Ohio State Buckeyes fans already know they're watching something special in wide receiver Jeremiah Smith. As the star pass-catcher prepares for his third season in Columbus, the buzz around his NFL future is reaching a fever pitch—and one prominent draft analyst isn't holding back on the hype.

NFL Draft analyst Todd McShay, who has been tracking Smith's development since he first stepped on campus, is making a bold prediction that has Buckeyes fans and NFL scouts alike taking notice. McShay recently compared Smith's game to legendary Detroit Lions wideout Calvin Johnson—and then went even further.

"I literally think he can be the best wide receiver of all time," McShay said on his podcast, "The McShay Show." "He could be the best wide receiver in the history of the National Football League. I want you to think about that. I'm fired up, and now he has a quarterback in his second year."

That quarterback is Julian Sayin, who took over for Will Howard last season and guided the Buckeyes to the College Football Playoff. Although Ohio State fell to the Miami Hurricanes in the Cotton Bowl, ending their hopes for a national title repeat, the Smith-Sayin connection is poised for a breakout year in 2026.

McShay isn't just talking about a top-5 pick—he's floating the possibility of Smith being the No. 1 overall selection next spring. "Now, all of the coverage in the whole world is going to be all over him," McShay added. "But he'll get his spots, and I can't wait to see him in the league."

For Ohio State, losing a gem like Smith is inevitable, but the silver lining is clear: his NFL journey could be historic. If McShay's prediction holds true, Smith will join an elite class of all-time greats—and fans will be watching every step of the way.

Whether you're gearing up for game day or looking ahead to draft day, one thing is certain: Jeremiah Smith's star is only rising.