Jaxon Smith-Njigba: The Rose Bowl Supernova While Ohio State is known as "WRU," Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s 2021 season (and specifically his performance on January 1, 2022) stands alone. With future NFL stars Chris Olave and Garrett Wilson opting out of the Rose Bowl, the world wondered if C.J. Stroud would have anyone to throw to. JSN didn't just step up; he turned the Pasadena turf into his own personal highlight reel. In a game where the Buckeyes trailed Utah for nearly three quarters, JSN was unstoppable. He operated out of the slot with a level of precision that defensive backs simply couldn't track. By the time the clock hit zero, he had amassed 347 receiving yards, setting the all-time record for any bowl game in FBS history. It was a "Where were you?" moment that cemented his legacy as a Buckeye immortal before injuries cut his 2022 campaign short. Fast forward to February 2026, and that same legendary vision helped him lead the NFL in receiving yards and capture Super Bowl LX with...