Ring Up the Heisman?

There are several reasons why Javon Ringer is and should continue to be considered in the early Heisman discussion. However, the sad reality is that Javon Ringer will undoubtedly be overlooked when the final vote comes around. Now, I'd be whining if I bitched and moaned about the east coast bias or the popularity contest the Heisman itself has become. Although, that stuff is fun to mention...right?

OK, right no bitching. Rather, today I figured it best to just give you the reasons why Ringer should win the Heisman. And why, if you or I had a vote or a voice of reason...we'd make sure he wins that friggin' award.

1. He's going to set records: Now, I'm hardly up-to-speed on my College statistics. Yet, I'm fairly certain he's going to set a record for carries in one game. I'm thinking he could easily land around the 60 carry mark in one game. Am I exaggerating...yes, but only for effect. Seriously though, he is on pace to rush for 33 TD's this season. And is that possible...probably not, but 25 is totally doable.

2. He is Michigan State: And I mean that, both figuratively and literally. This team has absolutely nothing else. Nothing. Sure, Mark Dell is promising, but Hoyer stinks. The defense is an ongoing disaster and really there is only option, Ringer. When he's not toting the rock on average of 36 times per game, he's also returning kick-offs. He does it all and he's the only one on the Spartans that is really capable of doing anything.

3. Appreciate the Blue Collar: The Heisman award has become all about finesse and popularity. Isn't it time we award a "work horse" who simply wills his way in everyone game. I mean don't we love an underdog? Ringer is a little guy with a huge heart that just keeps pounding the rock. He ain't afraid to get dirty and grind out a game. I mean after all, isn't that the Big 10 strategy - run two HB dives and then go play action? Well, Ringer is fine going HB dive-HB dive, HB-draw. It's just his nature.

Yeah, I know pretty lame reasons to vote for a guy with an outside chance after only four games. However, rest assured if Ringer stays healthy...he'll reach the masses. Unfortunately, he plays for Michigan State and that will most likely be the nail in his coffin. Well, at least all us Spartan fans can dream...for now.