Jeremiah Smith emerges as top prospect for 2027 NFL Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 8:23 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
As the 2026 college football season progresses, NFL teams are evaluating prospects for the 2027 Draft. While quarterbacks often dominate discussions, Jeremiah Smith, a wide receiver from Ohio State, is gaining traction as a potential No. 1 overall pick. Standing at 6-foot-3 and 220 pounds, Smith possesses an impressive skill set, including elite speed and a large catch radius. His freshman record of 76 receptions, 1,315 yards, and 15 touchdowns has set the bar high, especially given Ohio State’s history of producing top NFL talent. As the season continues, Smith aims to solidify his status among franchise players.
- •Smith set Ohio State freshman records in receptions and touchdowns.
- •Quarterbacks like Arch Manning and Dante Moore are also top prospects.
- •Historical trends favor quarterbacks for the No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft.
- •Smith's physical traits and college performance make him a standout candidate.
- •NFL teams are beginning their assessments ahead of the 2027 Draft.
- 8:23 AMYahoo Sports — Why Jeremiah Smith has to be the No. 1 pick in 2027 NFL Draft
"We are still early in the 2026 college football season, but NFL front offices are already charting projections for the 2027 NFL Draft. Whenever that cycle begins, quarterbacks inevitably dominate the discussion. The default operating assumption is that if a franchise secures the No. 1 overall selection, it must spend it on a prospective franchise […] The post Why Jeremiah Smith has to be the No. 1 pick in 2027 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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