While Texas succeeded in limiting Smith, it came at a cost. Fellow Buckeyes receivers Carnell Tate and Emeka Egbuka combined for 12 catches totaling 128 yards, and tight end Gee Scott Jr. had a career-high five catches. Still, Sarkisian said the priority doesn't change.

Last season, Ohio State faced off against the Longhorns in the Cotton Bowl. With a trip to the national championship game on the line, Texas was able to shut down Smith. He caught just one pass for three yards on the evening. Smith is looking for some revenge.

The Ohio State Buckeyes won the 2024-25 National Championship and wide receiver Jeremiah Smith was a big part of it. Smith, a native of Miami Gardens, Florida, was arguably the best player during the Buckeyes' Herculean four-game championship run,