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Heisman Trophy candidates identified ahead of 2026 ceremony

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 2:51 PM

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

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Summary

The countdown to the 2026 Heisman Trophy ceremony has begun, following last year's winner, Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, who had a standout season. Analysts are preparing to rank players who could be in contention, including a top ten list and possible wildcards, potentially showcasing a diverse group including defensive players. Upcoming discussions will focus on candidates' performances and impact in the season. The Heisman Trophy, first awarded in 1935, recognizes outstanding college football players, making the selection process critical for various schools.

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•Fernando Mendoza won the 2025 Heisman Trophy and was the first overall pick in the NFL draft.
•Discussions of Heisman candidates will take place over the coming weeks.
•Players from Big Ten schools have historically performed well in Heisman selections.

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2:51 PMYahoo Sports — Can't Wait For Saturday Who will follow Mendoza as Heisman Trophy winner? Time to do a deep dive

What they're saying

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Jun. 13—*** If all goes well with tickets and I am able to convince my wife to get on a plane in December, I hope to attend the 2026 Heisman Trophy ceremony ... for the first time. I don't really have a bucket list, but if I did being at the Heisman ceremony would be high on it. With all that in mind, I am fully invested in the award first handed out to Chicago's Jay Berwanger in 1935. The ...
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