Heisman Race

There's always a lot of debate around who should win the Heisman Trophy. This year they talk about it a lot. It's not for the most valuable player, it's for the most outstanding. The definition of outstanding is prominent; conspicuous; striking. Here's my list:

1. Robert Griffin III - He is really fast and throws for a ton of yards. And he doesn't dink and dunk for those yards, he airs it out...probably throwing the best deep ball in the country. To me, he is the definition of an 'outstanding player'.

2. Trent Richardson - He is a beast, no doubt. If the award was for consistency he would get it.

3. Tyrann Matheiu - Pound for pound he is the best college football player in the country. He is the most outstanding player on the best team.

4. Andrew Luck - If this award was for the most valuable player, I would give it to him, close second would be RGIII.

5. Sammy Watkins - He is the most electric player in college football. He really took Clemson to the next level this year.

6. LaMichael James - He is a product of Oregon's system but he is also really good. Four 200+ yard games this season.

7. Matt Barkley - He is a really good quarterback, but no one has paid much attention since USC is on probation.

8. Kellen Moore - He is solid, and has had a great career. Boise State doesn't play many big games but he plays very well when they do.

9. Montee Ball - He is a really good running back, but no one has paid much attention because Wisconsin is boring.

10. Courtney Upshaw - To me, he's the best player on the best defense in the country.

Honorable Mentions:
- Case Keenum
- Russell Wilson
- Brandon Weeden - But I don't think he should be considered for the Heisman because of his age. I know that 18-22 years olds are capable of stopping a 28 year old and physically they are the same. But mentally they aren't. No, he didn't play football for the 5 years he was away from the game, but he was able to mature while playing baseball, settle down and he's brought that to playing quarterback in college. There's nothing wrong with that, but I don't think he should be considered for a postseason award.


JB