Heisman Candidates: The Final Four

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4. Dion Lewis-- Dion Lewis makes a more compelling argument in his sophomore year to contend for the Heisman. The Pittsburgh running back ran wild all over the Big East. With the expectations set at BCS status for the Panthers, Lewis could lead his team to the chosen land while picking up some serious hardware on the way.
2009 Stats: Yards: 1,862--- YPC: 5.5--- TD: 17

3. Case Keenum-- Case Keenum would’ve made the trip to New York last year if it wasn’t for his implosive behavior in the last two games of the season. Against ECU he threw 3 interceptions that prevented a Liberty Bowl berth for the Cougars. To add insult to injury, Keenum proceeded to throw a whopping 6 INTERCEPTIONS versus Air Force in the Armed Forces Bowl. I had my money (hypothetical) on Houston to perform in that game. Houston performed, Case just didn’t show up. Now in his senior year, Case has to have the conisistency to stay on top of his game. If he does so and the Cougars make their way up the polls, he could be standing in front of a podium to accept the Heisman trophy.

2009 Stats: Comp %: 70.3--- Pass yds: 5,671--- TD/Int: 44/15

2. Terrelle Pryor-- Yeah, I buy the hype. I bought it once Pryor chose the Buckeyes in his senior year. I was disappointed for two years, but hope was brought to all that support OSU once the Buckeyes beat Oregon in the Rose Bowl. Pryor gave the best effort of the year as hope was rejuvenated in and around Columbus, Ohio. If Terrelle Pryor builds on that performance and improves each and every game, He will win the Heisman trophy.

2009 Stats: Comp %: 56.6--- Pass yds: 2094--- TD/Int: 18/11

1. Ryan Mallett-- The Michigan transfer may have the toughest road towards winning the Heisman trophy, but if well played a very rewarding one. After breaking his foot earlier this year, Mallett missed all spring practices and is finally getting back in shape to start the Arkansas opener versus Tennessee Tech. Mallett has all the physical tools to be the best quarterback in the country this year. Ipso de facto, Ryan Mallett could be the best player in the country this season.

2009 Stats: Comp %: 55.8--- Pass yds: 3,624--- TD/Int: 30/7

When it's all said and done: I think Case Keenum will win the Heisman trophy. He has enough high profile games in the 2010 schedule to showcase his talent, but at the same time, he has many games where Houston's high octane offense can win the day.