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Annual award for the most valuable college football player
The Heisman Memorial Trophy is awarded annually since 1935 to the top player in college football. It is considered the most prestigious award in the sport and is presented by the Heisman Trophy Trust following the regular season in December. The most recent winner is former Indiana Hoosiers quarterback, and first overall 2026 NFL Draft pick Fernando Mendoza.
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