Heisman Milestones and Firsts Through the Years

Manziel's victory adds to the history of college football's most legendary award

Texas A&M’s Johnny Manziel became the first freshman to win the Heisman Trophy on Friday, adding another milestone to one of the most storied awards in sports.

From the first African-American to win the award, to the first sophomore, to the first West Coast winner, the milestones achieved during the Heisman’s roll call of 78 winners have reshaped the award.

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Greatest Moments in the Army-Navy Game's History

America's Game Has Produced Some Classic Encounters

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College Football’s Most Surprising Starts

Iowa State, Vanderbilt, FIU and San Diego State among those at 3-0.

After three weeks of the college football season, we haven’t seen much movement in the Top 25. Oregon and Florida State have a loss, but both of those defeats were to other Top 10 teams.

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