Heisman Watch

Collin Klein (Kansas St. QB)
     2020 passing yards, 12 passing touchdowns, 3 interceptions,
     748 rushing yards, 20 rushing touchdowns, 4.9 YPC

This man is a monster dual threat collegiate quarterback. He is most equivalent in his style of play to Tim Tebow, and we all see what a success Little Baby Jesus’ NFL career has been. The only person standing in his way to win this award is himself. If Kansas State wins out they will not only be on their way to a title game, Klein will win the Heisman.

Johnny Manziel (Texas A&M QB)
     2780 passing yards, 18 passing touchdowns, 6 interceptions
     1014 rushing yards, 15 rushing touchdowns, 6.5 YPC

The Red shirt freshman is playing out of his mind, and has pulled A&M into relevance in the brutal SEC. Early losses to LSU and Florida seemed to throw A&M out of the picture in the SEC, but after a shocking upset of top ranked Alabama, the Aggies could secure a berth in a BCS bowl. Johnny football will need to keep up his ridiculous production to stay in this Heisman race.

Manti Te’o (Notre Dame LB)
     90 tackles (40 solo), 2 sacks, 6 interceptions

The story of Te’o is extremely uplifting, if you have not read about him I highly recommend it. Te’o has lead the resurgence of Notre Dame’s football program and deserves to be considered in this race despite being a defensive player. This award has recently been reserved for Quarterbacks and running backs. If Notre Dame wins out and receives help from either Oregon or K-State, credit should be given to Te’o for helping transform this program back into a respectable powerhouse.

Kenjon Barner (Oregon RB)
     1360 rushing yards, 19 rushing touchdowns, 6.8 YPC

Oregon’s offense has been among the most explosive in the nation over the past few seasons. It seems as though there is always one Oregon running back in contention for the Heisman trophy. Barner’s numbers are off the charts, however due to Manziel and Klein’s ridiculous passing and rushing numbers, he is only considered the 3^rd best offensive player in the nation.  To move up in the rankings, past Te’o, Barner has to have himself an incredible end of the season.

Braxton Miller (Ohio State QB)
     1753 passing yards, 14 passing touchdowns, 6 interceptions
     1166 rushing yards, 13 rushing touchdowns, 6.3 YPC

Incredibly athletic dual threat quarterback on an ineligible Buckeye squad. Miller has been exceptional yet again this season. As a sophomore Miller has a few more years ahead of him to become a top contender, however this season, due to Ohio State’s bowl ineligibility, Miller has taken a back seat to Klein and Manziel. His numbers are on the same level as the two other QB’s and this young man has a bright future ahead of him.