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Column: In case there was any doubt, Jaxon Smith-Njigba will be Ohio State’s top offensive player next season

If any doubt remained as to whether Buckeye quarterback C.J. Stroud is the real deal, his performance in the Rose Bowl put the critics to rest. But with several key players opting out as they head to the NFL, Stroud wasn’t the only Buckeye to show up in a big way in Saturday’s phenomenal 48-45 victory over Utah.

None stepped up more than sophomore wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, whose lights-out performance will carry me through to next season.

JAXON SMITH-NJIGBA

13 Receptions
3 Touchdowns
Bowl Game Record 326 Receiving Yards #RoseBowl #OSUvsUTAH #Buckeyespic.