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Heisman watch

No. 1 — Troy Smith

Senior quarterback, Ohio State

The Spartans will get their shot to knock Smith down the Heisman list Saturday.

No. 2 — Adrian Peterson

Junior running back, Oklahoma

Peterson stays on the list because he topped the 100-yard mark against one of the nation's best rush defenses last week.

No. 3 — Garrett Wolfe

Senior running back, N. Illinois

Wolfe ran for 162 yards last week — and it was considered somewhat disappointing. A showdown with Iowa will be his last chance to show he's more than a MAC wonder.

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