Jeremiah Smith has signed a name, image and likeness contract with Adidas, but Ohio State ’s star sophomore receiver will not be wearing the company’s shoes during games.

More: Jeremiah Smith said nothing that many Ohio State fans don't already think: Michigan sucks Adidas has also signed NIL deals with OSU commitments Chris Henry Jr. and Kayden Dixon-Wyatt.

More: Jeremiah Smith said nothing that many Ohio State fans don't already think: Michigan sucks Adidas has also signed NIL deals with OSU commitments Chris Henry Jr. and Kayden Dixon-Wyatt.

Jeremiah Smith is following up Ohio State's national title by joining the Three Stripes. The standout wide receiver is signing a Name, Image and Likeness deal with Adidas, the brand announced ...

Jeremiah Smith is an Adidas athlete. Ohio State is a Nike school and has been since 2016. Despite the clash in brands, Smith remains committed to Adidas and will represent them off the field, just ...

Adam Wells Jul 2, 2025 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.

Still, it is a talking point that Nike has a 15-year, $252 million apparell deal with Ohio State that was signed in 2018 and OSU's most notable athlete is going to be rocking Adidas.

Adidas has announced the signing of Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith. Smith, one of the biggest stars in college football, joins the growing adidas roster of student-athlete partners.

Jeremiah Smith played a crucial role in helping the Buckeyes win the national title last season. The wideout recorded 1,315 yards and 15 touchdowns on 76 receptions in his freshman year.

Jeremiah Smith’s surprise decision to sign an Adidas NIL deal, despite playing for an Ohio State program deeply tied to Nike, is more than just a headline; it’s a signal that individual ...