5 Things You Need To Know About The Heisman Trophy

Saturday night fever has struck college football. On Saturday night, we’ll find out who the winner of the Heisman Trophy is. The award is more than a move on the dance floor, it goes to the best player in college football.

Victory Dance,

The Last Night’s Game Team

PS – The gift of gab is the gift that keeps on giving. Share us with a friend so they too can tackle the holiday party conversation with sports. 

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Five Things You Need To Know About The Heisman Trophy

1. The finalists for the award are:

• Baker Mayfield, senior quarterback from Oklahoma, who is hoping to become the first walk on player to win it.

• Lamar Jackson, junior quarterback from University of Louisville, who won last year. (Only one other player has won twice).

• Bryce Love, junior running back from Stanford, who ranks at the top of the nation despite an ankle injury this season.

FYI – Mayfield is the favorite to win.

2. As if they didn’t work out hard enough to get to the Heisman ceremony, the winner will have to hoist the bronze trophy weighing 45 pounds. They've carried the weight of their team, so this should be no problem.

3. The winner is chosen by over 870 media members, in addition to a vote from every former Heisman winner, 58 currently. There is one vote from the fans for a total of 929 votes. Wonder if Lamar Jackson voted for himself?

4. All three of this year’s Heisman Trophy finalists play for teams whose primary uniform color is red. Maybe the committee was in the holiday spirit?

5. Old guys rule, except when it comes to the Heisman. A senior hasn't won the award since 2006. 

 

That’s not all folks

In today’s sports news, Beyoncé once again graces the sports world with her presence, why the Olympic Committee is saying nyet to the Russians and the cover of Sports Illustrated is unveiled. READ MORE

Teamwork Makes The Dream Work

Does this week’s social schedule include a networking event, first date or big meeting? Tackle them all with sports. No statistics degree or dictionary required.

Nailed it,

Last Night’s Game Team

PS -  The NBA regular season begins on Tuesday. Stay tuned for a special NBA edition of our Five Things To Know on Wednesday. NBA SEASON SCHEDULE.

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NFL (National Football League)

Must love cheese. In case you’re looking for a career change, the Green Bay Packers are hiring. Their prize quarterback Aaron Rodgers broke his collarbone yesterday and could miss the rest of the season. Here’s a funny personal ad that went out with the "job description."

College Football

Tough times. It was a rough weekend to be ranked in the top 10 in college football. Your boss might be especially grumpy today if they’re an alum of one of these ranked schools that lost this weekend – Clemson (#2), Washington (#5), Washington State (#8) and Auburn (#10).

 

Overtime

Charlie Morton is starting pitcher for the Houston Astros in tonight’s playoff game vs. the New York Yankees. He would like you to know that he does not own the Morton’s Steakhouse chain, despite what Wikipedia says. PLAYOFF SCHEDULE.

 

Sideline stat

Zero – the number of undefeated teams left in the NFL. The Kansas City Chiefs lost this weekend.

 

Coaches’ corner

The fall NFL owners’ meetings start tomorrow and while we may receive a ruling on players standing during the national anthem, don’t hold your breath. Making things interesting, Colin Kaepernick filed a grievance against league stating they have been colluding against him ever since he took a knee during the anthem in 2016. (He still remains unsigned).

Wine Not?

It may be Friday morning but we’re already thinking ahead to happy hour and how these conversation starters are going to nicely pair with our glass of wine. It is National Pinot Noir Day after all.

We'll drink to that,

The Last Night’s Game Team

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MLB (Major League Baseball)

• Role models. For the first time, the little leagues will get a taste of the big leagues on Sunday when the St. Louis Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Pirates play at Williamsport, PA, home of the Little League Baseball World Series (LLBWS). The LLBWS is in full swing and features teams that have traveled from all over the world to compete.

NFL (National Football League)

• Speaking out. Choosing not to stand for the national anthem is still very much a hot topic in the NFL with many players joining the protest to speak out against injustice after the events in Charlottesville, VA. The players hope the protest, started by former San Francisco 49ers Colin Kaepernick last season, will lead to progress for equality. Here’s a more in depth look.  

Overtime

• The U.S.A will take on Europe in the LPGA’s (Ladies Professional Golfers Association) Solheim Cup starting today in Iowa. The players from Team U.S.A. hope to utilize home field advantage and win back-to-back cups. If all else fails, Michelle Wie (Team U.S.A. star) will blind her opponents with her sweet bedazzled cleats.

Sideline stat

• One – The number of games the highly anticipated Chick-fil-A in the brand-new Atlanta Falcons stadium will be open for business. The company will adhere to its policy of not being open on Sundays, despite being at an NFL stadium that has seven of its eight games on Sunday.

Former Top Chef contestant Kevin Gillespie pays homage to Chick-fil-A with his Closed on Sundays chicken sandwich, which will be served from his stand in the stadium to satisfy fans' need for poultry. 

Coaches’ corner

• The Tampa Bay Buccaneers (NFL) offensive line went to dinner at Ruth's Chris Steakhouse and told the two rookies they were in charge of picking up the tab, per tradition. When the bill arrived, it was $26,000. Luckily for the two panicking rookies, it was a joke and the real bill was "only" $3,000, which their teammates paid for.

What’s the role of the offensive line? They’re the big guys who protect the quarterback and clearly can eat.