Ranking the Top Five Heisman Trophy Candidates After College Football's Week 10
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The Heisman Trophy race is intensifying as the College Football Playoff rankings are set to be released. Ohio State's sophomore quarterback Julian Sayin is a standout candidate following two consecutive four-touchdown performances, leading the Buckeyes to a victory over Penn State. Sayin has completed 80.7% of his passes this season, many of which have been to fellow Heisman hopeful Jeremiah Smith.
Indiana's Fernando Mendoza is also gaining attention, guiding the Hoosiers to a dominant win over Maryland with the team scoring over 50 points for the second consecutive week. The junior transfer from California has thrown 25 touchdowns this season, second only to Baylor's Sawyer Robertson.
In the SEC, Alabama and Texas A&M enjoyed a week off. Alabama's Ty Simpson has been crucial to the Crimson Tide's seven-game winning streak, while Texas A&M's Marcel Reed has been effective both passing and rushing, notably in their win over LSU.
Ole Miss quarterback Chambliss is emerging as a Heisman
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