The battle for the Heisman Trophy is burning hotter than ever, with top college football stars leaving it all on the field. While new faces continue to emerge and make a case for their spot in the race, familiar names like Alabama’s Jalen Milroe and Colorado’s Travis Hunter are carrying the torch for old-school excellence. Both players have lit up the season with standout performances, but the question on everyone’s mind is: Who will outlast the other in the chase for the coveted trophy?
Jalen Milroe has been nothing short of spectacular, racking up a total of 18 touchdowns—both through the air and on the ground—while maintaining remarkable efficiency with just one interception. His dominance in the Alabama vs. Georgia showdown solidified his status as a dual-threat quarterback capable of tearing apart defenses from inside and outside the pocket. The 21-year-old’s versatility has analysts buzzing, with ESPN’s experts marveling at his 400-yard, four-touchdown performance against Georgia, widely considered the best defense in college football.
Meanwhile, Travis Hunter continues to be a force on both sides of the ball. The two-way star, under the guidance of head coach Deion Sanders, has been a game-changer for Colorado, consistently delivering elite performances on offense and defense. Sanders has showered his star player with praise, cementing Hunter as one of the frontrunners for the Heisman.
While Milroe’s monster stats have him climbing the ranks, analysts agree that the quarterback’s Heisman hopes will hinge on how he performs in the remaining games of the season. The race is far from over, and with both Hunter and Milroe pushing each other to new heights, college football fans are in for a thrilling finish to the season.
With each passing week, it’s becoming clear that both players are capable of taking home the Heisman, but only time will tell who can maintain their momentum and claim college football’s most prestigious individual award.
