Heisman Trophy Watch: Top 10 Candidates after Week 5
By Gabe Encinas
Oct 3, 2015; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs running back Nick Chubb (27) runs the ball past Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Geno Matias-Smith (24) for a touchdown during the third quarter at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
- Season stats: 91 carries, 745 yards, 7 TD
- Last game vs Alabama: 20 carries, 146 yards, 1 TD
Nick Chubb is just one of two power five running backs to rush for 100+ yards in every game this season. He’s been doing it all season long as one of the most efficient backs, capitalizing on all of his touches.
He’s also been breaking off big runs in every game, with three of his longest touchdown runs coming from 49, 68, and 83 yards out. He doesn’t even get nearly as many looks as he should either, averaging just 18 carries a game and over eight yards a carry.
The Bulldogs don’t have a very threatening schedule, with only one ranked team remaining on their schedule, the Florida Gators. Georgia will head to Tennessee this week, who has struggled to close out games this season. They don’t boast a very strong run defense, so Chubb could silence the crowd early with his playmaking.
Next: Ezekiel Elliott