Angelo Smith Heads to Ohio State to Team Up with His Brother Jeremiah

Man, what a cool story – Angelo Smith, the younger brother of Ohio State star wideout Jeremiah Smith, just committed to the Buckeyes for the class of 2027. He's a safety out of the same high school in Florida, and it's awesome to see him following in his bro's footsteps. Announced it on a Sunday evening, and yeah, it's another big get for Coach Ryan Day and the crew in Columbus.

Brothers United in Buckeye Land

Angelo's a 5-10, 165-pound kid from Chaminade-Madonna in Hollywood, Florida – the same spot that cranked out Jeremiah. That school's turning into a real feeder for OSU talent. As a sophomore, Angelo put up solid stats: 40 tackles, 11 pass breakups, and three picks. Not bad at all for a guy who's still growing into his role. Honestly, this feels like a no-brainer with the family angle. Jeremiah was a beast coming out of high school – one of the top recruits since ESPN started ranking in 2006. He hit the ground running as a freshman in 2024, smashing records with 76 catches, 1,315 yards, and 15 TDs, helping OSU snag that national title. Now in his sophomore year here in 2025, he's already got 20 grabs for 315 yards and three scores in just three games. Kid's a stud. I bet Angelo's pumped to play with his brother for at least a bit before Jeremiah probably bolts to the pros. No direct quotes from them yet, but you can just picture the family vibes pushing this decision.

How the Recruiting Shook Out

Angelo's a three-star safety with offers from places like Miami, Oklahoma State, Georgia State, and Toledo. He's got that versatility – could stick at safety or slide around the secondary. Scouts say he's got great instincts and speed, and with some coaching from Matt Patricia, he could turn into something special. He's the third commit for OSU's 2027 class, joining studs like five-star WR Jamier Brown (No. 2 in ESPN's Junior 300) and QB Brady Edmunds (second-best pocket passer). The Buckeyes are rolling early, and their 2026 class is already stacked with 13 ESPN 300 guys, sitting at No. 9 nationally. Under Ryan Day, Ohio State's recruiting is on fire, pulling in top kids from everywhere. They're No. 1 in the AP poll right now, coming off a bye and gearing up for Washington in Week 5 – that kind of success just draws in more talent like the Smiths.

What's Next: A Smith Family Takeover?

This commitment's all about family, growth, and chasing rings. Jeremiah's killing it, and Angelo gets to learn from him up close – could be the start of a new Smith dynasty in Columbus. As the 2027 class fills out, watch for more big names. For now, Buckeye fans are stoked about another Smith joining the squad. Go Bucks!