Oklahoma State’s Ollie Gordon rare non-quarterback in Heisman conversation

Oklahoma State Cowboys running back Ollie Gordon is one of 10 favorites to win the 2024 Heisman Trophy award according USA Today Sports, as they prepare for the season getting ready to start this weekend.

Gordon was one of the top running backs a season ago and is one of two players on the list who is not a quarterback. This is what the article had to say about the star back.

Gordon is the one non-quarterback really in the Heisman mix after leading the Bowl Subdivision last season in rushing yards (1,732) and finishing second in touchdowns (21). As the focal point of Oklahoma State’s offense, he could exceed those totals if the Cowboys can find some balance in the passing game. But Gordon’s recent arrest on DUI charges could complicate his Heisman candidacy, even if coach Mike Gundy said he won’t miss any playing time.

Gordon and the Oklahoma State Sooners open their season on August 31st at home against South Dakota State.

That was not the only member of the Big 12 on the list. Both Colorado Buffaloes star players Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter made the list. Sanders is the quarterback for coach Deion Sanders, while Hunter is listed as a cornerback and wide receiver. Here is the clip on them:

Ranked individually among the top players in college football, Sanders and Hunter have name recognition, a track record of high-level production and the eyeballs that come with starring for one of the most-watched programs in the country. Heisman-winning campaigns have been built on less. But there’s a catch: Colorado might be better, but the Buffaloes won’t rank among the best teams in the FBS – and that’s become pretty much a must-have prerequisite for Heisman contention. Sanders and Hunter might have to settle for two of the top spots in next year’s NFL draft.

Sanders and Hunter will start a little earlier. They host North Dakota State on August 29th.