As the 2024 college football season kicks off,
the Heisman Trophy race promises to be one of the most competitive in recent memory. With a new slate of talent emerging,
here are the top ten contenders
expected to dominate the conversation:
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- Jalen Milroe, QB, Alabama:
- Milroe is the early favorite for the Heisman. Despite a rocky start in 2023, he ended the season strong, leading Alabama to an SEC Championship. His dual-threat capability—2,718 passing yards with 23 touchdowns and an
- additional 468 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns—makes him a nightmare for defenses. With another year under his belt,
- Milroe is set
- to put up even Heisman
- bigger numbers in 2024, especially if
Alabama strengthens its receiving corps
- Quinn Ewers, QB, Texas: Ewers is another quarterback who could make a significant impact. After leading Texas to a Big 12 Championship,
- he completed 70% of his passes for 3,173 yards, 21 touchdowns, and just six interceptions in 2023.
- If he can guide Texas deep into the playoffs, his
- Heisman stock will soar, particularly with Texas as a national title contender【6†source】.
- Dillon Gabriel, QB, Oregon: Gabriel transferred to Oregon for the 2024 season, looking to continue his impressive college career. He has consistently thrown for over 3,100 yards and 30 touchdowns each season. Heisman Now under the guidance of offensive coordinator Will Stein,
- Gabriel is expected to thrive in an explosive Ducks offense that could propel him into Heisman contention.Carson Beck, QB, Georgia: Beck had a solid 2023 season, throwing for 3,500 yards with 22 touchdowns and six interceptions. Returning for another year at Georgia, he will lead a team with a revamped receiver corps. If Georgia remains a national powerhouse, Beck’s Heisman
- chances will be bolstered by high-profile games
- against teams like Clemson and Alabama【6†source】.
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- Caleb Williams, QB, USC: The 2023 Heisman winner, Williams is back for his final season at USC. Known for his arm strength and mobility, Williams will be aiming to repeat his
- Heisman victory, a feat that has only been
- accomplished by one other player. With a strong supporting cast, he’s likely to put up the stats necessary to remain in the conversation【7†source】.
- Cameron Ward, QB, TBD: Ward is one of the wild cards in this race. Heisman After a stellar 2023 season at Washington State, where he finished sixth in total yards,
- Ward is considering his options for 2024. Whether he enters the NFL Draft or transfers to a top-tier program like Ohio State or USC,
- Ward has the talent to be a Heisman contender【6†source】.
- Drake Maye, QB, North Carolina: Maye is another returning star who
finished last season with 4,321 passing yards and 38 touchdowns.
His ability to put up big numbers, combined with North Carolina’s offense, keeps him in the Heisman discussion. If the Tar Heels make a strong run in the ACC, Maye could very well be a finalist
- Ollie Gordon, RB, Oklahoma State: The only running back on this list,
- Gordon had a breakout season in 2023, leading the nation with 1,614 rushing yards and 20 touchdowns. To have a legitimate shot at the Heisman,
- Gordon would likely need to surpass 2,000 yards, given the award’sHeisman quarterback-centric trend. However, his explosive running style keeps him in the hunt【6†source】
Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri: Burden
- is poised to be
- the next elite wide receiver in college football. He finished his sophomore season with over 1,200 receiving yards and 9 touchdowns.
- If he can replicate or exceed those
- numbers while Missouri contends in the SEC, Burden could follow in the footsteps of past Heisman finalist receivers【6†source】.
- Bo Nix, QB, Oregon: Nix returns for his final season with the Ducks
- after a year where he threw for 3,839 yards and 29 touchdowns.
- Known for his playmaking ability and leadership,
- Nix has the potential to lead Oregon to a Pac-12 title and make a strong case for the Heisman【7†source】
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These players represent a diverse group of talents,
from seasoned veterans to rising stars, all with the potential to etch their names into Heisman history.
The 2024 season is shaping up to be a thrilling ride as they
vie for college football’s most prestigious individual award.
