No. 1 — Troy Smith
Senior quarterback, Ohio State
How efficient is Smith? The last three quarterbacks to win the Heisman averaged about 451 pass attempts in their trophy-winning seasons. Smith is on pace for 290.
No. 2 — Steve Slaton
Sophomore running back, West Virginia
His chances hinge on West Virginia's Nov. 2 showdown with fellow unbeaten Louisville.
No. 3 — Brady Quinn
Senior quarterback, Notre Dame
He boosted his Heisman chances last week by leading Notre Dame on a game-winning drive with one minute left against UCLA.
