HeIsMan

Ah, the Heisman Trophy, collegiate football's most prestigious trophy. Awarded to the most outstanding college football player in the nation. The 75th trophy had some interesting people running for it. This year we saw the first push for Heisman winner that didn't throw the ball. Running backs Mark Ingram of Alabama's Crimson Tide, Toby Gerhart of Stanford, and defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh of Nebraska were all in the top 5 for the trophy. The other two spots being taken by returning winner Tim Tebow of the Florida Gators, and previous runner-up Colt McCoy of the Texas Longhorns. Each player put up great numbers for the year, but as always, the winner is in the hands of the voters.

Tim Tebow

Tim Tebow is considered to be "The Chosen One" by almost every sports media fanatic there is. However, this year, he just wasn't putting up the numbers. After the SEC championships it was even debatable whether or not he would be in the finals for the trophy. Clemson's C.J Spiller was a strong contender for his spot. However, this is Tim Tebow we are talking about, so of course, he made it in. In his Heisman year we saw some great numbers, this year...not the same.

Ndamukong Suh

What a name for a Heisman winner that would be. Suh is considered to be the best defensive player in the nation. Able to almost singlehandedly change the game with his ability as a playmaker. At 6'4'' and 295 this man is quite the defensive tackle to mess with. McCoy can attest to that. Suh's numbers are quite amazing.

Colt McCoy

2008's Heisman Runner-Up. Considered this year's top contender for the title, Colt McCoy helped Texas find theirselves in the National Title Bowl. However, many feel as though even that is debatable due to the trouble Texas has had going up against various teams of lower caliber. Colt also saw a drop in stats from his previous year, though not too drastic.

Toby Gerhart

When you hear Stanford, you think of academics. Toby Gerhart changed what people think. 2009 turned out to be a good year for the Cardinals. Beating the Oregon Ducks and the Pac-10s powerhouse: USC. These shocking wins could not have been pulled through if it wasn't for Toby. This man leads the nation in rushing yards (1,736), rushing TDs (26), total TDs (26), and points scored (160 points). All while taking 21 credit hours. At Stanford.

Mark Ingram

The Crimson Tide's weapon. Mark Ingram found himself overwhelmed with emotion tonight. He is the 3rd straight sophomore to win the famous trophy, and the first from Alabama. A running back of impressive power, he tore apart Florida's perfect defense, with ease. His last game to prove that he was meant to win the trophy was in the SEC championships, and oh boy did he prove it. Rushing for 113 yards, 3 TDs and 76 receiving yards, he showed Florida what it meant to play for something. Winning by just 28 points tonight, Ingram squeezed out in front of senior Toby Gerhart. But a closer look at the voting map shows that Ingram won more regions than Stanford's prized running back did. Looks like Ingram can live up to expectations, and will most likely take a national title before he leaves the Crimson Tide. As said before, Roll Tide Roll.

-Vishnu

*All stats taken from espn's player cards*