Your Heisman Top 5
Figured that as long as we have the NCAA Rank'em thread, we might as well have a Heisman thread too. Here's my Top 5:
1. James Lauranaitis, LB, Ohio State: He's carried the defense that's carried the Buckeyes to a likely #2 ranking this week. He came up big against Washington with 2 INTs and the Buckeye defense nearly shut out Purdue today.
2. Tim Tebow, QB, Florida: He's been one the top passing QBs in the country statistically all year long, and is the top weapon for the Florida running game too. He actually performed very well against LSU and with a little help from his D, would have gotten a victory.
3. Dennis Dixon, QB, Oregon: Another statistical monster on a contender. He came up clutch against Cal, completing every big throw on the final drive and if his receiver could have held on to the ball on the last play, Oregon would be #2 in the country.
4. Glenn Dorsey, DT, LSU: Pretty much universally regarded as the future #1 pick, he's the most talented player in the country this year, and is also the anchor for the nation's best team. Loses some points for allowing himself to be contained vs. the speed of Florida though.
5. Darren McFadden, RB, Arkansas: Still putting up over 6 ypc for Arkansas and can't really be blamed for either of their losses. If he can lead the Hogs to a decent record, he could pop back up.
Honorable mentions:
<u>Michael Crabtree, TT</u>- Would be Top 3 if he'd caught the game-winner vs. OkSt. Still putting up amazing numbers though.
<u>Jonathan Stewart, Ore</u>- Over 7 ypc for the Ducks, but hasn't been carrying the ball enough to really be the offensive focus.
<u>Chase Daniel, Miss</u>- Huge game vs. Nebraska, but hasn't really been consistent.
<u>Ben Moffitt, USF</u>- Played tremendous vs. USF and is the heart of one of the best Ds in the country, but hasn't consistently put up big tackle numbers.
<u>J Leman, Ill</u>- Averaging 11.8 tackles per game going into today. The fact that his D gave up 40 to Missouri is still a concern however.
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