The Heisman Hopefuls Podcast

Send us Fan MailIt's the 75th episode of the Heisman Hopefuls Podcast!  Celebrate as we chat with the star of last weekend's biggest game, Utah quarterback Devon Dampier, who has his Utes at 9-0 and ranked second. Come for discussion of Utah's exotic offensive formations, stay for Dampier's love of all things Spider Man. Next, we talk to a player from the school that Dampier transferred from, New Mexico's Darren Agu, a freak of a defensive end who has NFL scouts buzzing. This London, England, native gives us the low down on how he adjusted to life in America, why British teeth get a bad rap, and how soccer gave him quicker feet for football.  We close with Alex Kirshner of the Split Zone Duo podcast, who gives us his take on everything from the Heisman race to the new 24-team playoff.The Heisman Hopefules Podcast streams every Thursday during the college football season and is hosted by Chris Huston. The pod is available on all streaming networks, including Spotify and Apple Music, and full videos of the show are available on YouTube, with clips on TikTok and Instagram.Email us at [email protected] for feedback and inquiries.

Send us Fan MailThe spotlight is on the American Conference this week as two of the best quarterbacks in the country take center stage.  First up, Marcus Stokes of Memphis, who has been spectacular while leading the Tigers to a 7-2 mark.  The junior has 28 combined touchdowns this year and is among the nation's leaders in several passing categories after transferring up from Division 2 West Florida. This former Harlon Hill finalist is finally showing why he was so highly-regarded coming out of high school.  We close with Tayven Jackson of North Texas, now in his fourth school after stops at Tennessee, Indiana and UCF.  As it turns out, the fourth stop is the charm for this talented senior, who is the latest Mean Green passer to take the nation by storm.  When he's not dreaming of dunking on his NBA brother, former Indiana star Trayce Jackson-Davis, he credits a summer read, "Inner Excellence," for why he is, at long last, playing so free. The Heisman Hopefules Podcast streams every Thursday during the college football season and is hosted by Chris Huston. The pod is available on all streaming networks, including Spotify and Apple Music, and full videos of the show are available on YouTube, with clips on TikTok and Instagram.Email us at [email protected] for feedback and inquiries.

Send us Fan MailThe nation's leading rusher and all-purpose runner, Boise State running back Dylan Riley, joins the pod this Halloween week to showcase his scary breakaway speed, his love of blue turf and the camaraderie of the Broncos' running back room, otherwise known as The Stable. Through seven games, Riley has evoked memories of a recent Boise State Heisman finalist and teammate, Ashton Jeanty, a player he studied as a true freshman. Could he follow in his positional mentor's footsteps and make it to New York?The Heisman Hopefules Podcast streams every Thursday during the college football season and is hosted by Chris Huston. The pod is available on all streaming networks, including Spotify and Apple Music, and full videos of the show are available on YouTube, with clips on TikTok and Instagram.Email us at [email protected] for feedback and inquiries.

Send us Fan MailAfter the earthquake that happened in college football last weekend, it's not only the playoff race that is in a scramble, but also the race for the most prestigious award in sports, the Heisman Trophy.  We've got three players on this week's show who could factor in the race as the season hurtles toward December.  First up, fifth year Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita, the all-time Wildcats passing leader and one of the most consistent signal callers you'll ever see.  He's got Arizona at 5-1, its best start since 2014.  We'll follow up with Gio Lopez of Wake Forest, who has emerged as one of the best passers in the country while leading the Demon Deacons into playoff contention with a 6-1 mark, and we'll close with perhaps the most dynamic and exciting quarterback in college football, Michael Hawkins, Jr., of West Virginia, the only current quarterback with at least 1,500 passing yards and 700 rushing yards. The Heisman Hopefules Podcast streams every Thursday during the college football season and is hosted by Chris Huston. The pod is available on all streaming networks, including Spotify and Apple Music, and full videos of the show are available on YouTube, with clips on TikTok and Instagram.Email us at [email protected] for feedback and inquiries.

Send us Fan MailBreak out the blue, break out the orange, it's a Kentucky-Tennessee episode featuring two of the best linemen in the country: Wildcats left tackle Lance Heard and Volunteers nose tackle Xavier Gilliam. Both are projected first round picks i n the next NFL draft. Heard, one of the key bricks in the "Big Blue Wall", shares his love for his position and walks us through his viral "two for one" block party against South Carolina. Gilliam breaks down the finer points of playing nose for a Tennessee line unit that leads the nation in sacks.  We also get a local perspective from Lexington Herald-Leader writer Mark Story, who tells us why Kentucky's win over LSU was the program's "best night ever".The Heisman Hopefules Podcast streams every Thursday during the college football season and is hosted by Chris Huston. The pod is available on all streaming networks, including Spotify and Apple Music, and full videos of the show are available on YouTube, with clips on TikTok and Instagram.Email us at [email protected] for feedback and inquiries.

