NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiOctober 28, 2026Miami-Dade County
University of Miami campaigns for football stars Mensah and Toney as Heisman Trophy candidates
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The University of Miami is actively campaigning for quarterback Mensah and wide receiver Toney to be considered for the Heisman Trophy, highlighting their top national rankings in various statistical categories. Both players are currently positioned among the top contenders for college football's individual honor as the Hurricanes maintain an undefeated 7-0 record.
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The recognition could place two teammates among the rare duos to finish in the top three of Heisman voting, matching historical instances from past college football seasons.
Key Facts
- The University of Miami football team holds a 7-0 overall record and a 5-0 record in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
- Quarterback Mensah leads the country in yards per attempt at 10.54 and completion percentage at 81.4%.
- Mensah has thrown for 22 touchdowns and 1 interception this season.
- Wide receiver Toney leads the nation with 66 catches, and ranks third with 11 touchdown catches and 952 receiving yards.
- Most sportsbooks position both Mensah and Toney in the top three for the Heisman Trophy, trailing Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith.
- Only three instances have occurred in the last 50 seasons where college teammates finished in the top three of Heisman voting.
Who's Mentioned
PersonJason White“Past Heisman finalist for Oklahoma in 2004.”PersonMario Cristobal“Miami coach.”PersonBill Belichick“North Carolina coach.”OrganizationMiami“College football team currently ranked No. 1 with a 7-0 record.”PersonDeVonta Smith“Past Heisman finalist for Alabama in 2020.”PersonShannon Dawson“Miami offensive coordinator.”OrganizationAlabama“University represented by DeVonta Smith and Mac Jones.”OrganizationNorth Carolina“College football team with a 4-3 record.”PersonMac Jones“Past Heisman finalist for Alabama in 2020.”OrganizationOklahoma“University represented by Adrian Peterson and Jason White.”OrganizationUSC“University represented by Reggie Bush and Matt Leinart.”PersonNoah Fifita“Arizona quarterback ranked No. 2 in completion percentage.”PersonJeremiah Smith“Ohio State wide receiver and presumed Heisman favorite.”OrganizationOhio State“University with player Jeremiah Smith.”OrganizationThe Associated Press“News organization that interviewed the players.”PersonAdrian Peterson“Past Heisman finalist for Oklahoma in 2004.”PersonMatt Leinart“Past Heisman finalist for USC in 2005.”PersonReggie Bush“Past Heisman finalist for USC in 2005.”