Tag: Heisman trophy

Jayden Daniels says he’d be ‘blessed’ to play for the Commanders

Jayden Daniels addresses if he wants to play for the Commanders.

Will LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels be the next quarterback for the Washington Commanders? In less than 24 hours, Washington goes on the clock at No. 2 overall after the Chicago Bears presumably select USC quarterback Caleb Williams at No. 1 overall.

The Commanders will choose between Daniels, Drake Maye (North Carolina), or J.J. McCarthy (Michigan).

The key question is whether Daniels wants to play for Washington?

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On Wednesday, one day before the 2024 NFL draft begins, Daniels was at an NFL draft event in Detroit and was asked if he wanted to play for the Commanders.

“I’m blessed to go wherever I’m called,” Daniels said via Sam Fortier of The Washington Post. “Whoever calls my phone, (when the) commissioner gets up and says my name, I’ll be blessed, and they’re going to get my all.”

Daniels was then asked a follow-up question:

“To clarify, would you be OK being drafted by Washington?”

His response: “Yeah. 100 percent.”

The potential issues came from Daniels’ agent liking a pair of tweets criticizing Washington scheduling a group top-30 visit with four quarterbacks.

The Commanders and Daniels’ camp quickly smoothed things over, but the rumors persisted that the Heisman Trophy winner preferred to play elsewhere.

Daniels may have other preferred destinations, but that’s the case every year. Daniels doesn’t have a say in where he will play. When — if — the Commanders select him, this entire debate of whether he wants to be in Washington or not will be over.

 

 

Reggie Bush Heisman Trophy is a matter of justice for him and USC

It was almost 5,000 days, but Reggie Bush got his Heisman back. It’s a win over the NCAA for Bush and USC.

It’s been over 13 years since Reggie Bush returned his Heisman Trophy to the Heisman Trust on September 14, 2010. The move stemmed from pressure placed on him by dubious findings in an NCAA report. As recently as 2021, the Heisman Trust upheld its decision in the face of overwhelming public and legal opinion. However, on Wednesday, justice was finally served for Bush and USC, reversing one of the draconian sanctions levied against Bush from a botched and materially erroneous investigation constructed by the NCAA.

The Heisman Trust finally reversed its stance on Reggie Bush’s eligibility to receive its prestigious award. A statement was made by the president of the Heisman Trust, Michael Comerford.

“We are thrilled to welcome Reggie Bush back to the Heisman family in recognition of his collegiate accomplishments,” Comerford said. “We considered the enormous changes in college athletics over the last several years in deciding that now is the right time to reinstate the Trophy for Reggie. We are so happy to welcome him back.”

It’s better late than never, and far from the apology that should have been made, but it serves its purpose.

“I am grateful to once again be recognized as the recipient of the Heisman Trophy,” Bush victoriously announced. “This reinstatement is not only a personal victory, but also a validation of the tireless efforts of my supporters and advocates who have stood by me throughout this arduous journey.”

Bush also made sure to reiterate his long stance that allegations made by the NCAA were unsubstantiated and erroneous. “I want to make it abundantly clear that I have always acted with integrity and in accordance with the rules and regulations set forth by the NCAA,” clarified Bush. “The allegations brought against me were unfounded and unsupported by evidence, and I am grateful that the truth is finally prevailing.”

Back in July of 2021, the rules of amateurism in college football were being rapidly rewritten due to a scathing opinion written by members of the United States Supreme Court in NCAA v Alston. The NCAA was not happy, but the larger climate in and around college sports had changed.

“Although college athletes can now receive benefits from their names, images and likenesses through activities like endorsements and appearances, NCAA rules still do not permit pay-for-play type arrangements,” an NCAA spokesperson said. “The NCAA infractions process exists to promote fairness in college sports. The rules that govern fair play are voted on, agreed to and expected to be upheld by all NCAA member schools.”

It was 4,970 days since Bush returned his award back to the Heisman Trust, but justice has finally been served and the award is back where it belongs.

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Ex-Lions RB Reggie Bush is getting his Heisman Trophy back

Ex-Lions RB Reggie Bush is getting his Heisman Trophy back years after it was vacated for USC’s sanctions

Reggie Bush won the Heisman Trophy in 2005 as college football’s best player. His electrifying performance as USC’s playmaking running back stands the test of time as one of the most dynamic and exciting seasons in college football history.

Bush, who played for the Lions in 2013-2014, subsequently had his college awards and records vacated due to scandals around the USC football program. However, the Heisman Trust is set to give Bush his rightfully earned award back, per Pete Thamel of ESPN.

Bush came to Detroit near the end of his NFL career and topped 1,000 rushing yards in 2013. His 1,512 yards from scrimmage (rushing and receiving) was the best in his 11-year career.

“Personally, I’m thrilled to reunite with my fellow Heisman winners and be a part of the storied legacy of the Heisman Trophy, and I’m honored to return to the Heisman family,” Bush said in a statement via ESPN. “I also look forward to working together with the Heisman Trust to advance the values and mission of the organization.”

