Nov. 19, 2008

New York, NY - The Heisman Trophy Trust announced today that ballots were mailed to the 925 electors who will vote for the most outstanding collegiate football player in the United States for 2008.

The Heisman Memorial Trophy, perhaps the most prestigious collegiate award has been awarded annually since 1935. Past recipients in this elite fraternity include such football legends as Roger Staubach (Navy), Tony Dorsett (Pittsburgh), Barry Sanders, (Oklahoma State), Herschel Walker (Georgia) Vinny Testaverde (Miami, Fl.), Doug Flutie (Boston College), Bo Jackson (Auburn), Carson Palmer (USC) and Matt Leinart (USC).

The voting for the Heisman Memorial Trophy is conducted and tabulated by the independent accounting firm of Deloitte & Touche LLP. The deadline for receipt of the ballots is 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 10, 2008. For the seventh year in a row, electors may also cast their ballots online.

The winner of the 2008 Heisman Memorial Trophy will be announced Saturday, December 13 from The Nokia Theatre in Times Square and will be broadcast live on ESPN from 8-9pm.

The 2008 Heisman electorate is comprised of 926 voters. The voters consist of the 55 living Heisman Trophy winners, 870 media from six regions across the country and one fan vote resulting from a special promotion with the Heisman's presenting sponsor Nissan.

"We look forward to welcoming another member into the prestigious Heisman fraternity" said Robert Whalen, Executive Director of The Heisman Trophy Trust. "The 2008 college football season has been tremendously exciting. Each week seems to showcase another player. With such a tremendous group of talented athletes, we are confident that the Heisman race will be as equally exciting this year."

Heisman Memorial Trophy Awards Dinner:
Tickets are still available to the 2008 Heisman Memorial Trophy Dinner on Monday, December 15. The winner of the 74th Annual Heisman Memorial Trophy will be presented his award at this event. Three previous Heisman winners will also be recognized: Pete Dawkins (Army, 1958) on the 50th Anniversary of his award, Mike Rozier (Nebraska, 1983) on the 25th Anniversary of his award and Ricky Williams (Texas, 1998) on his 10th Anniversary. Tickets can be purchased online at www.heisman.com or by calling the Heisman Trophy Offices at (212) 425-7000. Only ticketed guests will be permitted at the event.