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Byrum Brown Tops Heisman List After Stellar Performances

9/13/2025

Summary

Story summary

Robert Griffin III ranks South Florida's Byrum Brown first in his updated Heisman Trophy list after strong showings against ranked teams.
Brown recorded 473 passing yards and 3 touchdowns in two games, leading USF to wins over Boise State and Florida State.
Griffin highlights the importance of standout performances in high-pressure situations for Heisman consideration.
He advises the Cleveland Browns to consider younger quarterbacks Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders instead of veteran Joe Flacco.
Griffin notes that the next five games will be pivotal for the Browns' quarterback choices.

History

Historical Context

The Heisman Trophy, established in 1935 by the Downtown Athletic Club, honors the most outstanding college football player in the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision. In 2021, Alabama's Bryce Young won with 4,872 passing yards and 47 touchdowns. The award's legacy influences recruitment strategies, as teams like the Cleveland Browns assess quarterback prospects amid ongoing discussions about the performance of Heisman winners in the NFL.

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Story summary

Robert Griffin III ranks South Florida's Byrum Brown first in his updated Heisman Trophy list after strong showings against ranked teams.
Brown recorded 473 passing yards and 3 touchdowns in two games, leading USF to wins over Boise State and Florida State.
Griffin highlights the importance of standout performances in high-pressure situations for Heisman consideration.
He advises the Cleveland Browns to consider younger quarterbacks Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders instead of veteran Joe Flacco.
Griffin notes that the next five games will be pivotal for the Browns' quarterback choices.

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