Look, I’m not saying you need to hand out a financial contract on the first date. But Jeremiah’s take is a reminder: your worth isn’t tied to your wallet. Whether you’re a college athlete or a barista, you deserve a partner who adds to your life, not subtracts from it.
And before you say, “But he’s rich, he can afford it”—that’s exactly the problem. The expectation that wealthy people should just bankroll others is how resentment builds. He’s protecting his future, and his future relationship.
Jeremiah Smith Announces Decision On His Future At Ohio State - The Spun
Plus, let’s be real: if he ends up with someone who’s also grinding—like a lawyer, a doctor, or another athlete—that power couple energy is unstoppable. I’m already rooting for them, whoever they are.
The Final (Slightly Ironic) Takeaway
So, Jeremiah Smith: Ohio State’s secret-keeping, boundary-setting, future-proofing wide receiver. We don’t know your girlfriend’s name, but we know she better have a job—or at least a solid business plan.
And if she’s out there reading this? Girl, get your hustle on. He’s not joking. But honestly, if you’re with a guy who thinks this clearly about partnership, you’ve already won half the battle.
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m going to go text my own partner. Not to ask for money—but to say thanks for not treating me like one. Respect to Jeremiah for keeping it 100.
