1. Marcus Mariota, QB, Oregon
This week’s Heisman watch ranking is exactly the same as last week, but for good reason. Mariota threw for 221 yards and two touchdowns on 19-of-23 passing, and he added another 71 yards and two touchdowns on the ground. He was pulled in the middle of the third quarter, making his stats even more impressive. The Ducks demolished Wyoming, 48-10.
Oregon has a relatively easy schedule with Michigan State out of the way with only UCLA and Stanford left as the notable matches. Mariota remains the favorite for his signature performance and win against the Spartans, and he has played flawlessly throughout the season so far.
Stats: 806 passing yards, 8 touchdowns, 0 interceptions, 70.4 completion percentage; 20 carries, 156 rushing yards, 3 touchdowns
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