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NCAA FootballOhio State's CJ Stroud speaks out on Jaxon Smith-Njigba's College Football Playoff absence

CJ Stroud has led Ohio State to a College Football Playoff berth while emerging as a finalist for the Heisman Trophy for the second straight year. While that’s impressive, it’s perhaps even more impressive that Stroud has managed to accomplish these feats largely without the services of arguably his best wide receiver, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who […]

NCAA FootballOhio State's Jaxon Smith-Njigba makes NFL Draft decision ahead of College Football Playoff

Jaxon Smith-Njigba won’t be taking the field for the Ohio State Buckeyes in the College Football Playoff. Smith-Njigba, who has been battling a hamstring injury for much of the season, announced his intention to enter the NFL Draft on Monday, as reported by Pete Thamel of ESPN. “I want to be out there competing with […]

NCAA FootballWhy Jaxon Smith-Njigba's injury must not affect NFL Draft stock

Ohio State wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba is one of college football’s most polarizing players. Unfortunately for the star pass catcher, a hamstring injury has derailed his 2022 season. In Week 1, Smith-Njigba suffered a hamstring injury. After missing some time, he returned to the field in Week 3 only to experience yet another setback. He […]

NCAA FootballOhio State football gets mixed bag of updates on Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Miyan Williams

Ohio State football received some pivotal injury updates on star wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba and halfback Miyan Williams ahead of their huge clash against rival Michigan on Saturday. Smith-Njigba, who has been dealing with a hamstring injury since October, will miss the contest. However, in a huge turn of events, the Buckeyes will have Williams […]

NFLJalin Hyatt, Marvin Harrison Jr. and the 5 best wide receivers in college football, ranked

Many NFL clubs must add depth at wide receiver before the start of the following season. Is there anyone they should look at in the 2023 NFL Draft? Here are Jalin Hyatt, Marvin Harrison Jr., and the five best wide receivers in college football, ranked. Rookies from recent selections are making an impact in the […]

NCAA FootballOhio State football handed brutal Jaxon Smith-Njigba injury news ahead of matchup vs. Penn State

Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s injury woes have been a dark stain on what has otherwise been a good season for the Ohio State football team. After suffering an injury in Week 1, the star wide receiver has missed significant time. It seemed like he was on track to return after being cleared to play last week against […]

NCAA FootballOhio State football's reason for Jaxon Smith-Njigba's limited snaps in Iowa game, revealed

Jaxon Smith-Njigba played limited snaps in the Buckeyes’ 54-10 victory over Iowa last weekend. Ohio State football’s head coach Ryan Day said the plan was to keep Smith-Njigba at around 20 snaps for the game, per Dan Hope. Day added that the star receiver did not suffer any additional injuries in the game. Jaxon Smith-Njigba […]

NCAA FootballJaxon Smith-Njigba's official status for Ohio State football vs. Iowa

It’s easy to forget sometimes, but the current Ohio State football squad is not at 100% over the last few years. Their best offensive weapon, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, has been out with injury for the last month or so. The Buckeyes have got by in the last few weeks, but they’ll inevitably need the star WR […]

NCAA FootballJaxon Smith-Njigba, Miyan Williams injury updates leave Ohio State football in tough position vs. Michigan State

Ohio State football is in a tough spot after the latest injury news on wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba and running back Miyan Williams. Before Saturday’s contest against Michigan State, both Smith-Njigba and Williams were ruled out, per Bruce Feldman of The Athletic. Star WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba & star RB Miyan Williams are both sidelined today […]

NCAA FootballOhio State football star Jaxon Smith-Njigba's bad injury luck continues with latest update before Rutgers game

Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s season with Ohio State football has been a bit of a messy affair so far. The star wide receiver started the season on the wrong foot after suffering an injury in their season opener. Since then, Smith-Njigba has struggled with injuries the entire season, either being limited in play or being ruled completely […]

NCAA FootballOhio State football's Jaxon Smith-Njigba has no timetable for return from injury, but there's a catch

Ohio State football has been a well-oiled machine thus far in 2022, as they’re 4-0 and ranked no. 3 in the nation heading into a matchup against Rutgers. But the Buckeyes have largely been enjoying this success without one of their most talented players, wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who has missed two games this season […]

NCAA Football2 bold Buckeyes predictions for Big Ten matchup vs. Wisconsin

CJ Stroud and the third-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes are set to take on fellow Big 10 opponent the Wisconsin Badgers on Saturday night. But given the current state of these two teams, it could prove to be a very one-sided affair. Ohio State is one of the hottest teams in the country. With a Heisman […]

