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RGIII ranks his top 5 Heisman contenders after Week 1

UGA star quarterback Carson Beck makes the cut for Robert Griffin III’s top Heisman contender rankings, but misses his top 4

Former Heisman winner and Baylor football legend Robert Griffin III has ranked his top five Heisman contenders ahead of Week 2. Griffin III also played with Baltimore Ravens in the NFL and is a former ESPN football analyst.

Week 1 featured several notable games the Georgia Bulldogs dominated the Clemson Tigers in Atlanta. The Notre Dame Fighting Irish went on the road and picked up an impressive win against the Texas A&M Aggies. The USC Trojans defeated the LSU Tigers at a neutral site in their first game as a member of the Big Ten.

Who are Robert Griffin III’s top Heisman contenders? Where does he rank Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Carson Beck?

5. Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Carson Beck

Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Carson Beck was efficient and effective in Georgia’s 34-3 win over Clemson. Beck faced a stronger defense than any other player on Griffin III’s list of Heisman contenders. Beck completed 23 of 33 passes for 278 yards and no interceptions.

No. 4 Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders

Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders delivered a big performance through the air in Colorado’s 31-26 win over North Dakota State. Sanders went 26 of 34 for 445 passing yards, four touchdowns and one interception.

No. 3 Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward

Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward helped the Hurricanes deliver an embarrassing 41-17 loss to the Florida Gators. Ward diced up the Gators’ defense en route to 385 passing yards, three passing touchdowns and one interception.

No. 2 Arizona Wildcats receiver Tetairoa McMillan

Arizona Wildcats wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan shredded the New Mexico Lobos defense in a historic performance in Week 1. The explosive wide receiver finished the game with 10 receptions for 304 yards and four touchdowns.

No.1 Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty

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Boise State Broncos running back Ashton Jeanty made school history in Boise State’s 56-45 win at Georgia Southern. Jeanty accumulated 20 carries for a school record 267 rushing yards and six touchdowns in the Broncos’ season opener.

Heisman Trophy Race: Texas QB Quinn Ewers has third-best odds

Quinn Ewers now trails only Caleb Williams and Michael Penix Jr.

Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers has had an exceptional start to the 2023 college football season. Continue reading “Heisman Trophy Race: Texas QB Quinn Ewers has third-best odds”

Can Texas QB Quinn Ewers put himself back in the Heisman conversation?

Taking a look at Quinn Ewers’ chance to win the Heisman.

According to BetMGM, Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers has the third-best odds to win the Heisman.

Before Texas’ win in Tuscaloosa this season, three of the past five quarterbacks who have beaten Alabama in their home stadium have gone on to win the Heisman Trophy. Those are pretty good odds for Ewers, but he still has a long way to go in order to be in New York on Dec. 10 for the awards eremony.

The current frontrunners for the Heisman are quarterbacks Caleb Williams, Michael Penix, and Shedeur Sanders. Bettors obviously think Ewers has what it takes to elevate himself to that level of play, it is just up to him to actually do it.

Ewers isn’t filling the stat sheet after every game, but he is efficient enough to win games. In order to be considered for the Heisman Trophy, Ewers cannot play down to the opponent and lose games that should be won. Ewers has done that through four weeks so far, and it has to be a priority down the stretch.

He has yet to throw any interceptions this season, which is a significant factor in the Heisman voting. Turnovers can hurt a player’s chances, so it’s great to see that Ewers has been incredibly careful with the football. It’s worth noting that the last quarterback to win the Heisman with double-digit interceptions was Jameis Winston back in 2013.

Ewers has an opportunity to win the most prestigious college award, but in order to do so he must keep his head down, lead the Longhorns to victory, continue to avoid turnovers, and fill the stat sheet. Obviously, the most important goal is to win, and that’s what Ewers will be focused on. Ewers and the No. 3 Texas Longhorns take on the No. 24 Kansas Jayhawks on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. CT.

Texas QB Quinn Ewers projected to be a Heisman finalist

PFF believes Quinn Ewers has a shot to be a Heisman finalist this season.

The Heisman Trophy is an award that outside of a few anomalies is typically hoisted by a quarterback. Continue reading “Texas QB Quinn Ewers projected to be a Heisman finalist”

ESPN names Jayden Daniels a 2023 Heisman contender

There are high expectations for Daniels, should he return to school.

LSU quarterback [autotag]Jayden Daniels[/autotag] has yet to announce his 2023 plans. The transfer from Arizona State could come back to Baton Rouge for another year or head off to the NFL.

If Daniels does come back, there will be high expectations. ESPN released its list of early Heisman contenders, and Daniels made the cut.

“In his first year at a new school, battling a few injuries and learning a completely new system, all the Arizona State transfer did was throw for 2,774 yards and 16 touchdowns, rush for 818 and 11 more scores and lead LSU to an upset of Alabama and an SEC West title,” ESPN’s Bill Connelly wrote.

Daniels has his critics, but the reasoning there holds up.

Playing quarterback at any big program provides a natural spotlight and the tough SEC schedule only increases those spotlight moments. Daniels’ dual-threat ability allows him to be a highlight-maker as well.

