Matt Leinart supports Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith for Heisman Trophy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 5:30 AM
Last updated Oct 10, 2026
Former USC quarterback Matt Leinart endorses Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith for the Heisman Trophy following his standout performances. Smith has recorded 44 receptions for 823 yards and nine touchdowns in five games this season. Leinart praised Smith’s potential, highlighting his exceptional talent and comparing him to NFL greats. Smith's upcoming game against Maryland offers another opportunity to bolster his Heisman candidacy. Leinart’s confidence comes from his understanding of what it takes to win the prestigious award, which he achieved in 2004.
- •Jeremiah Smith has 44 catches for 823 yards and nine touchdowns this season.
- •Matt Leinart believes Smith could be the No. 1 overall NFL draft pick.
- •Leinart compares Smith to Andre Johnson and Julio Jones.
- •Ohio State plays Maryland next, presenting Smith with a chance to enhance his Heisman case.
- •Leinart won the Heisman Trophy in 2004 while at USC.
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"Matt Leinart believes Jeremiah Smith has shown enough on the field to put himself in the Heisman Trophy conversation. The former USC quarterback has been so impressed by Ohio State’s star receiver that he believes Smith could even be the No.
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