Who is considered the biggest Heisman Trophy snub of all time?

Jim Brown is widely considered the biggest Heisman snub, finishing fifth in 1956 despite a dominant season.

Has a defensive player ever won the Heisman?

While rare, defensive players have been contenders, but Ndamukong Suh's 2009 fourth-place finish shows the difficulty for defenders to win without offensive or return contributions.

Why was Larry Fitzgerald snubbed for the Heisman in 2003?

Larry Fitzgerald was a strong candidate in 2003 but was reportedly hurt by his youth, position (wide receiver), and his team's narrow loss, while Jason White had a compelling comeback story.

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Who Got Robbed? Top 10 Heisman Snubs

11 Dec

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Summary

Jim Brown's 1956 fifth-place finish remains a significant Heisman snub.
Larry Fitzgerald faced double/triple coverage but was overlooked for Heisman.
Defensive players like Ndamukong Suh rarely win Heisman without other roles.

The Heisman Trophy, synonymous with college football greatness, has a storied past filled with debated selections and perceived snubs. Legends like Jim Brown, despite an exceptional 1956 season, finished a distant fifth, overshadowed by Paul Hornung's weaker performance and Notre Dame's poor record.

Other notable omissions include wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald, who excelled despite constant defensive attention, and defensive powerhouse Ndamukong Suh. Their cases highlight how positional bias and team success can influence voters, even when individual stats are overwhelming.

The award's criteria, emphasizing 'great ability combined with diligence, perseverance, and hard work,' often lead to subjective interpretations, sparking annual debates over who truly deserved the bronze statuette.

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