Top Heisman contenders for 2016
While Alabama’s Derrick Henry will likely play in the NFL next season, Clemson’s Deshaun Watson and Stanford’s Christian McCaffrey have plenty of college football left to play and are early Heisman favorites heading into the 2016 season. Contenders to keep an eye on:
Deshaun Watson
Clemson QB
Tigers return Watson and seven other starters on offense.
Christian McCaffrey
Stanford RB/KR
Skill set makes him a valuable asset for the Cardinal.
Dalvin Cook
FSU RB
He'll play behind an offensive line that returns intact.
Leonard Fournette
LSU RB
Sixth place this year sounds like motivation to fuel next season.
Baker Mayfield
Oklahoma QB
Former walk-on will lead Sooners against No. 1 Clemson.
J.T. Barrett
Ohio State QB
Cardale Jones departs, giving Barrett a chance to reboot career.
DeShone Kizer
Notre Dame QB
Dual-threat quarterback will face a difficult 2016 schedule.
Royce Freeman
Oregon RB
One of four running backs to rush for more than 1,700 yards.
Seth Russell
Baylor QB
A healthy Russell in the Bears’ offense will put up big numbers.
Nick Chubb
Georgia RB
Knee injury ended his 2015 season after the sixth game.
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