Ohio State Stars Jeremiah Smith, Carnell Tate: Injury Updates for Michigan Clash
Ohio State football faces uncertainty as the team prepares for its crucial matchup against Michigan. Key players Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate remain questionable for the game. Their participation could significantly impact the Buckeyes’ performance on the field.
Injury Status of Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate
Carnell Tate has not played for Ohio State since November 1, following a victory over Penn State. After the game against Penn State, he was absent during a matchup against Purdue on November 8. Coach Ryan Day stated that Tate experienced tightness during warm-ups and was held out as a precaution.
Tate was also unavailable for the games against UCLA on November 15 and Rutgers on November 22. Jeremiah Smith appeared on the injury report for the first time ahead of the UCLA game. He played against UCLA despite being listed as questionable but only participated in 22 snaps. Smith did not play against Rutgers, where he was officially declared out.
Recent Updates from Coach Ryan Day
Coach Ryan Day provided updates on Smith and Tate throughout the week leading up to the Michigan game. On November 24, he noted that both players were trending positively. However, he refrained from giving specific details regarding their status.
- November 24: Smith expressed optimism, stating he was “feeling good” and should be “good to go” for the game.
- November 25: Day reiterated the players’ commitment to making an effort to play against Michigan.
- November 26: When asked about their status, Day humorously acknowledged the uncertain situation.
- November 28: The team arrived in Ann Arbor, but Day noted he had no updates on their conditions.
Game Day Insights
As kickoff approaches, the status of Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate remains a significant question for Ohio State fans. Their absence could influence the outcome of this highly anticipated rivalry game against Michigan. Ohio State’s complete injury report will be released shortly before the game.
Stay tuned for updates as the Buckeyes finalize their lineup for this critical clash.
