COLUMBUS — Ohio State football’s partnership with Nike is well-documented, but one of the Buckeyes’ best players has inked a name, image and likeness deal with a top competitor.

Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith has signed with Adidas, a major move for the sportswear and footwear giant ahead of college football's 2025 season. Smith registered 76 receptions for 1,315 yards and 15 touchdowns last season as a five-star true freshman sensation for the national champions,

After taking the college football world by storm as a true freshman last season, Jeremiah Smith is cashing in on his fame with an endorsement deal from Adidas.