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Reggie Bush is finally getting his Heisman Trophy back and fans are so thrilled

Reggie Bush earned that trophy and college football fans are happy he he will have it back.

Former USC Trojans running back Reggie Bush will soon reunite with the Heisman Trophy that is deservedly his own.

Over a decade ago, in 2010, Bush forfeited the trophy that he earned in 2005 due to receiving “improper benefits” while at USC. But now after spending far too long away from the award he worked so hard to receive, the Heisman Trust informed Bush that he will receive it back on Wednesday.

The Heisman Trust cited “enormous changes” in college football that went into the decision, per ESPN. This is something fans have wanted for years, but especially after new NIL policies became rampant in the NCAA.

RELATED: Reggie Bush shared a wild story about how his Heisman Trophy scandal cost him being the No. 1 pick

Bush was excited when he heard the news (via ESPN):

“Personally, I’m thrilled to reunite with my fellow Heisman winners and be a part of the storied legacy of the Heisman Trophy, and I’m honored to return to the Heisman family. I also look forward to working together with the Heisman Trust to advance the values and mission of the organization.”

He wasn’t the only one thrilled about the decision from the Heisman Trust, though.

Fans were so happy for Reggie Bush

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ESPN: Reggie Bush will be getting his Heisman Trophy back

It’s about time. ESPN reports that former Saints running back Reggie Bush will have the Heisman Trophy he won at USC returned to him:

It’s about time: ESPN’s Pete Thamel reports that the Heisman Trust will return Reggie Bush’s Heisman Trophy. The former New Orleans Saints running back won that trophy in 2005 after an outstanding three-year run with the USC Trojans, but was forced to forfeit it in 2010 after an NCAA investigation slammed the school for improper recruiting violations.

Thamel adds that an announcement from the Heisman Trust is coming on Wednesday, in which this unprecedented “reinstatement” of Bush’s trophy will be chalked up to “enormous changes in the college football landscape.” Name, image, and likeness (NIL) legislation has allowed today’s student-athletes to enjoy many of the benefits that Bush was blacklisted for, none of which had anything to do with his achievements on the football field in the first place.

Bush will receive the trophy he gave up, while USC will be given a replica to display on campus. He will receive all of the benefits that other Heisman Trophy winners enjoy like participation in future awards ceremonies and a ballot to vote on the winner each year. Maybe he’ll get a spot in the Heisman House commercial ad campaign, too.

He’s walked a difficult road to get here. Bush was cleared to return to USC’s campus after a decade of disassociation ended in 2020, and he’s since taken legal action to try and have his Heisman Trophy returned to him. College football superfans have bought billboards and other Heisman Trophy winners like Johnny Manziel have added their voices to the chorus calling for the Heisman Trust to reverse course. And all those efforts were not in vain. Now, Bush will finally have his place in college football history.

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Jayden Daniels reportedly believed Commanders visit was a one on one

Jayden Daniels believed his meeting with Washington would be a one-on-one visit.

It’s been a wild week regarding LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders. The 2023 Heisman Trophy winner was believed to be the leading contender for Washington to select at No. 2 overall. Therefore, it made sense why the Commanders would schedule their top-30 visit with Daniels the week before the 2024 NFL draft.

The only problem was that Washington also scheduled visits with North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye, Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy, and Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr.

Those visits weren’t solo visits, either. Instead, Commanders general manager Adam Peters scheduled an outing at Top Golf for the four quarterbacks.

That didn’t sit well with Daniels’ agent, who liked a pair of tweets on X seemingly knocking the Commanders for scheduling a group visit for the four quarterbacks.

On Friday’s episode of “Get Up” on ESPN, ESPN’s Adam Schefter said Daniels believed his meeting with Washington would be a one-on-one visit.

What does this all mean?

Ultimately, it means nothing as the Commanders control the situation. If they want Daniels, they will select him. If not, they’ll choose Maye or McCarthy. There’s nothing wrong with Daniels thinking it would be a solo visit; the issue comes from his agent’s unprofessional actions, making this a much bigger deal than it actually was.

If Washington planned to take Daniels No. 2, nothing that occurred this week will change anything.

Daniels’ agent did him no favors this week, though, creating a bunch of unnecessary noise before the biggest week of his life.

 

 

 

Minnesota Vikings schedule private workout with Jayden Daniels

The Vikings interest in this quarterback class has been quiet but that changed on Thursday when they scheduled a visit with Jayden Daniels.

The Minnesota Vikings have had workouts and visits with several prospects during this process. To date, however, they had not had any workouts with quarterbacks from the 2024 class. Ian Rapoport of NFL Media is reporting that has changed.

The Minnesota Vikings will be holding a private workout for LSU quarterback and 2023 Heisman Trophy winner Jayden Daniels.

