Mike Garrett Archives - Heisman https://www.heisman.com/tag/mike-garrett/ The most prestigious award in college football. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:55:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.10 https://www.heisman.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/cropped-Black-Icon-32x32.png Mike Garrett Archives - Heisman https://www.heisman.com/tag/mike-garrett/ 32 32 Ernie Davis Made History; Black Stars Before Him Laid The Foundation https://www.heisman.com/articles/ernie-davis-made-history-black-stars-before-him-laid-the-foundation/ Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:55:28 +0000 https://www.heisman.com/?post_type=articles&p=15071 Ernie Davis, the “Elmira Express” was the first black player to win the Heisman Trophy in 1961. Davis was the first of what is now 38 black football players who have won the Heisman, most recently Colorado’s Travis Hunter in 2024. But Davis, who starred at Syracuse, certainly wasn’t the first black player to make […]

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]]> Mid-November Memories In Heisman History https://www.heisman.com/mid-november-memories-in-heisman-history/ Thu, 17 Nov 2022 21:11:08 +0000 https://www.heisman.com/?p=11552 There are plenty of November performances in Heisman history that seem to put a player over the top in the hive mind of Heisman voters. And sometimes, there are just great moments for a player who was already on his way to the bronze statue. Other games are unique footnotes.  Colorado junior running back Rashaan […]

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]]> The Replacements https://www.heisman.com/articles/the-replacements-2/ Tue, 20 Aug 2019 05:45:49 +0000 http://www.heisman.com/articles/the-replacement/ When LSU’s Garrett Nussmeier takes the field against USC on September 1, he’ll have some big shoes to fill. So will USC quarterback Miller Moss As it turns out, both signal callers have been tabbed to replace Heisman Trophy winners. Nussmeier takes over for last year’s winner, Jaden Daniels, while Moss steps in for 2023 […]

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]]> Super Heismans https://www.heisman.com/super-heismans-3/ Tue, 30 Jan 2018 02:26:34 +0000 http://www.heisman.com/articles/super-heismans/ Few accomplishments in football compare to winning a Heisman Trophy, but playing in or winning a Super Bowl comes pretty close. When Philadelphia and New England meet in the 52nd Super Bowl on Feb. 4, it will be without a former Heisman winner on either roster. But that’s hardly par for the course in in […]

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]]> The Buzz: Heisman news and views https://www.heisman.com/articles/the-buzz-heisman-news-and-views-55/ Tue, 07 Nov 2017 01:48:29 +0000 http://www.heisman.com/articles/the-buzz-heisman-news-and-views-55/ We are exactly one month away from Heisman Finalist Monday, when finalists for the 2017 Heisman Trophy will be announced. Time for our traditional weekly feature that rounds up the latest Heisman news and updates from around the media world. (Disclaimer — The Heisman Trophy Trust and Heisman.com does not endorse any college football player […]

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]]> Did you know? The 1960s Heismans https://www.heisman.com/did-you-know-the-1960s-heismans/ Thu, 02 Nov 2017 23:09:52 +0000 http://www.heisman.com/articles/did-you-know-the-1960s-heismans/ Time for the latest in a series of trivia tidbits about Heisman Trophy winners.  Today, a few notes on Heisman winners from the 1960s. Did you know … … 1960 winner from Navy Joe Bellino was known for his massive legs that measured 18 inches in circumference at the calf. … in addition to starring in basketball, […]

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]]> Heisman Rivalry: USC vs. Notre Dame https://www.heisman.com/articles/heisman-rivalry-usc-vs-notre-dame/ Sat, 21 Oct 2017 00:16:13 +0000 http://www.heisman.com/articles/heisman-rivalry-usc-vs-notre-dame/ USC and Notre Dame play this coming Saturday for the 89th time in what is widely regarded as college football’s greatest intersectional rivalry. The two schools have a combined 13 Heisman Trophy winners, more than any other rivalry. In fact some of the greatest games in Heisman history have taken place between the Trojans and […]