LSU should return its most talented pass catchers [autotag]Kayshon Boutte[/autotag] and [autotag]Malik Nabers[/autotag]. Tight end [autotag]Mason Taylor[/autotag] looked to be turning into one of Daniels’ favorite targets and he will take a step forward along with other talents like [autotag]Brian Thomas Jr.[/autotag]

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College Football Expert Picks, Predictions: Heisman Trophy. Predicted Finish, Top 3 Choices

Heisman Prediction: Who will win the 2020 trophy, and what would the picks be from each of the CFN college football experts?

2020 Heisman Prediction: Who will win the trophy and what would the picks be from each of the CFN college football experts?

Heisman Prediction: Who Will Win and What Would Your Vote Be?

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Tuesday, January 5

HEISMAN FINALISTS

QB Mac Jones, Alabama

QB Trevor Lawrence, Clemson

WR DeVonta Smith, Alabama

QB Kyle Trask, Florida

Gill Alexander: @beatingthebook, VSIN
Bowl Picks: SU 13-12, ATS 10-15

TOP 3 WILL BE
1. Mac Jones
2. DeVonta Smith
3. Kyle Trask

MY VOTE WOULD BE
1. Mac Jones
2. Najee Harris
3. Kyle Trask

Patrick Conn:@PatSportsGuy, LonghornsWire.com
Bowl Picks: SU 11-14, ATS 13-12

TOP 3 WILL BE
1. Mac Jones
2. DeVonta Smith
3. Trevor Lawrence

MY VOTE WOULD BE
1. DeVonta Smith
2. Mac Jones
3. Trevor Lawrence

Jeff Feyerer: @JeffFeyerer, FightingIrishWire.com
Bowl Picks: SU 15-10, ATS 13-12

TOP 3 WILL BE
1. Mac Jones
2. DeVonta Smith
3. Kyle Trask

MY VOTE WOULD BE
1. DeVonta Smith
2. Najee Harris
3. Kyle Trask

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Pete Fiutak: @PeteFiutak, CFN
Bowl Picks: SU 18-7, ATS 13-12

TOP 3 WILL BE
1. DeVonta Smith
2. Mac Jones
3. Kyle Trask
(NOTE: I’m a Heisman voter. This is my prediction and not necessarily my order)

MY VOTE WOULD BE
Coming after the announcement … not allowed to discuss my Heisman vote under penalty of being benched for Nate Sudfeld.

Phil Harrison: @PhilHarrisonBW, BuckeyesWire.com
Bowl Picks: SU 13-12, ATS 8-17

TOP 3 WILL BE
1. Mac Jones
2. DeVonta Smith
3. Trevor Lawrence

MY VOTE WOULD BE
1. Kyle Trask
2. DeVonta Smith
3. Trevor Lawrence

Jeremy Mauss: @MWCWire, MWwire.com
Bowl Picks: SU 16-9, ATS 15-10

TOP 3 WILL BE
1. Mac Jones
2. Trevor Lawrence
3. Kyle Trask

MY VOTE WOULD BE
1. Kyle Trask
2. Mac Jones
3. DeVonta Smith

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Big Game Ben Niewoehner: CFN
Bowl Picks: SU 13-12, ATS 17-8

TOP 3 WILL BE
1. Mac Jones
2. Kyle Trask
3. DeVonta Smith

MY VOTE WOULD BE
1. Mac Jones
2. Kyle Trask
3. DeVonta Smith

Johnny Rosenstein: @JohnnyParlay11, SportsBookWire.com
Bowl Picks: SU 15-10, ATS 14-11

TOP 3 WILL BE
1. DeVonta Smith
2. Trevor Lawrence
3. Mac Jones

MY VOTE WOULD BE
1. DeVonta Smith
2. Mac Jones
3. Trevor Lawrence

Nick Shepkowski: @Shep670, FightingIrishWire.com
Bowl Picks: SU 15-10, ATS 10-15

TOP 3 WILL BE
1. DeVonta Smith
2. Trevor Lawrence
3. Kyle Trask

MY VOTE WOULD BE
1. DeVonta Smith
2. Trevor Lawrence
3. Kyle Trask

Keith Stewart: WinnersandWhiners.com
Bowl Picks: SU 13-12, ATS 13-12

TOP 3 WILL BE
1. Mac Jones
2. DeVonta Smith
3. Trevor Lawrence

MY VOTE WOULD BE
1. DeVonta Smith
2. Mac Jones
3. Trevor Lawrence

Brian Stultz: @BrianJStultz, AuburnWire.com
Bowl Picks: SU 17-8, ATS 16-9

TOP 3 WILL BE
1. DeVonta Smith
2. Mac Jones
3. Kyle Trask

MY VOTE WOULD BE
1. DeVonta Smith
2. Mac Jones
3. Kyle Trask

Clucko The Chicken (a coin flip)
Bowl Picks: SU 12-13, ATS 15-10

(put the four names in a hat and pulled them out, once for each one)

TOP 3 WILL BE
1. Kyle Trask
2. Trevor Lawrence
3. Mac Jones

MY VOTE WOULD BE
1. Mac Jones
2. DeVonta Smith
3. Kyle Trask

CONSENSUS PICK
Bowl Picks: SU 14-11, ATS 13-12

TOP 3 WILL BE
1. Mac Jones
2. DeVonta Smith
3. Trevor Lawrence

MY VOTE WOULD BE
1. DeVonta Smith
2. Mac Jones
3. Kyle Trask

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