The Heisman Trophy debate is heating up, and college football fans are divided over who deserves the top honor. At the center of the controversy are Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty and Tennessee’s Dylan Sampson. While Jeanty was initially considered the frontrunner for the Heisman, his stock has been dipping quickly, leaving fans to question whether he’s truly the best.
One of the main arguments against Jeanty is that he plays in the Mountain West Conference, which is considered weaker than the Power Five conferences. This has led some fans to suggest that Jeanty’s impressive stats are inflated due to the level of competition he faces.²
On the other hand, Dylan Sampson has been making a strong case for himself, with many fans arguing that he’s the best running back in the country. Sampson’s impressive rushing yards and touchdowns have earned him a spot in the Heisman conversation, and some fans believe he deserves the award more than Jeanty.
Tennessee’s running backs coach, De’Rail Sims, has even gone on record saying that Sampson is the best back in the country. Sims praised Sampson’s work ethic, tenacity, and ability to energize the team in critical moments.
Despite the debate, Ashton Jeanty still has impressive stats, with 1,734 rushing yards and 23 touchdowns. However, his Heisman odds have dropped significantly, from +650 to +3000, according to FanDuel.
As the college football season comes to a close, the Heisman Trophy debate will only continue to heat up. While Ashton Jeanty was initially considered the frontrunner, Dylan Sampson has made a strong case for himself. Ultimately, the decision will come down to the voters, but one thing is certain – this year’s Heisman Trophy race is one for the books.
Heisman Trophy Contenders:
– _Ashton Jeanty_, RB, Boise State: 1,734 rushing yards, 23 touchdowns
– _Dylan Sampson_, RB, Tennessee: 1,307 rushing yards, 22 touchdowns
– _Travis Hunter_, ATH, Colorado: 856 receiving yards, 9 touchdowns
– _Dillon Gabriel_, QB, Oregon: 2,848 passing yards, 22 touchdowns
