Ohio State defensive tackle James Smith leaves game against Kent State with injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 7:09 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Ohio State defensive tackle James Smith was carted off the field in the third quarter during the game against Kent State on September 19. The specifics of the injury are unclear, but trainers assessed him on the field before he was taken off. Smith had recorded four tackles this season, including one for a loss. He transferred to Ohio State from Alabama and has contributed to the defensive line as a backup. His status for the remainder of the game and future games remains uncertain.
- •James Smith left the field during the third quarter.
- •The nature of the injury was not immediately disclosed.
- •Smith has made four tackles in three games this season.
- •He transferred to Ohio State after three years at Alabama.
- •Trainers assessed Smith before he was carted off the field.
- 7:09 PMYahoo Sports — Ohio State football DT James Smith exits against Kent State with injury
"Ohio State defensive tackle James Smith left during the third quarter against Kent State with an injury.
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