Texas hosts Ohio State as Cam Coleman and Jeremiah Smith face off

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Texas hosts Ohio State as Cam Coleman and Jeremiah Smith face off
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Texas prepares to host No. 1 Ohio State on Saturday in a matchup featuring top wide receivers Cam Coleman and Jeremiah Smith. Both players are projected as high NFL draft picks and enter the contest following strong season-opening performances. Coleman recorded two touchdowns in a 59-7 win over Texas State, while Smith tallied 151 receiving yards and two touchdowns against Ball State. Texas coach Steve Sarkisian noted the challenge posed by Smith’s physical profile and stated the defense must utilize a varied approach to contain him. Despite past success limiting Smith in previous matchups, Texas enters the game with a new defensive coordinator and personnel changes in the secondary. Ohio State coach Ryan Day indicated that the team plans to involve Smith heavily in the game plan.

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  • Texas hosts Ohio State this Saturday at Royal-Memorial Stadium in Austin.
  • Cam Coleman recorded two touchdowns in his Texas debut against Texas State.
  • Jeremiah Smith caught eight passes for 151 yards and two touchdowns against Ball State.
  • Texas held Smith to 43 yards or fewer in each of their last two meetings.
  • Texas defensive coordinator Will Muschamp oversees the game plan against the Ohio State offense.
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Saturday's showdown between Ohio State and Texas features talented receivers Jeremiah Smith and Cam Coleman, the top two-rated receivers in the 2027 NFL Draft class.

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