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Week 1: Heisman Race Heats Up with Strong QB Debuts

9/5/2025

Summary

Quarterbacks Shine Debut

Texas quarterback Arch Manning completed 56% of his passes for 170 yards, one touchdown, and one interception in his debut against Ohio State.
LSU's Garrett Nussmeier emerged as a Heisman frontrunner after a strong performance against Clemson, while Cade Klubnik faced ongoing struggles.
South Carolina's LaNorris Sellers and Miami's Carson Beck both impressed, strengthening their Heisman candidacies.
True freshman Bryce Underwood debuted for Michigan with 251 yards and one touchdown; Maryland's Malik Washington threw three touchdown passes.
The Heisman race is competitive, with multiple quarterbacks making strong early impressions in Week 1.

History

Duke Targets Historic Wins

The Duke Blue Devils football team targets a historic 10-win season in 2025 under head coach Manny Diaz.
Last season, they set a school record with nine wins but had no NFL Draft picks.
Duke's 2026 NFL Draft prospects include a standout safety and several offensive linemen, attracting NFL scouts.
The Kansas City Chiefs are eyeing South Carolina's versatile defender Jalon Kilgore for the 2026 NFL Draft.
Recent player contracts and injuries create roster challenges for the Chiefs, influencing their draft strategy.

History

Historical Context

The Heisman Trophy, established in 1935, honors the most outstanding college football player in the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision. In 2022, Caleb Williams won the award after throwing for 4,537 yards and 42 touchdowns. As competition intensifies, quarterbacks like Arch Manning and Garrett Nussmeier are contending for the 2023 honor, impacting NFL Draft prospects significantly.

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Quarterbacks Shine Debut

Texas quarterback Arch Manning completed 56% of his passes for 170 yards, one touchdown, and one interception in his debut against Ohio State.
LSU's Garrett Nussmeier emerged as a Heisman frontrunner after a strong performance against Clemson, while Cade Klubnik faced ongoing struggles.
South Carolina's LaNorris Sellers and Miami's Carson Beck both impressed, strengthening their Heisman candidacies.
True freshman Bryce Underwood debuted for Michigan with 251 yards and one touchdown; Maryland's Malik Washington threw three touchdown passes.
The Heisman race is competitive, with multiple quarterbacks making strong early impressions in Week 1.

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