2018 Heisman Trophy Power Rankings: Field nearly set after Rivalry Week

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - NOVEMBER 25: Jacob Huff #2 and Antonio Shenault #34 of the Minnesota Golden Gophers tackles Jonathan Taylor #23 of the Wisconsin Badgers during the third quarter of the game on November 25, 2017 at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Badgers defeated the Golden Gophers 31-0. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images) /

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All eyes were on Kyler Murray supplanting Tua at the top of the Heisman leaderboards after Friday night. What does Tua Tagovailoa go out and do? Make easy work of the Auburn Tigers secondary in the Iron Bowl.

The Heisman favorite led the Crimson Tide to a decisive 52-21 victory over their arch rival. He finished the game 25-32 for 324 yards passing and five touchdowns without throwing a pick.

Ball control has been Tagovailoa’s sticking point this season, as he has thrown just two interceptions on 269 passing attempts. He has also thrown 36 touchdown passes with a 70% completion percentage.

Next. CFB Playoff and Bowl Projections after Rivalry Week. dark

The best player on the best team in the country normally doesn’t get all the love for the Heisman, but Tua has clearly shown he is a dynamic once in a generation talent who should bring home college football’s most coveted hardware this year.

So those are our 2018 Heisman Trophy Rankings after Week 13. Are you happy with your favorite player’s ranking? Comment below and let’s get ready for championship weekend!

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