History was made Saturday night when Alabama quarterback Bryce Young was named the winner of the 2021 Heisman Trophy. The 20-year-old won running away.
Alabama s DeVonta Smith, Mac Jones lead four Heisman Trophy finalists
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Check out the resumes for the top 4 Heisman finalists (1:16)
Mac Jones, Trevor Lawrence, DeVonta Smith and Kyle Trask are the finalists for the 2020 Heisman Trophy. (1:16)
Unlike in 2019, when LSU quarterback Joe Burrow was the prohibitive favorite to win, the voting figures to be much closer without a clear front-runner emerging from the field. The Heisman Trophy will be awarded Jan. 5 in a virtual ceremony that will begin on ESPN at 7 p.m. ET.
Take your pick from the Alabama finalists. Wide receiver Smith made his case over the final month, stepping up with teammate Jaylen Waddle out and showing his ability to make explosive plays in space. Smith leads the country with 98 receptions and 1,511 yards receiving, while catching 17 touchdown passes.