Heisman rankings: Jalen Hurts picks up where Kyler Murray left off

NORMAN, OK - SEPTEMBER 1: Quarterback Jalen Hurts #1 of the Oklahoma Sooners runs in the backfield against the Houston Cougars at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on September 1, 2019 in Norman, Oklahoma. The Sooners defeated the Cougars 49-31. (Photo by Brett Deering/Getty Images) /

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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – AUGUST 31: Jacob Eason #10 of the Washington Huskies looks for an open receiver during the first game of the season against the Eastern Washington Eagles at Husky Stadium on August 31, 2019 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Alika Jenner/Getty Images) /

8. Jacob Eason, QB, Washington

With his time finally arriving in Seattle, no one was questioning the raw talent of Washington Huskies quarterback Jacob Eason. What remained to be seen was if former five-star recruit and Georgia signal-caller would be able to put the pieces together at the lead of Chris Petersen’s offense and realize his physical potential.

While it’s just one game, the early results were incredibly promising for Eason. The new Huskies starting quarterback completed 27 of his 36 throws on the night for 349 yards and four touchdowns along with no interceptions. He showcased his impressive arm strength, sure, but showed improved decision-making and accuracy from his time at Georgia. Big things could well be in store for Eason this year.

7. Joe Burrow, QB, LSU

Looking at the LSU Tigers coming into the season, it was hard to put a great deal of stock into quarterback Joe Burrow as a viable Heisman candidate. While he flashed his potential last year and was a clear upgrade at the position in Baton Rouge, the ceiling seemed to be defined. Yet, in the Tigers’ season-opener, he submitted perhaps the most impressive individual game of his college career to this point.

Burrow lit up Georgia Southern on Saturday to the tune of 23-of-27 passing for 278 yards and five touchdowns. Yes, it was against Georgia Southern but even then, Burrow wasn’t doing that against these types of opponents last season at LSU. If he has indeed taken a step forward coming into the 2019 campaign, the LSU quarterback may well be a real dark horse candidate for the award.

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