Ohio State head coach Ryan Day had a hilarious moment with Jeremiah Smith this past weekend. No, not that Jeremiah Smith . During a press conference ahead of the Cotton Bowl, a moderator introduced a reporter with the same name as the Buckeyes’ standout freshman wide receiver.
As soon as Day heard his name, he couldn’t help but smile. The reporter ignored the elephant in the room and asked Day how the team will capitalize on quarterback Will Howard ‘s growing confidence. Day’s answer was perfect.
“We just keep throwing it to you.”
With a chuckle, the reporter acknowledged the unlikely coincidence.
“I know. It’s great,” he said. “I’ve reminded my family many times how amazing the name is week in and week out.”
As long as Howard is targeting the Jeremiah Smith on the field, he should be just fine. Smith exploded in Ohio State’s 41-21 win over Oregon in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal, hauling in seven receptions for a game-high 187 yards and two touchdowns.