Jeremiah Smith Ties Single-Game Record with Four Touchdowns in Ohio State Victory
Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith tied a single-game record with four touchdown catches in the Buckeyes' 42-19 victory over Illinois at Ohio Stadium in Columbus.
Dayton, OH, September 26, 2026 —
Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith achieved a significant milestone on Saturday, tying a single-game record for touchdown receptions. Smith hauled in four touchdown passes during the Buckeyes’ decisive 42-19 victory against the Illinois Fighting Illini.
The record-tying performance occurred at Ohio Stadium, the home venue for the Ohio State Buckeyes, located in Columbus. The Buckeyes secured a substantial win over their conference opponent, Illinois, with the final score reflecting their dominance on the field.
Smith’s four touchdown catches mark an impressive achievement, placing him in elite company among players who have reached this benchmark in a single game. The specific details regarding which single-game record was tied, or if this is an all-time, conference, or team record, were not provided in the summary. Furthermore, information about the history of this record or other players who have achieved it is also not available from the provided summary.
The victory itself saw Ohio State score 42 points, while Illinois managed 19. The game took place at Ohio Stadium in Columbus. Additional game statistics, player performances beyond Smith’s touchdowns, or any post-game commentary from coaches or players were not detailed in the summary. The summary does not include information about the contractor, permit status, inspection outcomes, code violations, or fine amounts, as these are not relevant to the reported football game event. The trend summary provided focuses solely on Jeremiah Smith’s record-tying performance and the game’s outcome.
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