Heisman Aspirations to Reality
When Marcus Ardel Taulauniu Mariota was a child he keep a journal with his goals. One of those goals was to win the NCAA MVP award; The Heisman trophy. That goal became a reality last week when Mariota (the first Heisman winner in Oregon Ducks history) was presented with not only Heisman trophy but also the Davey O'Brien Award, the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award, the Maxwell Award, and the Walter Camp Award. Marcus Mariota posted an unbelievable season with 3783 all-purpose yards, 38 TD, and only 2 interceptions. This remarkable by the countries best QB has led the Oregon Ducks to a 12-1 98-1 in conference play) and also a berth in the inaugural Collage Football Playoffs (CFB).
I like Mariota a lot and think he was very deserving of the Heisman. He comes from a very humble background and in my opinion is a lot different compared to the other Heisman winners. When you look in the previous Heisman winner Jamies Winston, you see a very immature and arrogant young man. When I see Mariota, I see a guy that is mature and all about his team winning. Mariota cared more about his team's accomplishments then his own personal accomplishments and I think that is what makes him such a great player. I think he will be able to continue his success while competing at the professional level.
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