Ohio State leads rankings of top college football WR units for 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 8:25 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Ohio State tops USA TODAY Sports' rankings of the best wide receiver units for the 2026 college football season. The Buckeyes' standout, Jeremiah Smith, enters his junior year after totaling 2,558 receiving yards and 27 touchdowns across his first two seasons. Texas secures the second spot with new addition Cam Coleman from Auburn, joining Ryan Wingo. Miami ranks third with freshman sensation Toney, complemented by Duke transfer Cooper Barkate. Indiana rounds out the top four despite losing key receivers, now featuring Charlie Becker and Michigan State transfer Nick Marsh.
- •Ohio State ranked first with Jeremiah Smith leading the group.
- •Texas adds Cam Coleman and retains Ryan Wingo.
- •Miami's Toney has shown versatility as a playmaker.
- •Indiana looks to Charlie Becker and Nick Marsh after receiver losses.
- 8:25 AMYahoo Sports — 'Wide Receiver U' and who? Ranking college football's top WR units for 2026
"We know Ohio State is stacked, but what other teams have the best wide receiver groups heading into the 2026 season?
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