Ohio State University is set to face Rutgers on Saturday, but the Buckeyes will be without two key wide receivers. Carnell Tate and Jeremiah Smith are sidelined due to injuries.
Injury Updates on Ohio State Wide Receivers
Carnell Tate is missing his third consecutive game. Jeremiah Smith, who played the previous week against UCLA, suffered an injury that forced him to exit early.
Sources indicate that both players are classified as day-to-day. They might return for the following week’s significant matchup against rival Michigan.
Player Statistics
- Jeremiah Smith: Leads the Big Ten with 10 touchdown receptions.
- Ranks third nationally in touchdown catches.
- Averages 90.2 receiving yards per game (third in the conference).
- Averages 6.9 catches per game (second in the conference).
- Carnell Tate: Averages 88.9 receiving yards per game (fifth in the Big Ten).
Impact on the Team
Brandon Inniss stepped up in place of Tate during Ohio State’s last game against UCLA. He recorded six receptions for 30 yards in their dominating 48-10 victory.
Rutgers’ Challenge
The Scarlet Knights, currently with a 5-5 record, will be looking to secure a win against Ohio State. This will be their eleventh attempt to defeat the Buckeyes since joining the Big Ten in 2014.
Ohio State’s performance will be critical as they navigate these injuries, especially with important games approaching. Fans remain hopeful for the return of both Tate and Smith in the near future.
