Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith leads college football's top skill players for 2026
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Ahead of the 2026 college football season, prominent skill position players have been ranked. Jeremiah Smith from Ohio State is highlighted as a generational talent at wide receiver. Other top players include Malachi Toney from Miami, who excelled as a freshman, and Ole Miss running back Kewan Lacy, known for his productivity and consistency. Cam Coleman from Texas is also noted for his ability to stretch defenses. The upcoming season is anticipated to showcase these players as key figures in the national championship race.
- •Jeremiah Smith recognized for his dominance as a WR at Ohio State.
- •Malachi Toney finished last season with 1,211 receiving yards at Miami.
- •Kewan Lacy established himself as a feature back for Ole Miss.
- •Cam Coleman joined Texas from the transfer portal with proven production.
- •Elite skill players expected to shape the 2026 national championship race.
- 1:00 PMCBS Sports — Ranking college football's best offensive skill position players in 2026: The RB, WR and TE stars to watch
"These running backs, receivers and tight ends put immediate stress on opposing defenses
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