4x NBA champ LeBron James pushes for 5-star WR's commitment to Ohio State - "Can’t wait to see him in Scarlet & Gray"

LeBron James is hyped up for Ohio State commitment Jeremiah Smith to start his college career. The wide receiver from Florida has garnered a lot of attention in the college football world – including one of the biggest names in sports.

The basketball legend seems excited about Smith, from Chaminade-Madonna Preparatory School, who is touted as the best high school prospect of his class, at his position and overall.

Ohio State's resolve to hold on to its recruit is being tested by some schools. The five-star prospect, who is also a Florida state champion in the 110- and 400-meter hurdles, is still sought after and has visited several schools despite already declaring to play in Scarlet and Gray.

But James, who is from Ohio and is an avid football fan, has him locked into the team of his choice.

Here is what four-time NBA champion LeBron James said about Jeremiah Smith’s upcoming college football career.

“Can't wait to see him in Scarlet & Gray,” James wrote on X, sharing the post about Smith’s rising stock.

Ohio State commit Jeremiah Smith gets FSU interest

The Florida State Seminoles are pursuing Ohio State commit Jeremiah Smith, even though he declared his intentions to wear Scarlet and Gray in December 2022. The wide receiver visited the FSU program recently, and according to recruitment expert Chad Simmons, the Buckeyes are now on the defensive regarding the recruit.

Simmons also revealed that Smith is due back at FSU in December for an official visit. And the Buckeyes are genuinely worried about their recruit and his chances of flipping when the signing period arrives.

Will LeBron James get his wish to see the five-star wide receiver play for Ohio State when he starts his journey in the college football world?