Ohio State CB Devin Sanchez improves through matchups with Jeremiah Smith
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 11:58 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Ohio State sophomore cornerback Devin Sanchez is focused on growth during preseason camp, particularly through daily practice matchups against star wide receiver Jeremiah Smith. After a limited role in his freshman year, Sanchez aims to earn a starting position and higher accolades, including the Jim Thorpe Award for top defensive backs. He credits his development and confidence boost to competing against Smith, who had a standout season last year. Sanchez believes that facing a premier receiver like Smith prepares him to guard top opponents this coming season.
- •Devin Sanchez is entering his second season with Ohio State.
- •He is competing for a starting cornerback position after an underwhelming freshman year.
- •Smith had 87 receptions and 1,243 yards last season as an All-American.
- •Sanchez aspires to win the Jim Thorpe Award and become an All-American.
- 11:58 PMYahoo Sports — Ohio State CB Devin Sanchez gains confidence from Jeremiah Smith matchups
"After spending the offseason guarding Jeremiah Smith, Devin Sanchez's goals for his second season at Ohio State go beyond starting at cornerback.
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