Breaking Heisman Trophy discussion

[Mr.Bojangles]

You're right that they both bat, but they don't play the same position.
Ohtani pitches and DHs.
Judge plays CF.

In 2022, Judge was clearly the better hitter. But Ohtani was unbelievable as a pitcher as well hitting decently. That's why it was a race for the MVP. Same with Jeanty and Hunter. Jeanty was the best offensive player hands down this year. But Hunter was top 10 on both sides of the ball. I haven't witnessed something like that in my lifetime. Both deserved the Heisman and it's a shame one had to lose.

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Right so he wasn't even the best wr or db.

 

[gtlacey]

Thought Ohtani played outfield when he doesn’t pitch.

Not anymore. He might have back in Japan, but only played outfield 7 times for the Angels in 2021.

 

[gtlacey]

Right so he wasn't even the best wr or db.

Correct. He wasn't the best at either. But he was top 5 or top 10 at both and that's deserving of the Heisman, IMO. But Jeanty is also deserving of the Heisman!

 

[wildcat_husker]

I wanted Jeanty to win. But Hunter has a solid case being a top 5ish WR/DB. It's unprecedented. Having actually watched the games, he's insane.

Shouldn't have won the Biletnikoff. Not sure how they justify that.