I think that gets into the, how does he realistically have a shot at the Heisman?Yup - JH only needs 57 yards to be the best all time single season rushing QB at Bama.
I think it does start with Louisville losing again and Jackson struggling. I think that could bring leadership into the discussion.
Then what else? Hurts isn't likely to hit 15 rushing TDs, or 1,000 yards. But, if he can stay ahead in the SEC in rushing TDs, and can break the Alabama rushing record that will give people something to talk about.
In terms of passing, Hurts could sneak ahead of Dobbs (to 4th in the SEC) in yards and hit the 2,500 mark. With touchdowns he could probably pass 20 and be 4th in the SEC as well. He's already third in rating and with the two guys in front of him not playing, I'm not sure he's going to catch either.
So, what does that amount to? He'll be the best rushing quarterback Alabama has ever had. He'll both be able to lay his claim as one of the top rushers and passers in the SEC. Not to mention the prestige of leading the only major conference undefeated team. But, how much does leadership matter, how much does the team performance matter, and how much is it just about stats? If it's just stats, he has no chance. And I don't think he has that much of a chance...
By the way, Alabama's SoS is 6 and Louisville's SoS is 64. There's just no question that Jackson's stats are padded by playing weaker opponents. For example, Jake Browning had a lousy game against USC. Chad Kelly understandably had an off night against LSU. Jackon's big passing games came against Charlotte, Marshall, Virginia, and Boston College. I'm not saying he isn't deserving, or that Hurts is a better player. Just pointing out that Hurts deserves some recognition for what he's done.
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