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2 Latino QBs are the top candidates for the Heisman and are set to make history

2 Latino QBs are the top candidates for the Heisman and are set to make history

Summary

Fernando Mendoza and Diego Pavia, quarterbacks from Indiana and Vanderbilt respectively, are top candidates for the Heisman Trophy in college football. They are among the finalists, along with Notre Dame's Jeremiyah Love and Ohio State's Julian Sayin. Mendoza and Pavia aim to make history as the third Latino players to win this prestigious award.

Key Facts

  • Fernando Mendoza and Diego Pavia are top candidates for the Heisman Trophy.
  • Mendoza would be the first Cuban American to win the Heisman.
  • Mendoza, from Indiana Hoosiers, threw 33 touchdowns and ran for six, setting a school record.
  • Diego Pavia played for Vanderbilt and led the team to a 10-2 record.
  • Pavia was the first Vanderbilt player to be named a Heisman finalist.
  • The Heisman Trophy is awarded to the best player in college football.
  • The other finalists are Jeremiyah Love from Notre Dame and Julian Sayin from Ohio State.
  • The winner will be announced on Saturday night, airing on ABC.
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