Heisman Trophy finalists 2024/ Dillon Gabriel/ Travis Hunter/ Ashton Jeanty/ Cam Ward/ Newslooks/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ The 2024 Heisman Trophy finalists have been announced: Oregon’s Dillon Gabriel, Colorado’s Travis Hunter, Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty, and Miami’s Cam Ward. These four athletes have delivered outstanding performances, showcasing exceptional talent across college football. The winner will be announced Saturday in New York.
2024 Heisman Trophy Finalists: Quick Looks
- Dillon Gabriel (Oregon): Led Oregon to an undefeated season and the No. 1 College Football Playoff seed.
- Travis Hunter (Colorado): Dominated as a two-way player with standout offensive and defensive stats.
- Ashton Jeanty (Boise State): Recorded the fourth-highest single-season rushing total in FBS history.
- Cam Ward (Miami): Broke records with a nation-leading 36 passing touchdowns and over 4,000 yards.
- Event Details: Winner to be announced Saturday in New York.
Gabriel, Hunter, Jeanty, Ward Named 2024 Heisman Finalists
Deep Look
The Heisman Trophy finalists for 2024 have been revealed, and the competition is stacked with talent. Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel, Colorado’s two-way star Travis Hunter, Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty, and Miami quarterback Cam Ward have emerged as the nation’s most outstanding college football players. The winner of this prestigious award, given annually since 1935, will be announced on Saturday in New York.
Here’s a closer look at each finalist and their journey to the Heisman spotlight.
Dillon Gabriel – Oregon
Dillon Gabriel transferred to Oregon from Oklahoma and made an immediate impact, guiding the Ducks to an undefeated season and a Big Ten Championship in their debut season in the conference. Gabriel’s performance solidified Oregon as the No. 1 seed in the College Football Playoff.
- Key Stats:
- 28 passing touchdowns, 6 interceptions
- 73.2% completion rate (second in the nation)
- 35 total touchdowns (tied for seventh nationally)
- NCAA-record 187 career touchdowns and 62 career starts
Travis Hunter – Colorado
Travis Hunter has cemented himself as one of the most remarkable two-way players in college football history, drawing comparisons to Charles Woodson, the only primarily defensive player to win the Heisman.
- Offensive Achievements:
- 92 receptions, 14 receiving touchdowns
- 1,152 receiving yards, 21 plays of 20+ yards (national leader)
- Defensive Achievements:
- 31 tackles, 4 interceptions, 11 pass breakups
- Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year
Hunter’s versatility and dominance on both sides of the ball have been pivotal to Colorado’s season.
Ashton Jeanty – Boise State
Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty has delivered one of the most productive seasons for a running back in FBS history. His consistent performances have shattered records and solidified his place among the best in the nation.
- Key Stats:
- 2,497 rushing yards (4th highest single-season total in FBS history)
- 192.1 rushing yards per game (national leader)
- 29 rushing touchdowns (tied for national lead)
- 7.26 yards per carry
Jeanty’s ability to dominate opponents game after game underscores his historic season.
Cam Ward – Miami
- Key Stats:
- Nation-leading 36 passing touchdowns
- 4,123 passing yards, 4,319 total yards (second nationally)
- 10 games with 300+ passing yards and 3+ TD passes
- 41 total touchdowns
What’s Next?
The Heisman winner will be selected by over 900 voters, including media members and former recipients. Each finalist’s unique journey and extraordinary achievements have set the stage for a highly anticipated ceremony.
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