10 Players Who Should Have Won the Heisman Trophy - Comprehensive Summary

TLDRIn this video, we discuss 10 players who should have won the Heisman Trophy but were snubbed. We analyze their performances and compare them to the winners, highlighting their outstanding stats and impact on their teams. From Christian McCaffrey to Herschel Walker, we dive into the reasons why these players deserved the prestigious award.

Key insights

🏆Christian McCaffrey's record-breaking season in 2015 was overshadowed by Derek Henry's rushing touchdowns.

🏈Larry Fitzgerald's impressive receiving performance in 2003 should have secured him the Heisman Trophy.

🏃Jim Brown's dominant rushing performance in 1956 earned him a top-five Heisman finish.

🏈Peyton Manning's exceptional passing stats in 1997 made him a strong contender for the Heisman Trophy.

🔥Tommy Frazier's leadership and performance in 1995 led Nebraska to an undefeated season and a national championship.

Q&A

Why didn't Christian McCaffrey win the Heisman Trophy in 2015?

—Despite his exceptional stats and versatility, McCaffrey lost to Derek Henry, who had more rushing touchdowns.

What made Larry Fitzgerald deserving of the Heisman Trophy in 2003?

—Fitzgerald's outstanding receiving stats, including 22 touchdowns, made him the best wide receiver in college football that year.

Why did Jim Brown finish fifth in Heisman voting in 1956?

—Despite his impressive rushing yardage and touchdowns, Brown's team's record and racial biases may have affected his ranking.

Why didn't Peyton Manning win the Heisman Trophy in 1997?

—Although Manning had impressive passing stats and led Tennessee to a strong season, his performance against Florida and Charles Woodson's exceptional play impacted the voting.

What made Tommy Frazier deserving of the Heisman Trophy in 1995?

—Frazier's exceptional leadership and performance led Nebraska to an undefeated season and a national championship.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to the video and the 10 players who should have won the Heisman Trophy.

02:56Christian McCaffrey's 2015 season and how he lost to Derek Henry due to rushing touchdowns.

08:08Larry Fitzgerald's impressive 2003 season and why he deserved the Heisman Trophy.

12:21Jim Brown's fifth-place finish in 1956 and his exceptional rushing performance.

16:32Peyton Manning's 1997 season and why he was a strong contender for the Heisman Trophy.

21:52Tommy Frazier's outstanding leadership and performance in leading Nebraska to an undefeated season and a national championship in 1995.

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