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Heisman Trophy: Top candidate from every Power 5 team in 2019

By Cody Williams

ATLANTA, GA - DECEMBER 01: D'Andre Swift #7 of the Georgia Bulldogs runs with the ball in the first half against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the 2018 SEC Championship Game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 1, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Scott Cunningham/Getty Images)
ATLANTA, GA - DECEMBER 01: D'Andre Swift #7 of the Georgia Bulldogs runs with the ball in the first half against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the 2018 SEC Championship Game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 1, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Scott Cunningham/Getty Images) /
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CHAMPAIGN, IL – NOVEMBER 17: Illinois Fighting Illini running back Reggie Corbin (2) runs up the field with the ball during the Big Ten Conference college football game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Illinois Fighting Illini on November 17, 2018, at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

Big Ten West

Illinois Fighting Illini: Reggie Corbin, RB

Reggie Corbin is simply a big play waiting to happen. The Illinois running back had just 128 carries last season but still managed to top 1,000 yards and score nine touchdowns. If the Fighting Illini take the smart route and get him the ball more, Corbin is electric enough to vault into the national conversation and become a household name.

Iowa Hawkeyes: Nate Stanley, QB

Despite losing his biggest weapons in Noah Fant and T.J. Hockenson, Nate Stanley is still the top candidate from the Iowa Hawkeyes. A veteran quarterback that, though inconsistent at times, has been productive throughout his career, Stanley will be leaned upon heavily this season and could break out in a big way.

Minnesota Golden Gophers: Tyler Johnson, WR

There are going to be a slew of wide receivers that steal college football headlines throughout the 2019 season. Don’t overlook Tyler Johnson in that mix. The veteran player for the Golden Gophers topped 1,100 yards last season while scoring 12 touchdowns and, as he figures to be the alpha on the Minnesota offense, he could insert his name into the Heisman conversation.

Nebraska Cornhuskers: Adrian Martinez, QB

Big things are expected from the Nebraska Cornhuskers in the 2019 season, even after winning just four games last year. Adrian Martinez is the primary reason for that. The dual-threat quarterback has already flashed his ability to take over games in any way he pleases and, if he and the group as a whole do take a massive leap forward, Martinez will be worthy of consideration.

Northwestern Wildcats: Hunter Johnson, QB

A former 5-star recruit for Clemson, Hunter Johnson has transferred and will now get his shot with Northwestern. Given his status as a recruit, the raw talent is there for Johnson to be a star. The question, though, is if he’s able to put it all together for the Wildcats. Regardless, he’s their best candidate to get the invite to New York.

Purdue Boilermakers: Rondale Moore, WR

Rondale Moore came onto the scene strong last season with Purdue as he amassed 114 catches for 1,258 yards and 12 touchdowns while also adding two rushing touchdowns. He’s an electric weapon at wide receiver that will be a focal point in the Boilermakers offense, which puts him as their top contender to possibly win the award.

Wisconsin Badgers: Jonathan Taylor, RB

Despite finally being able to move on from Alex Hornibrook at quarterback, don’t expect the Wisconsin Badgers to be anything but a run-first team. And that’s because Jonathan Taylor is that darn good. The back is the lifeblood of the Badgers offense and gets to run behind an offensive line for a program that has consistently produced elite players in that regard. That type of situation doesn’t get much better for a Heisman-caliber running back.