In a moment that will be remembered for generations in Corvallis, Oregon State University has officially landed the No. 1 football recruiting class in the nation—a first in the school’s history. And at the heart of this historic surge is none other than five-star wide receiver Jeremiah Smith, whose decision to commit to the Beavers sent shockwaves across the college football landscape.
Long courted by blue-blood programs like Alabama, Ohio State, and Georgia, Smith stunned the nation when he chose Oregon State as his home. For Smith, however, the decision wasn’t about following the traditional path—it was about making his own.
“Oregon State believed in me before anyone else did,” Smith said at his signing day event. “I saw a vision here. I saw a future. And I wanted to be the spark that helped light that fire.”
Smith, a 6-foot-3, 200-pound explosive talent out of Florida, is widely regarded as one of the most dynamic wide receivers in recent memory. His senior season stats are jaw-dropping: over 1,800 receiving yards, 22 touchdowns, and countless highlight-reel plays. But beyond the numbers, it’s his passion, leadership, and work ethic that have turned him into the face of Oregon State’s recruiting renaissance.
From the moment he gave his verbal commitment, Smith became the engine behind the Beavers’ record-breaking class. He actively recruited fellow top prospects, spoke at team events, and helped energize the fan base with his constant show of support for the program.
“He’s been like another coach for us,” said head coach Trent Bray. “Jeremiah’s love for the game, for his teammates, and for Oregon State is absolutely contagious. This class came together because of his leadership.”
The 2025 class is stacked with elite talent on both sides of the ball—blue-chip offensive linemen, defensive stars, and a four-star quarterback—all drawn to Corvallis by the promise of something different, something special.
And Smith’s message to Beaver Nation?
“This isn’t just about being No. 1 in recruiting,” he said. “This is about building a legacy. I came here to change the game—and we’re just getting started.”