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Oct 08, 2019

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With the season around the halfway mark, you have to really consider who the next Heisman winner will be. The further we get into the season the clearer the picture gets. While there are still several players who could make a case to win the Heisman, these are the Top 5, in my opinion. These five individuals have the best shot at winning the award. In my analysis, I have put Tua number one, but if you've paid attention he recently said when it comes to awards, he is working his hardest to win the best Pete Mortell Holder of the year award. The award has only been around since 2015 and is for the best field goal holder of the year. That being said, Tua is competitive and can make a strong case for the Heisman as can everyone on this list.

1. Tua Tagaviola

Tua Tagovailoa QB Alabama

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Tua was the frontrunner coming into the season and had a strong chance last year when he finished 2nd in Heisman voting. Tua is surpassing Jalen Hurts because of consistency. He has continued to play at a high level and make plays, while Hurts has been doing very well but his stats are a little bit of a roller coaster. These two should continue to run the race quite closely while trying to stay ahead of Justin Fields and Johnathon Taylor. Tua has 23TD passing TD's with zero interceptions this year and has had back to back games with 5 TD's, which is an Alabama record he also recently broke the record for most touchdowns responsible for in a career at Alabama. Alabama should have a big game this weekend against rival Texas A&M, but the biggest game will come November 9th against LSU.

2. Jalen Hurts

Jalen Hurts QB Oklahoma

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While Hurts has played phenomenal so far, it's hard to process a third straight Oklahoma QB winning the Heisman. Hurts has excelled through the air and on the ground this year. It was a slow start against Kansas this past week, but they ended strong. Hurts has been very effective on the ground. He has 7 rushing TD's so far and 14 Passing TD's. He has thrown a pick in back to back games which helps Tua's case a lot. Look for a big game this weekend against Texas.

3. Jonathan Taylor

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Taylor has been very explosive this year scoring on the opening drive multiple times this season. He is on pace to outrun the last 4 running backs to win the Heisman. Taylor had a strong year last year and already outpacing that trek in which he has over 2000 rushing yards and 16 TD's he already has 12 TD's this year and almost 800 yards rushing. Taylor also already has 4 Receiving TD's which he hadn't had any in his career up to this point. I like Jonathan Taylor's odds of winning the Heisman, especially, if he continues to move at this pace.

4. Justin Fields

Justin Fields QB Ohio State

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Fields has been very successful in his first year at QB for Ohio State after transferring from Georgia. The standout has passed for 18 TD's so far this season. Ohio State has looked great with him almost like he has been for some time. Ohio State could make a strong run for the playoffs this year. Their biggest challenger will most likely be Wisconsin. Fields has also rushed for a TD in every game this season totaling 7 on the season so far.

5. Joe Burrow

Joe Burrow QB LSU

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Burrow has really proved himself this year as he has several big games and some people think they pose a real threat to Alabama, while players like Grant Delpit, Jacob Philips and Justin Jefferson have been big in that success, Joe Burrow is probably the main reason he has thrown for over 1,800 passing yards and 22 passing TD's so far this season. On the downside, he has thrown 3 interceptions. The upside is that he has 14TDs with zero turnovers in the RedZone. He has some firepower in him, and it will be interesting how everything turns out down the stretch. LSU hosts Florida this week in what will be a very big game.

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3. Jonathan Taylor

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1. When a customer wants to return a product, hands you the receipt, where is printed "ALL SALES ARE FINAL" in all caps.

2. Just because you might be having a bad day, and you're in a crappy mood, doesn't make it okay for you to yell at me or be rude to me. I'm a person with feelings, just like you.

3. People refusing to be put on hold when a customer is standing right in front of you. Oh, how I wish I could just hang up on you!

4. Having the same conversations over and over again! To be honest I really don't even want to talk to you right now, or have this fake ass smile on my face!

5. Always having to have a smile on your face. I promise I'm not as happy as I may look!

6. Customers not understanding that sometimes, mistakes happen. I am a human being, we all mess up sometimes!

7. Having the boss from hell, it's their way or the highway! Even though I did my job correctly and efficiently, if I don't do it the exact way you do, I'm a piece of shit.

8. Having coworker who don't help out, who bend the rules just enough to screw you over.

9. Having to be at work after closing because a customer is taking forever and half! Not like I'd like to go home or anything!

10. Having shitty hours and more shifts than you asked for. Just because we don't have enough workers, doesn't mean I want to pick up every shift that you cant cover, oh great boss of mine!

11. Not having time for a social life. It gets old saying, "I can't I have work..." Every day of the week!

12. Having that lazy costumer who can't do anything for themselves... no please I'll get that, it's no problem at all!

It's just my face, I swear.

1. When you meet new people, they automatically assume you hate them or are rude.

2. People are constantly asking you if you're OK.

3. After being friends with someone for a while, they confess to you, "I thought you were so mean when I first met you," or, "I thought you hated me."

4. You get told to smile more, but they don't understand how scary that would be.

5. You're always labeled as seeming "judgy."

6. Passing a friend with your RBF in full force and not realizing you just shot them a death glare.

7. Being sarcastic, but everyone thinks you're outright rude.

8. Not knowing how mean you really look until you see a picture of yourself in resting face.

9. Your apologies never sound sincere because of your emotionless face.

10. Your "mad face" scares you.

11. And, lastly, people are constantly asking you if you are happy or having a good time because you look bored to death.

Please hold your blonde joke.

1. "Is Elle Woods your spirit animal?"

2. "Is that your natural hair color?"

3. "Oh wow, you get good grades at school?"

4. "You must really like the color pink!"

5. "You’re probably not into sports, right?"

6. "You must have such a bubbly personality."

7. "Your wardrobe must consist of all things preppy."

8. "What sorority are you in?"

9. "You were probably a cheerleader in high school."

10. "You look like you’re from L.A. because your hair is so light."

11. "You definitely like Pumpkin Spiced Lattes from Starbucks!"

12. "Do you actually think blondes have more fun?"

13. "You must encompass the typical “white girl” stereotype."

14. "Is that daddy’s credit card you’re using?"

15. "So all of your friends are blonde too?"

16. "I’m surprised about you; I thought you would be a lot ditsier."

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1. When you get your acceptance letter

2. When you try to figure out how class enrollment works

3. When it’s move in day

4. When you arrive on campus and see all of the attractive people

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6. When you find your squad

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13. The first snow day

14. Madipalooza

15. When finals week rolls around

16. When you have to say goodbye

17. And when you finally get to go back

Do you have a small get-together or throw a big bash?

1. Your family and friends ask what you want for your birthday, so you give them a list of options.

2. You're super excited about your birthday the week before.

3. Your family flies in town to celebrate with you.

4. Your siblings wake you up.

5. Your friends are so excited to be with you on your big day.

6. If you work, your office might throw a party for you.

7. For your actual party, you plan a small get-together with close family and friends ...

8. ... or large celebration with everyone you know.

9. You eat the best meal you've had in weeks.

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