Ohio State · Wide Receiver
Consensus WR1 • Projected Top-3 NFL Draft Pick • 2027 Eligible
HEIGHT
6′3″
WEIGHT
223 lbs
AGE
20.5
CLASS
Junior
CONSENSUS
WR1
Living dossier
AUG 12, 2026
NewsOhio State’s offensive coordinator says the passing game will be built to maximize Smith’s rare boundary skill set.
Why it matters
A larger offensive share creates a clearer path to elite production and strengthens his case to remain the top receiver in the 2027 class.
Source · Eleven Warriors
AUG 03, 2026
Film12 targets · 8 receptions · 126 yards · 2 touchdowns. New charted film is available in the vault.
Why it matters
High-end production against premier competition supports Smith’s translatable NFL profile and lowers projection risk.
Source · Dossier Film Room
JUL 28, 2026
RankingSmith climbs two spots after a dominant summer. He now holds the top consensus position among all college receivers.
Why it matters
Reaching WR1 this early signals strong market conviction and gives managers a premium trade window before he enters the NFL.
Source · Dynasty Composite
APR 19, 2026
ScoutingScouts note sharper footwork against press and more varied stems without sacrificing vertical explosiveness.
Why it matters
Improvement against press coverage addresses one of the few remaining questions in an otherwise elite receiving profile.
Source · The Athletic
MAR 22, 2026
HealthReturned to team drills with no visible limitations. No change to long-term availability outlook.
Why it matters
A quick return without restrictions preserves his development timeline and removes a potential short-term value concern.
Source · Team Report
Visual evidence
LATEST8 REC · 126 YDS · 2 TD
AUG 30, 2025
ALL-227 REC · 104 YDS · 1 TD
OCT 11, 2025
CHARTED9 REC · 142 YDS · 2 TD
DEC 06, 2025
Production profile
| Season | Games | Rec | Yards | Avg | TD | Y/G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15 | 88 | 1,315 | 14.9 | 15 | 87.7 |
| 2024 | 16 | 76 | 1,315 | 17.3 | 15 | 82.2 |
TARGET SHARE
31.2%
YPRR
3.48
DROP RATE
2.1%
CONTESTED
68%
Market position
Composite updated August 12 from 14 trusted dynasty and draft sources.
NFL outlook
| Date | Projected pick | Expected range | Movement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2026 | 1.02 | Top 3 | — |
| May 2026 | 1.03 | Top 5 | ▲ 1 |
| Jan 2026 | 1.04 | Top 8 | ▲ 1 |
| Aug 2025 | 1.05 | Round 1 | ▲ 7 |
Market trajectory
| Date | Overall | Position | Movement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2026 | #4 | WR1 | ▲ 1 |
| May 2026 | #5 | WR1 | ▲ 3 |
| Jan 2026 | #8 | WR2 | ▲ 6 |
| Aug 2025 | #14 | WR3 | NEW |
Independent evaluation
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