Michael Irvin questions Jeremiah Smith's decision to stay at Ohio State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 4:35 AM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Michael Irvin expressed disbelief over Jeremiah Smith's choice to remain at Ohio State despite a reported $10 million transfer offer. Speaking on The Dan Patrick Show, Irvin highlighted that Smith, originally from South Florida, turned down the lucrative opportunity while drawing attention to his potential return home. While Smith acknowledged the offer during Big Ten media days, he emphasized that his decision was motivated by a desire to continue developing with the Buckeyes and pursue a national championship. Recently, Smith set the Ohio State career receiving yards record during a game against Kent State.
- •Jeremiah Smith reportedly received a $10 million transfer offer.
- •Michael Irvin questioned Smith's choice to stay at Ohio State.
- •Smith aims to develop alongside teammates and pursue titles.
- •He set a new career receiving yards record during a recent game.
- •The comments highlight the financial complexities in college football.
- 4:35 AMYahoo Sports — Michael Irvin Drops $10 Million Jeremiah Smith Claim, Questions Why He Stayed at Ohio State
"Ohio State Buckeyes superstar Jeremiah Smith apparently had 10 million reasons to leave Columbus, and Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Irvin still cannot understand why he passed up the opportunity.The former Miami Hurricanes receiver raised eyebrows Tuesday while discussing the lucrative offer Smith reportedly received to leave Ohio State. For Irvin, the possibility of […] The post Michael Irvin Drops $10 Million Jeremiah Smith Claim, Questions Why He Stayed at Ohio State appeared first on HE
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