LEADING MEN
ERIC CROUCH
Quarterback, Nebraska
Monster game from a numbers perspective against Colorado, but blowout loss hurts. Beware of last-minute ballot changes.
Season: 203 carries, 1,115 yards, 18 TDs; 105 for 189, 1,510 yards, 7 TDs.
NextTBA
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KEN DORSEY
Quarterback, Miami
Since Crouch might fizzle, Dorsey is sure to gain more support even though he had only 189 yards against Washington.
Season: 163 for 274, 2,417 yards, 22 TDs.
Nextat No. 16 Virginia Tech, Saturday
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REX GROSSMAN
Quarterback, Florida
Will the fact that he’s a sophomore be held against him? Not if he does to Tennessee what he has done to most every other opponent. A big game could clinch it.
Season: 226 for 344, 3,534 yards, 32 TDs.
Nextvs. No. 7 Tennessee, Saturday
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JOEY HARRINGTON
Quarterback, Oregon
The numbers aren’t as good as Grossman’s, but he’s older, plays in a tough conference and has the reputation for being a comeback king. Can’t stumble against Oregon State.
Season: 175 for 300, 2,310 yards, 23 TDs.
Nextvs. Oregon State, Saturday
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ANTWAAN RANDLE EL
Quarterback, Indiana
The Hoosiers won the Old Oaken Bucket from Purdue during one of Randle El’s average days. Can’t say that will be a boost to his chances.
Season: 189 carries, 987 yards, 9 TDs; 110 for 219, 1,566 yards, 7 TDs.
Nextvs. Kentucky, Saturday
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