbers Are Ludicrous, But This Ain’t Just Any Game

Look, Smith has been an absolute machine out there. The guy leads the entire Big Ten in pretty much everything that matters: 916 receiving yards, 48 receptions, and 11 receiving touchdowns. He’s been torching defenses all season, even snagging a touchdown pass against Iowa on October 3 that broke a school’s all-time record in their 31-14 win. When you see him strike that Heisman pose, you get it. He’s earned it. He’s the guy. So, can Indiana actually contain him? That’s the million-dollar question heading into Saturday.

The Hoosiers Are Still Living Rent-Free in Columbus’ Head

Here’s the kicker: this October 17 game is the first time Ohio State and Indiana have gone head-to-head since the 2025 Big Ten Championship. And let’s not forget how that went down. Indiana pulled off a massive 13-10 victory, holding Ohio State to a single touchdown the entire game. That win propelled the Hoosiers to the No. 1 seed in the College Football Playoff, and they didn’t just stop there, going on to win the national championship. Yeah, that’s right, a national championship. So, when we talk about Indiana facing Smith, it’s not just another Saturday. This is a team that knows how to shut down the Buckeyes’ offense.

This game on October 17 isn’t just about another win; it’s about bragging rights, revenge, and if Smith can truly prove he’s unstoppable, even against the team that crushed Ohio State’s title dreams last year. You know the Buckeyes want this one bad, and Smith leading the charge makes it appointment viewing.

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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.