Top Heisman Contenders After One Month of College Football

As the 2024 college football season hits its stride, the race for the prestigious Heisman Trophy is heating up. After a month of action-packed games, several standout players have started to separate themselves from the pack.

Jalen Milroe (QB, Alabama) has surged into the Heisman conversation after a stellar performance in Alabama’s win over Georgia. Milroe showcased his dual-threat abilities, throwing for two touchdowns, rushing for two more, and amassing 491 yards of total offense. His ability to shine in big moments places him among the top contenders.

Travis Hunter (WR/CB, Colorado) continues to turn heads as a rare two-way player. With 46 catches for 561 yards and six touchdowns, combined with his defensive stats, Hunter is on track for a historic season. Despite Colorado’s mixed results, his individual brilliance keeps him in the Heisman discussion.

Cam Ward (QB, Miami) has brought a resurgence to “The U.” Leading Miami to an undefeated start, Ward has racked up the second-most passing yards and the most passing touchdowns in the nation. As long as Miami keeps winning, Ward remains a strong contender.

Ashton Jeanty (RB, Boise State) is reminiscent of Randy Moss’s 1997 Heisman run, dominating non-power conference play with 845 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns. Jeanty’s numbers, combined with Boise State’s push for the expanded College Football Playoff, keep his Heisman case alive.

Quarterbacks Jaxson Dart (Ole Miss), Quinn Ewers (Texas), Dillon Gabriel (Oregon), Nico Iamaleava (Tennessee), and Miller Moss (USC) all remain in contention, each poised to make a run at the trophy if they can deliver big performances in key matchups.

With October underway, this Heisman race promises to be one of the most competitive in recent memory.