Ohio State's Local Edge Rusher Phenom Poised for Buckeye Breakout
Stewart Smith, a 6-3, 230-pound edge rusher from Columbus, OH, committed to Ohio State Buckeyes as a top local talent, bringing explosive athleticism showcased in his Hudl highlights and Gatorade Player of the Year honors from high school. Listed as a linebacker on ESPN, his differentiator is raw power and speed off the edge, ideal for Ryan Day's aggressive defense—perfect fit for teams needing versatile, high-motor pass rushers with no known injury history and hometown intensity to fuel Big Ten dominance.