NCAA FootballOhio State football WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba remains an enigma heading into Toledo game

Ohio State football is rolling, baby! The Buckeyes have looked like the championship contender many fans pegged them to be. In a season already rife with upsets, Ohio State has continued its dominance over the competition. They are doing this with a high-flying offense that has flummoxed their opponents, even without star wide receiver Jaxon […]

NCAA FootballOhio State football's Jaxon Smith-Njigba gets major injury update from Ryan Day

Ohio State football is about to get a huge boost to their wide receiver room ahead of a Week 3 contest against Toledo. Star wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who missed the team’s second game of the year due to injury, is poised to return to the field for the Buckeyes. Here’s what head coach Ryan […]

NCAA FootballOhio State football gets tough Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Julian Fleming updates ahead of Week 2 game

The Ohio State football offense sustained a tough blow ahead of their Week 2 contest against Arkansas State. Wide receivers Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Julian Fleming have been ruled out due to injuries, per Dave Biddle of 247 Sports. Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Julian Fleming OUT for Ohio State today: https://t.co/6RGI5KseQ4 — Dave Biddle (@davebiddle) September 10, 2022 […]

Mini-Editorials3 Buckeyes who must step up amid Jaxon Smith-Njigba injury

Ohio State football played in week one’s biggest game against Notre Dame on Saturday night in Columbus. The Buckeyes trailed the Fighting Irish for most of the game, but pulled away in the fourth quarter to win 21-10. It wasn’t pretty, but the Buckeyes earned a top-five win all the same. However, that victory came […]

NCAA FootballOhio State football star Jaxon Smith-Njigba exits Notre Dame game with injury

Ohio State football got some early bad news on Saturday after wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba left their Notre Dame game with an apparent injury. While the nature of the injury has yet to be disclosed, it appears Smith-Njigba is dealing with some sort of knee or hamstring injury. Prior to the issue, he took a […]

NCAA FootballOhio State HC Ryan Day gets real on C.J. Stroud's chemistry with Jaxon Smith-Njigba ahead of 2022 season

Ohio State wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba had one of the more notable breakout seasons in all of college football in the 2021 campaign. Smith-Njigba blossomed as a reliable target for quarterback C.J. Stroud, as he led the team in both receptions (95) and receiving yards (1,606). The stout chemistry that Stroud and Smith-Njigba displayed last […]

Baltimore RavensRavens: Top NFL Draft prospects fans must follow in 2023

The Baltimore Ravens, led by quarterback Lamar Jackson, have a roster that is built to win now. Outside of Jackson, the Ravens have big-time playmakers on both sides of the ball. On offense, Second-year wide receiver Rashad Bateman looks set to become the team’s number one wide receiver. Mark Andrews looks to solidify himself as […]

Indianapolis ColtsColts: Top NFL Draft prospects fans must follow in 2023

The Indianapolis Colts find themselves in an interesting spot heading into the 2022 NFL season. The team is on their fifth quarterback in the last five seasons. This franchise is still feeling the effects of the retirement of superstar quarterback Andrew Luck back in 2019. In an attempt to make up for this loss, the […]

Mini-EditorialsOhio State Buckeyes' biggest X-factor in 2022 season, and it's not CJ Stroud

2021, on paper at least, looked to be the transition year for Ohio State football. The Buckeyes saw Justin Fields hit the draft and began life with CJ Stroud under center. Expectations, at least by the standards Ohio State has set for itself over the past decade or so, were comparatively low, but that didn’t […]

NCAA FootballCJ Stroud headlines 3 Ohio State football NFL Draft prospects with first-round potential in 2023

Ohio State football pumps out NFL players at a rate few schools can rival. The Buckeyes have more NFL Draft picks since 2000 than any other school with 157. They also hold the record for most first-rounders in NFL history with 87. The Buckeyes once again have all the makings of a national championship team […]

NCAA FootballRobert Griffin III drops truth bomb on WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba after clutch Rose Bowl touchdown vs. Utes

It’s a good day to be an Ohio State Buckeyes fan. The program managed to dig itself out of an early deficit in the Rose Bowl against the Utah Utes to pull off an unforgettable 48-45 win Saturday night. What made the win even more memorable was the record-setting performance by sophomore wide receiver Jaxon […]

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