Former Ohio State wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, the reigning NFL Offensive Player of the Year and Super Bowl champion, will ring the victory bell to kick off the 2026 Spring Game. This tradition honors notable Buckeye alumni and adds excitement to the annual event.

• 01Jaxon Smith-Njigba will ring the victory bell at the 2026 Spring Game.
• 02He had an outstanding NFL season with 199 catches for 1,793 yards and 10 touchdowns.
• 03Smith-Njigba won the Super Bowl and signed a record contract worth $168.6 million.
• 04The victory bell tradition began last year, honoring notable Buckeye alumni.
• 05Previous honorees include Archie Griffin and Urban Meyer.

Smith-Njigba's return to Ohio State for the Spring Game enhances community pride and excitement around the football program.