Chicago'sJay Berwanger was awarded the first Heisman Trophy in 1935, ushering in an annual tradition that celebrates the best college football player in the country. Since then, running backs have taken home the trophy 40 times, most recently by Alabama 's Derrick Henry in 2015.
Which other positions have garnered the most Heisman wins throughout college football history?
Running back - 40
Last : Derrick Henry, Alabama (2015)
First : Jay Berwanger, Chicago (1935)
Quarterback - 38
Last : Jayden Daniels , LSU (2023)
First: Davey O'Brien, TCU (1938)
Wide receiver - 5
Last : Travis Hunter , Colorado (2024)
First : Johnny Rodgers, Nebraska (1972)
Cornerback - 2
Last : Travis Hunter, Colorado (2024)
First : Charles Woodson, Michigan (1997)
Fullback - 2
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