Heisman Trophy: Peyton Manning and the 10 biggest Heisman snubs of all-time

Peyton Manning was a Heisman contender three times, finishing sixth in 1995, eighth in 1996 and second in 1997. Arguably one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time, at both levels, yet lost out to Michigan Wolverines defensive back Charles Woodson in 1997 for the Heisman.

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A four-year starter for the Volunteers, Manning went 40-9, including three 10-plus win seasons, and two Citrus Bowl wins. In his senior season, he threw for 3,819 yards to go with his 36 touchdowns to 11 interceptions, reaching 11 wins, and losing in the Orange Bowl to Nebraska.

1997 was his year, winning the Davey O’Brien Award, Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award, Maxwell Award, SEC Player of the Year and was named a consensus All-American. His time with the Volunteers made him the No. 1 overall pick in the 1998 draft.

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