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]]> Fast starts, strong finishes https://www.heisman.com/fast-starts-strong-finishes/ Tue, 03 Oct 2017 21:38:41 +0000 http://www.heisman.com/articles/fast-starts-strong-finishes/ A fast start can go a long way toward winning a Heisman, although finishing strong can make up for it if you don’t. Here’s a look at the Heisman-winning running backs with the most rushing yardage after five games, as well as those with the fewest. (Note: Only running backs in the two-platoon era (post-1964) […]

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]]> Catching up with Gary Beban https://www.heisman.com/articles/catching-up-with-gary-beban/ Thu, 14 Sep 2017 19:56:42 +0000 http://www.heisman.com/articles/catching-up-with-gary-beban/ UCLA’s Gary Beban, the winner of the 1967 Heisman Trophy, will be honored on the 50th anniversary of his award at the annual Heisman Dinner Gala to be held this coming December 10th, the day after the 2017 winner is announced. We had a chance to catch up briefly with Beban in the wake of last […]

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]]> What states produce the most Heisman winners? https://www.heisman.com/what-states-produce-the-most-heisman-winners/ Tue, 12 Sep 2017 21:21:34 +0000 http://www.heisman.com/articles/what-states-produce-the-most-heisman-winners/ When Lamar Jackson won the Heisman in 2017, it marked the second-consecutive year that a player born in the state of Florida took home the trophy. It was the first time the same state has produced Heisman winners in back-to-back seasons since 1989-90. But what states have produced the most Heisman winners over the years? Here’s a […]

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]]> Before they were stars: Heisman Trophy winners as recruits https://www.heisman.com/articles/before-they-were-stars-heisman-trophy-winners-as-recruits/ Mon, 13 Feb 2017 23:20:14 +0000 http://www.heisman.com/articles/before-they-were-stars-heisman-trophy-winners-as-recruits/ Most incoming freshmen are now making their way to campuses across the country, including the bevy of talented youngsters who signed letters of intent last February. There’s a good chance that, at some point in the future, one or two out of the hundreds of players who are now getting ready for training camp will […]

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]]> Heisman punt returns https://www.heisman.com/articles/heisman-punt-returns/ Fri, 23 Sep 2016 06:37:36 +0000 http://www.heisman.com/articles/heisman-punt-returns/ The punt return is one of the most exciting moments in football. It has the potential to shift a game’s momentum in dramatic fashion and, when a lone returner manages to defeat the coverage hurtling his way at breakneck speed, it often reveals a big of magic in that player’s constitution. Punt return touchdowns have […]

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]]> Scoring Machines https://www.heisman.com/articles/scoring-machines/ Thu, 15 Sep 2016 20:44:18 +0000 http://www.heisman.com/articles/scoring-machines/ The first two weeks of the 2016 college football season have featured a barrage of remarkable individual scoring efforts. Kalen Ballage of Arizona State scored nine touchdowns last weekend against Texas Tech. Louisville quarterback Lamar Jackson has a nation-leading 13 combined touchdowns running (6) and passing (7) after two games. Ohio place kicker Louie Zervos […]

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]]> Opening Statements https://www.heisman.com/articles/opening-statements/ Fri, 02 Sep 2016 02:01:19 +0000 http://www.heisman.com/articles/opening-statements/ The opening weekend of college football is upon us, which means the race for the 2016 Heisman Trophy is also about to get underway. The first game of the season can be pivotal for dark horse candidates hoping to launch a Heisman campaign. It can also be important for preseason favorites looking to create some […]

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]]> Before they were stars: Heisman winners as recruits https://www.heisman.com/articles/before-they-were-stars-heisman-winners-as-recruits-2/ Wed, 03 Feb 2016 22:55:18 +0000 http://www.heisman.com/articles/before-they-were-stars-heisman-winners-as-recruits-2/ High school football’s national signing day is on Wednesday, as prospects from all over the country officially announce their college destination. There’s a good chance that, at some point in the future, one or two out of the hundreds of players who sign today will go on to win the Heisman Trophy. With that in mind, […]

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