2012 Top Heisman Contenders - Page 2

NGSeiler · 09-02-2012, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Bob Sanders Dreadlock

Just made a $20 bet with my best friend that Geno Smith will be at the heisman presentation. I think he will explode this year for 40 touchdowns.

Opening performance: 32/36 (88.9%) for 323 yds & 4 TDs through the air. Add 8 rushes for 65 yds and another TD on the ground.

Verdict: Off to a good start.

tjsunstein · 09-02-2012, 12:09 PM

The Geno Smith hype train is full steam ahead. Absolutely love what this season is going to bring.

Other guys I was impressed with included Marquise Lee, Le'Veon Bell, Taylor Martinez, Johnathan Franklin, De'Anthony Thomas, and Cordarelle Patterson.

TitanHope · 09-02-2012, 12:24 PM

Call Me Brayme passed for 333 yards, 65.9% completion at 8.1 Y/A, and 2 TD's with no INT's against a very good secondary.

Bray got a lot of flack for his lack of production versus quality competition, so it's nice to see him prove himself a little more, even if he has Hunter and CP at WR. If he stays healthy and keeps performing like that in the SEC, then I hope he gets some Heisman hype.

SolidGold · 09-02-2012, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by tjsunstein

The Geno Smith hype train is full steam ahead. Absolutely love what this season is going to bring.

Other guys I was impressed with included Marquise Lee, Le'Veon Bell, Taylor Martinez, Johnathan Franklin, De'Anthony Thomas, and Cordarelle Patterson.

Really curious as to what his draft stock is going to end up being. Is it more of the system? That system is renowned for throwing up huge stats - Texas Tech/Houston/Ok St were all prolific offenses with Holgersen running them and having really good college QBs that have not translated to the NFL. The verdict is out on Weeden but he has been the only first round pick to run that offense and I think he will more than likely bust.

tjsunstein · 09-02-2012, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by SolidGold

Really curious as to what his draft stock is going to end up being. Is it more of the system? That system is renowned for throwing up huge stats - Texas Tech/Houston/Ok St were all prolific offenses with Holgersen running them and having really good college QBs that have not translated to the NFL. The verdict is out on Weeden but he has been the only first round pick to run that offense and I think he will more than likely bust.

Geno Smith is a far better prospect than Brandon Weeden, Graham Harrell, and Case Keenum.

SolidGold · 09-02-2012, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by tjsunstein

Geno Smith is a far better prospect than Brandon Weeden, Graham Harrell, and Case Keenum.

Weeden had a stronger arm-maybe Smith is more accurate(and younger obviously) but I don't see much that separates them as prospects which could be a good thing for Smith since Weeden was a first round pick after all.

CashmoneyDrew · 09-02-2012, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by TitanHope

Call Me Brayme passed for 333 yards, 65.9% completion at 8.1 Y/A, and 2 TD's with no INT's against a very good secondary.

Bray got a lot of flack for his lack of production versus quality competition, so it's nice to see him prove himself a little more, even if he has Hunter and CP at WR. If he stays healthy and keeps performing like that in the SEC, then I hope he gets some Heisman hype.

I think if Daniel McCullers gets 1 sack this season, he should win the Heisman.

Babylon · 09-02-2012, 01:05 PM

Not sure anything is clear on Sept. 2nd but Denard Robinson pretty much took himself out of the competition. In past years there were some in here (no longer) that had him winning it by the middle of the first month. Then again he won't be facing any more defenses like Bama's this year.

jrdrylie · 09-02-2012, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Babylon

Not sure anything is clear on Sept. 2nd but Denard Robinson pretty much took himself out of the competition. In past years there were some in here (no longer) that had him winning it by the middle of the first month. Then again he won't be facing any more defenses like Bama's this year.

Yeah, he's done. Watching him pass is just painful. He is as inaccurate as they come. I think a real darkhorse is Braxton Miller. He will put up huge numbers in Meyer's offense and tOSU will win probably 10 games.

Babylon · 09-02-2012, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by jrdrylie

Yeah, he's done. Watching him pass is just painful. He is as inaccurate as they come. I think a real darkhorse is Braxton Miller. He will put up huge numbers in Meyer's offense and tOSU will win probably 10 games.

Well OSU's schedule is pretty favorable but Miller isnt going to put up the numbers of a Matt Barkely who only has to throw a 10 yard out and have his receivers take it 70 yds so it'll be tough for him to win it. I'd say an extreme dark horse.

soybean · 09-02-2012, 02:33 PM

I love braxton miller.

He won't win it though since the voters probably aren't going to give someone the heisman while the team is in the middle of sanctions.

