Notre Dame’s Love, Others Named Heisman Trophy Finalists
The Heisman Trophy Trust has announced the finalists for the prestigious award honoring the top player in college football. This year’s finalists include four standout athletes: Jeremiyah Love from Notre Dame, Fernando Mendoza from Indiana, Diego Pavia from Vanderbilt, and Julian Sayin from Ohio State.
Finalists Overview
- Jeremiyah Love (Notre Dame):
- Rushing Yards: 1,372 (4th in Bowl Subdivision)
- Average per Game: 114.33 yards (5th overall)
- Rushing Touchdowns: 18 (3rd overall)
- Team Ranking: 9th
- Bowl Game Status: No bowl game participation due to playoff miss
- Fernando Mendoza (Indiana):
- Passing Yards: 2,980
- Touchdown Passes: 33 (national best)
- Rushing Touchdowns: 6
- Team Ranking: No. 1 in 12-team CFP bracket
- Diego Pavia (Vanderbilt):
- Passing Yards: 3,192 (school record)
- Touchdowns: 27
- Significance: First Heisman finalist in Vanderbilt history
- Julian Sayin (Ohio State):
- Passing Yards: 3,329
- Touchdown Passes: 31 (tied for 2nd nationally)
- Team Ranking: No. 1 for most of the season
Award Presentation Details
The Heisman Trophy will be awarded on Saturday night in New York City. Each finalist has showcased exceptional talent throughout the season and has significantly impacted their respective teams.
As college football’s premier accolade, the Heisman Trophy spotlights extraordinary performances. The selection of these finalists underscores the competitive nature of college football and sets the stage for an exciting award ceremony.
