Gunner Stockton, Jamal Roberts debut on Heisman Watch top contenders list
Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton and Missouri running back Jamal Roberts debut on the Sporting News Heisman Watch top contenders list heading into Week 7.
Gunner Stockton and Jamal Roberts have joined the Sporting News Heisman Watch top contenders list as college football heads into Week 7. Stockton, Georgia's quarterback, scored both touchdowns in Georgia's 20-17 victory over Alabama, contributing both a rushing and a passing TD. Roberts, Missouri's running back, rushed for 222 yards and two touchdowns as Missouri defeated Texas A&M 27-6, surpassing 200 rushing yards for the second straight week.
Alabama's Keelon Russell was previously on the top contenders list but now falls off after losing to Stockton, dropping to the fringe list. The Sporting News' Cliff Brunt and Jeff Hauser have compiled a watch list of players they consider strong Heisman candidates, including Stockton and Roberts, who are currently ranked in the top five.
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