Ohio State vs Iowa Condensed Game | Jeremiah Smith Goes OFF | 2026

Ohio State traveled to Kinnick Stadium for a Top-15 Big Ten showdown against Iowa, and the Buckeyes delivered one of their biggest road wins of the season. No. 5 Ohio State defeated No. 14 Iowa 31-14, using explosive plays through the air, timely turnovers and a dominant performance from superstar wide receiver Jeremiah Smith to pull away from the Hawkeyes. Julian Sayin finished with 324 passing yards and 3 touchdowns, repeatedly attacking an Iowa defense that entered the game as one of the toughest units in the country. Jeremiah Smith was the difference-maker. Smith finished with 11 receptions for 206 yards and 2 touchdowns, including a 57-yard touchdown, and continued rewriting the Ohio State record book in the process. His performance helped Ohio State overcome pressure from Iowa’s defense and eventually take control of the game. Ohio State’s defense also made several huge plays, forcing turnovers and consistently putting Iowa’s offense in difficult situations. FINAL SCORE: Ohio State 31, Iowa 14 KEY PERFORMANCES: Ohio State • Julian Sayin — 324 passing yards, 3 TD • Jeremiah Smith — 11 receptions, 206 yards, 2 TD • Ja’Kobi Jackson — 72 rushing yards, TD • Ohio State improved to 2-0 in Big Ten play The Buckeyes returned to Kinnick Stadium for the first time since their shocking 2017 loss and made sure this trip ended much differently. This condensed game includes the biggest plays, touchdowns, turnovers and momentum-changing moments from Ohio State vs Iowa without all the unnecessary downtime. Subscribe to Football Junkies for more college football condensed games, Every Play player breakdowns, recruiting highlights and more throughout the season. #OhioStateFootball #IowaFootball #Buckeyes #Hawkeyes #BigTenFootball #JeremiahSmith #CollegeFootball