Smith Rests for Texas Showdown | Texas Longhorns Football News

Ohio State is primed for a high-stakes clash with Texas this Saturday, aiming to repeat last year’s playoff-altering win. After demolishing Ball State 56-0, the Buckeyes are prioritizing health—star receiver Jeremiah Smith was pulled at halftime despite a stellar first half (8 catches, 151 yards, 2 TDs). Coach Ryan Day made the call to protect Smith for the second half, and the player respected it, immediately shifting focus to beating Texas. With playoff implications on the line and a 7:30 PM ET ABC showdown looming, this game is a defining moment for both teams—and a perfect early-season test for Ohio State’s elite talent. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ca87fedd9458099e