Heisman Watch (Week 2)

Week 2 is in the books, and there isn't much change from last week. All the top players either had a week off or continued their typical good performances. However next week there could be some changes. Oklahoma travels to Florida State which could shake up the standings.

1. Landry Jones QB Oklahoma

Last Week: Bye Next Week: @Florida State

Comments: Landry Jones didn't play this week, but next week could be his biggest game of the young season. Florida State is getting a lot of hype around the nation and if Jones can replicate what he did last year against them (380 yards 4 TDs) then he can entrench himself in the #1 spot for a while.

2. Andrew Luck QB Stanford

Last Week: 20/28 290 yards 4 TDs Next Week: @Arizona

Comments: After a slow start Andrew Luck and Stanford ended up rolling Duke in route to throwing for 4 TDs which ties his career high. Its was another strong performance by Luck whose sole INT came when the ball deflected off his receivers hands to a defender. Next week Luck travels to Arizona and faces off against the Wildcats in their first Pac 12 game of the year. Arizona struggled against Oklahoma State's passing attack, so Luck shouldn't have any issues putting up some impressive numbers.

3. Justin Blackmon WR Oklahoma State

Last Week: 128 yards 2 TDs Next Week: vs Tulsa

Comments: In a game that was never really close, Blackmon continued to show that he is contender for the Heisman Trophy. Against Arizona's over matched defense, Blackmon made up for no TDs last week and came away with 2 to go along with his 128 yards. Next week the Cowboys face off against in state Tulsa who struggled against Oklahoma in week 1. Look for Blackmon to go off against the Golden Hurricanes and keep him in the trophy hunt.

4. Kellen Moore QB Boise State

Last Week: Bye Next Week: @Toledo

Comments: The didn't play this week after their big win against Georgia. However the nation is still talking about Boise State and that is only a good thing for Moore in his quest to lead the Broncos to the National Title game and a shot at the Heisman Trophy. Next week Moore faces off against Toledo who gave Ohio State fits this past weekend. However Boise State and Moore thrives on weekday games and shouldn't have any problems. Look for Moore to complete a high percentage of his passes and put up around 250 yards in a route of the MAC foe. Just the usual.

5. Trent Richardson RB Alabama

Last Week: 111 yards 2 TDs Next Week: vs North Texas

Comments: After a previous week of only rushing for 37 yards, Richardson was back to his old ways and eclipsed the 100 yard mark in a win over top 25 ranked Penn State. With a young QB in AJ McCarron running the show, the Crimson Tide are going to be relying on Richardson to carry the load for them. If Richardson continues what he has done so far the Tide should be back in the National Title hunt for another year. Next week Richardson faces off against Sun Belt opponent North Texas which should be a game where he can pad his stats.

Keep an Eye on

Robert Griffen III QB Baylor

After their impressive win opening week against TCU, the Bears had a much needed week off to get their heads ready for the rest of the season. The next three games for the Bears should be cakewalks which will allow RG3 to load up the stats to gain the attention of the Heisman votes so they don't forget about the TCU game.

LeMichael James RB Oregon

James had a great day on Saturday. He had 181 total yards with 3 touchdowns. However he is starting to get overshadowed by two of his teammates, QB Daniel Thomas and RB DeAnthony Thomas. But his poor performance against LSU will always stick with him.

Daniel Thomas QB Oregon

In his second year as the starter Thomas has been nothing short of spectacular. He was good against LSU, and against Nevada he was even better throwing for 295 and 6 TDs. Right now he is best player on that team and could get the Heisman hype.

David Wilson RB Virginia Tech

Wilson had another solid game in a win against East Carolina. He rushed for 138 yards. His strong play and an easy schedule for the Hokies will give him a shot to be a Heisman finalist.

EJ Manuel QB Florida State

I'm not as high on FSU as a lot of other people are, but its hard not to give credit for how EJ Manuel has been playing. In their win he threw for 329 and 4 TDs. But next week will be their season. If the Seminoles can edge out Oklahoma and Manuel has a good game he can get vaulted into the top of the rankings. But that is easier said then done.