The real McCoy

The Heisman Trophy will be presented to the top player in college football this Saturday at 5 p.m. Here is my opinion of the top candidates in the nation.

1) Colt McCoy
3512 YDS 27 TD 12 INT 147.5 RAT 70.5 CMP%
The only player that can lay claim to be at, or near, the top of the list the entire year. Longevity and an undefeated record for the Longhorns propel McCoy ahead of the pack. While his sub par performance against Nebraska in the Big 12 Championship game significantly hurts his candidacy, it shouldn’t take away from a superior senior season. McCoy has consistently produced for a title contending team. He is now the all-time winningest quarterback in the history of college football and a Heisman trophy should be a reward for another outstanding season.

2) Toby Gerhart
1736 YDS 26 TD 5.6 YPC
He leads the nation in attempts, yards and touchdowns and has sparkled in their biggest games. The two-sport athlete is also a top 50 MLB prospect and has been an absolute stud for a surprising Cardinal squad. The only thing holding him back from hoisting the Heisman is the fact that he plays for Stanford, a team with four losses on the year.
 
3) Mark Ingram
1542 YDS 15 TD 6.2 YPC
The best offensive player on the number one team in the nation gets the nod here after a brilliant showing against Florida’s top ranked defense. His three touchdown performance in the SEC Championship game showcased his outstanding abilities. He has been a workhorse all season and has carried the Crimson Tide offensively.
 
4) Kellen Moore
3325 YDS 39 TD 3 INT 167.3 RAT 64.8 CMP%
Moore led the nation in passing efficiency and captained his team to an undefeated record as a sophomore. His touchdown to interception ratio is off the charts and he was the unquestioned leader of one of the most potent offenses in the nation, albeit against inferior competition.

5) Ndamukong Suh
82 TKL 12 SACK 19.5 TFL
Suh thrust himself onto the national stage with his 4.5 sack performance against a powerful Texas attack. The consensus top five pick in the upcoming draft and Bronko Nagurski Trophy winner solidified his reputation as the most tenacious defensive player in the country.

Best of the rest:
CJ Spiller RB Clemson
Case Keenum QB Houston
Tim Tebow QB Florida