BuckeyeDan17 · 09-02-2012, 03:17 PM

I think Miller is still a ways from actual contention for the heisman (year) He's going to have many ups-and-downs this season and I don't think his completion percentage will be anywhere near heisman worthy; hence, your guys' reasons for calling him an 'extreme' darkhorse.

He does some jaw-dropping **** though, he just isn't a complete package yet as far as being an elite college QB is concerned. He's got all the tools though to put it together.

I'd say next year is when **** can get real for him. He needs to focus now on knowing every nut and bolt of the offense, and still refine his throwing so some of his balls don't look like a dead duck.

Anyway, Le'Veon Bell was a monster on Friday. Not looking forward to Sept. 29th in East Lansing.

Cigaro · 09-02-2012, 03:27 PM

Marcus Lattimore looked good versus Vanderbilt. If Lattimore is to win, SC will probably need to win the SEC East, but unless our passing game improves along with our passing defense, it is hard to see that happening. Clowney also looked, occasionally just completely throwing his blocker to the ground, but we really would need to win the SEC East for him to have any shot at all.

Matt Barkley got the premier start to his Heisman campaign.

If Montee Ball or LeVeon Bell are going to win the Heisman, their respective team is going to have to win the Big 10. Definitely could happen, though.

Geno Smith should be on every one's watch list. He has a harder road to get there compared to some other players, but at the same time, the offense he plays in is built for the kind of show that attracts Heisman votes. West Virginia will need to win the Big 12 for him to have a shot.

Denard Robinson is done. Completely horrific game in the national spotlight. Even if it was week one, I feel it will be impossible to overlook when considering him.

De'Anthony Thomas looks posed to make a big push. That Oregon offense is unreal, and their quarterback looks like he will be able to keep defenses from focusing solely on the run game.

There are a trio of Clemson players who may start to get mentions. Watkins is the obvious one. Ellington had an impressive game, and even if Auburn's run defense looks shoddy, its not like the ACC will feature much better. Tajh Boyd would be the last of three to get a mention, he was on a few lists last season until he started slumping midseason. With that running game and set of receivers, he may return to the spotlight. But at the same time, Clemson routinely plays well in the beginning and accumulates hype, only to collapse later on.

If I had to come up with a prediction list after week one, Matt Barkley, De'Anthony Thomas and one of Montee Ball/LeVeon Bell for sure, with a chance for Geno Smith or Marcus Lattimore also getting an invite.

shylo3716 · 09-02-2012, 04:09 PM

De'Anthony Thomas 3 TDs before the first half, just imagine what he would have done if he didn't get pulled.

descendency · 09-02-2012, 06:53 PM

Someone really needs to vote for Chance Warmack. (I know... OL don't win the Heisman)

Halsey · 09-02-2012, 08:41 PM

The SEC often gets criticized for being weak offensively. Funny how non-SEC schools often don't look so hot on offense when playing an SEC defense. Maybe people should consider that when criticizing SEC offenses.

P-L · 09-08-2012, 11:12 PM

De'Anthony Thomas is playing NCAA on Freshman difficulty.

NGSeiler · 09-29-2012, 06:20 PM

Sooooo Geno Smith had a solid day.

Miaoww · 09-29-2012, 06:34 PM

Phillip Dorsett.

georgiafan · 10-01-2012, 11:54 AM

Here is my person Todd Gurley

Plays for a top 5 undeafted team
Leads the SEC in rushing yards (536)
Leads the SEC in rushing TD's (9)
Leads the SEC in scoring offense/points
2nd in the SEC in yards per attempt (7.8)
Also has 243 KR yards and 1 TD with over 34 yards per return

tjsunstein · 10-05-2012, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by tjsunstein

Geno Smith will finish in the top 3 of Heisman voting. He's so talented and in Holgerson's system with those WRs a little bit more mature, he's going to fill the stat sheet every week. I love that bet for you and maybe I'm being a bit of a homer but Geno might single handedly make Austin a legit Heisman darkhorse if he continues to excel in the return game as well. I'm so hyped for this season.

Jeez, who is this guy...

thenewfeature06 · 10-05-2012, 05:27 PM

This stage in the season it is Geno by a good amount. I am not sure if this continues in Big12 play but at the same time not much defense is played in that conference.

Marquise Lee has had a dominant season but too hard for wideouts.

SickwithIt1010 · 10-05-2012, 05:34 PM

You nailed that one. Without a doubt Fitzgerald was the best player in the country back when Jason White won his, but he still got screwed. Shouldnt have even been a question IMO. Lee can continue to put up huge numbers but it wont do anything more than get him a seat in NY.