Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith broke the Buckeyes' career receiving yardage record during Saturday's 59-3 victory against Kent State. Smith surpassed Michael Jenkins' mark of 2,898 yards with a 23-yard grab on the second drive, finishing the game with 2,958 yards. Ryan Day praised Smith as a great example and among the top receivers in Ohio State history.

Smith called the moment meaningful, stating he has two more records to chase. The junior is closing in on Chris Olave's scoring reception mark (35 touchdowns) and Emeka Egbuka's total reception record (205 catches). Jenkins held the yardage record from 2000-03.

Smith, a projected top-five NFL draft pick, had 1,315 yards as a true freshman two years ago and 1,243 yards last season. He added 315 yards and three touchdowns through Ohio State's first two games this year.