Let me tell you about my dive into the 2012 Heisman Trophy finalists. It was a wild ride, let me tell you.
So, I started digging around because, you know, I’m a huge college football fan. I wanted to refresh my memory on who was in the running for the Heisman back in 2012. I remembered it was a pretty big deal that year, with some real standout players.
The Search Begins
First, I hit up some old sports articles and archives online. I was looking for those initial announcements, the buzz around who made the cut. It’s like piecing together a puzzle, you know? You start with the big picture and then fill in the details.
I found out that the field was narrowed down to three finalists. I dug up some names: Johnny Manziel, the Texas A&M quarterback, was a big one. Then there was Collin Klein from Kansas State, another quarterback. These guys were all over the news back then.
Deep Dive into Stats
- I started comparing their stats, their performances throughout the season. Manziel, or “Johnny Football” as they called him, was a freshman. Can you believe it? A freshman up for the Heisman! His stats were insane – 3,706 passing yards, 1,410 rushing yards, 26 passing touchdowns, and 21 rushing touchdowns.
- Then I looked into Collin Klein. He had a solid season too, but the buzz was really around Manziel. It’s crazy how one player can just capture everyone’s attention like that.
The Johnny Football Phenomenon
I spent hours reading about Manziel’s season. It was historic. He was the first freshman ever to win the Heisman. I watched some old game highlights too – the guy was electric. It’s no wonder he won.
I also stumbled upon some interesting tidbits. Like how Archie Griffin won the Heisman twice in the 70s. And I learned about the closest Heisman vote ever, back in 2009 with Mark Ingram and Toby Gerhart. The history of this award is so fascinating.
Wrapping It Up
In the end, it was a fun trip down memory lane. I relived the excitement of that 2012 season, got to know more about Manziel’s incredible run, and even learned a few new things about the Heisman Trophy’s history. It’s amazing how much you can uncover when you’re just curious and start digging around. This whole deep dive just reminded me why I love college football so much.
Man, this kind of stuff makes me feel old, you know? But it’s great to look back and appreciate those moments. It is all about the journey, and this one was definitely worth it.
