Greg McElroy Names Drake Maye His "Darkhorse" Heisman Trophy Pick

Posted Nov 12, 2022
On ESPN's College Football Live, analyst Greg McElroy named his "darkhorse" candidate to win this year's Heisman Trophy: UNC quarterback Drake Maye. "I really believe this guy is not getting the attention he deserves. He hasn’t had the platform to be able to showcase his ability," McElroy said. Maye has 2,964 passing yards and 31 passing touchdowns. (The Spun)

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