The workout comes on the heels of Daniels visiting both the Washington Commanders and New York Giants. Both teams have selections ahead of the Vikings in the 2024 NFL Draft which could make things complicated. The Heisman Trophy winner is expected to be drafted as high as number two to the Commanders,

The workout from the Vikings perspective serves as two-fold. One being that the team is starting to make it publicly known they are in on this quarterback class. Two, it could be something that the New England Patriots used to do. They would bring in passers even if they knew they couldn’t get the quarterback they were able to scout him in a way that helped them prepare for him.

The 2024 NFL Draft is two weeks away, a lot left to unfold.

Should USC Heisman Trophy winners follow Johnny Manziel’s lead in defense of Reggie Bush?

This is a great question, is it not? What would it mean if Carson Palmer refused to attend the Heisman ceremony in solidarity with Reggie Bush?

The words of Johnny Manziel, a former Heisman Trophy winner, created a stir in the USC football community over the weekend. Trojan fans greatly respected and appreciated what Manziel, the 2012 Heisman winner, said about Reggie Bush and the Heisman Trophy ceremony.

Manziel said he would remove himself from the Heisman ceremony until Bush gets his 2005 Heisman Trophy back.

Aggies Wire had more details on the story:

If you’re like me or many others in Aggieland, you woke up Saturday morning to a bold proclamation posted to X by legendary Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel.

Manziel, who was the first freshman in history to win the Heisman Trophy in 2012, will be stepping away from the annual ceremony. Manziel is taking an indefinite absence until former USC running back Reggie Bush reclaims the award he won in 2005, which he voluntarily forfeited in 2010 amid NCAA investigations.

USC lost it’s all time leading rusher and Heisman winner, Charles White last year, but it will be interesting to see if the six remaining Heisman winners — Mike Garrett, O.J. Simpson, Marcus Allen, Carson Palmer, Matt Leinart and Caleb Williams — will make a similar statement in defense of Reggie Bush. It’s understandable that USC Heisman winners might feel their position on the matter won’t carry weight with the outside world, but it is still worth wondering how much value such a public statement might contain… if someone from USC’s glorious past chooses to take such a stand.

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Texas A&M legend Johnny Manziel elaborates on choice to step away from Heisman Trophy ceremony

“You can back a brinks truck up to my house and I still will not attend the ceremony or do ANYTHING involved until Reggie’s trophy is back.”

After announcing early on Saturday morning that he was removing himself from the Heisman Trophy ceremony in support of former USC running back Reggie Bush, Texas A&M legend Johnny Manziel elaborated on his decision on social media this weekend.

“You can back a Brinks truck up to my house and I still will not attend the ceremony or do ANYTHING involved until Reggie’s trophy is back where it rightfully belongs,” Manziel proclaimed via X. “This is about doing what’s right for everyone involved. Reggie’s play on the field inspired me to be the football player that I am.

“To the Heisman Trust, I hope you understand my position. You know that I have nothing but love and respect for that trophy and the people associated with it. It changed my life for the better, forever, and I will be eternally grateful for that until my last day on this earth. The bond and the brotherhood mean more than anything else. That’s truly what makes the fraternity so special.”

X user Dylan Powell (@PowellAnalytics) replied to Manziel‘s initial tweet and sarcastically said, “Should probably change that profile pic then too Johnny.”

“You never change something that’s rooted in your soul,” Manziel stated. “That Heisman means more to me than anything in this world.”

In the era of NIL, Manziel pointed out how much money former USC and LSU quarterbacks, Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels, respectively made in 2023.

“The last two Heisman Trophy winners made a combined 12 million last year, but Reggie can’t get his trophy back?” Manziel pondered.

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Where Wisconsin QB Tyler Van Dyke falls on Fanduel’s 2024 Heisman Trophy odds

What’s your expectation for Wisconsin QB Tyler Van Dyke this season?

Wisconsin enters the 2024 football season needing a big year from transfer quarterback Tyler Van Dyke.

Van Dyke moves to Wisconsin after having spent the first four years of his career at Miami, amassing 7,469 total passing yards 54 touchdowns and 23 interceptions. The veteran’s best season came as a freshman in 2021, when he threw for 2,931 yards and a 25-6 touchdown-to-interception ratio.

Related: Wisconsin football’s biggest questions entering spring practice

For Luke Fickell’s team to have a resurgent year after 2023’s 7-6 campaign, Van Dyke will need to recapture his 2021 form for a full 12-game schedule.

Looking ahead to the season, we’ve already ranked all 18 programs in the Big Ten, ranked the 18 starting quarterbacks, ranked all 18 head coaches, predicted each Big Ten team’s 2024 record, looked at the early College Football Playoff tiers, made bold predictions for the season and checked in on the Las Vegas win totals for each team in the conference.

Now, here’s where Wisconsin quarterback Tyler Van Dyke falls on Fanduel’s 2024 Heisman Trophy odds list:

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