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Jeremiah Smith is projected to be one of the top prospects selected in the 2027 NFL draft, but the Ohio State wide receiver is already earning more than some pro wide receivers. Yet, Smith could be earning a lot more money, but the star declined to enter the transfer portal this offseason despite plenty of programs attempting to poach the playmaker.
Smith’s NIL deal at Ohio State is worth $5 million, per On3. This puts Smith at No. 5 among all college athlete’s earnings, but the star could have been earning even more money.
Here’s what you need to know about Smith’s NIL deal.
Ohio State Star Jeremiah Smith Turned Down $10 Million NIL Deal to Bolt Buckeyes
Ohio State v Texas
GettyAUSTIN, TEXAS – SEPTEMBER 12: Jeremiah Smith #4 of the Ohio State Buckeyes completes a pass against Derek Williams Jr. #2 of the Texas Longhorns during the second quarter at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on September 12, 2026 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)
During the offseason, Smith confirmed the report that the wide receiver turned down a $10 million offer to enter the transfer portal.
“I always wanted to be at Ohio State,” Smith explained why he turned down more lucrative offers, per USA Today.
“It would be dumb for me to leave Ohio State and go to another team when I have the best offensive line in the country, the best quarterback in the country, the best coaches in the country.”
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