Jeremiah Smith remains Heisman frontrunner amid quarterback changes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 7:33 PM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026

Jeremiah Smith, Ohio State receiver, is still considered the Heisman frontrunner despite not playing last week. His challenge increased following the news that Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin will miss several weeks due to injury. Smith's future production may hinge on developing chemistry with either true freshman Luke Fahey or sophomore Tavien St. Clair. Following Week 8, rankings shifted as several other top contenders made strong performances, but Smith holds his position as the leading candidate while waiting to return to play.
- •Jeremiah Smith is still ranked first in Heisman rankings.
- •Julian Sayin is out several weeks with an injury.
- •Smith's next quarterback could be Luke Fahey or Tavien St. Clair.
- •Top Heisman contenders are changing rapidly after Week 8.
- 7:33 PMYahoo Sports — Jeremiah Smith didn't play last week. Is he still the Heisman frontrunner?
"Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith remains the Heisman frontrunner as other top contenders continue to rise.
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