Jeremiah Smith and Malachi Toney started their seasons impressively, prompting fans to weigh in on which player is better.

A few of the Heisman Trophy's greatest contenders took centerstage on Saturday, and they acquitted themselves well in the race's very early stages.

Week 1 is filled with intrigue as a host of top teams kick things off with new coaches, new faces and high hopes.

Jeremiah Smith is expected to be the first non-QB drafted and an impact superstar when he heads to the NFL next year. The only thing Smith worries about is the present and making sure he leaves as Ohio State’s all-time leading wide receiver.

The No. 1-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes opened the 2026 college football season with a 56-3 victory over the Ball State Cardinals, powered by standout performances from returning juniors Jeremiah Smith and Julian Sayin.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — In a recent survey conducted by The Athletic, college football coaches were asked a series of questions. Among them: Who should be college football’s highest-paid player? Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith was the leading vote getter,

The SEC Nation crew describe Manning's positive growth from the start of last season to now as they discuss his potential of taking home the Heisman trophy this season.