Send us Fan MailSMU's all-time leader in touchdowns and passing yardage, dynamic quarterback Kevin Jennings, joins the podcast to talk about his journey from high school state champion to underrated recruit to hometown hero. Don't miss the King of Dallas as he holds court and talks Heisman. He's followed by UCLA linebacker Sammy Omosigho, a former Sooner who has transformed into one of the nation's best at his position for the undefeated Bruins. Listen as he discusses the finer points of his position, why his position coach calls him "Sammy Soup" and why he might have a future in the Professional Bowlers Association.The Heisman Hopefules Podcast streams every Thursday during the college football season and is hosted by Chris Huston. The pod is available on all streaming networks, including Spotify and Apple Music, and full videos of the show are available on YouTube, with clips on TikTok and Instagram.Email us at [email protected] for feedback and inquiries.

Send us Fan MailIt's a very special episode this week as we turn our focus to the unsung heroes of the gridiron, the special teams units.  First up is UAB place kicker and Lou Groza Award candidate Jonah Delange, who educates us on the finer points of field goal kicking as well as the mental challenges that go along with it. Next is James Madison wide receiver/return specialist Michael Scott, who talks about his massive 303-yard all-purpose game against Wagner and why former West Virginia great Tavon Austin is his return game inspiration. We close with Army long snapper Owen Walter, the first long snapper in school history to be named team captain.  So settle in and get ready to learn all about kicks, returns and snaps!The Heisman Hopefules Podcast streams every Thursday during the college football season and is hosted by Chris Huston. The pod is available on all streaming networks, including Spotify and Apple Music, and full videos of the show are available on YouTube, with clips on TikTok and Instagram.Email us at [email protected] for feedback and inquiries.

Send us Fan MailIt's a packed pod this week!  We lead off with stud Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss, fresh off a huge win over LSU, who reflects on his remarkable path from Division II afterthought to Heisman hopeful. Next, it's the electrifying Jadan Baugh, the Florida running back leading the Gators back to national prominence. Then, the premier safety in the country so far this season, Kingston Lopa of Cal, who leads the nation with five interceptions already. We close out with Tom Fornelli of CBSSports.com, who shares his thoughts on the upcoming Florida-Ole Miss tilt in The Swamp and the Big Ten's slow start.The Heisman Hopefules Podcast streams every Thursday during the college football season and is hosted by Chris Huston. The pod is available on all streaming networks, including Spotify and Apple Music, and full videos of the show are available on YouTube, with clips on TikTok and Instagram.Email us at [email protected] for feedback and inquiries.

Send us Fan MailOklahoma State quarterback Drew Mestemaker joins the pod after leading his team to a huge upset of No. 6 Oregon. Find out how he went from a backup high school quarterback to walk on quarterback to one of the best players in college football. Next up is Duke running back Nate Sheppard, who leads the nation in rushing after two weeks. His versatility and toughness make him an intriguing player to watch as the season develops. We close out with the Director of Sports Analytics at Carnegie-Mellon University, Ron Yurko, who recently partnered with the Heisman to develop the Heisman Hopefuls platform.The Heisman Hopefules Podcast streams every Thursday during the college football season and is hosted by Chris Huston. The pod is available on all streaming networks, including Spotify and Apple Music, and full videos of the show are available on YouTube, with clips on TikTok and Instagram.Email us at [email protected] for feedback and inquiries.

Send us Fan MailAnchors aweigh, there's a new star Navy quarterback, Braxton Woodson, and he's fresh off a 200-yard rushing outing in week one.  He joins this week's pod to talk about his development as a triple option QB and life at the Naval Academy.  He's followed by Heisman CEO Jeff Price, who shares his vision for the Heisman, highlighted by the new Heisman Hopefuls platform and the exciting Heisman fan vote.  We wrap up with ESPN ACC analyst Max Browne who helps us recap week one in college football.The Heisman Hopefules Podcast streams every Thursday during the college football season and is hosted by Chris Huston. The pod is available on all streaming networks, including Spotify and Apple Music, and full videos of the show are available on YouTube, with clips on TikTok and Instagram.Email us at [email protected] for feedback and inquiries.