Smith isn’t the first athlete at a Nike school to ink such a deal — women’s basketball star Hailey Van Lith did so while at LSU, for example — but he is likely the most notable standout to do so while actively playing at the collegiate level.

Ohio State star wide receiver Jeremiah Smith has signed an NIL deal with a surprising shoe company, according to a post on social media.

Jeremiah Smith is following up Ohio State's national title by joining the Three Stripes. The standout wide receiver is signing a Name, Image and Likeness deal with Adidas, the brand announced Wednesday.