Author: Reece Judish
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Inside the Mind of an Analyst: An Interview with a Pro Football Focus Data Collector and Oregon Ducks Recruiting Intern
Football is a game of precision, strategy and raw talent. Behind every pass, every run, and every touchdown is a massive amount of data and analysis. To better understand our ongoing question of who deserves the Heisman trophy and some of the controversy around it, I interviewed a colleague who is deeply involved in football…
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Is There a Clear Choice for Heisman? How The Contenders Match Up Heading Into the Final Week of the Regular Season
As we head into the final week of the regular season, the Heisman Trophy race is eating up, with several players making a strong case for the award. While standout performances on the field are the main focus, their public image could be just as important in keeping them in the spotlight. This week, I…
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Heisman Watch Post Week 12: Travis Hunter Continues To Surge As Narratives Shape the Race.
As week 12 concludes, the front-runners for Heisman haven’t changed but shifted. Colorado’s Travis Hunter, Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty, Miami’s Cam Ward and Oregon’s Dillon Gabriel are navigating a mix of performance and perception to keep their campaigns alive. Let’s break down the latest odds and how their performances this past week have shaped their…
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Using Data to Break Down the Heisman Race: How Infographics Tell the Story
In the fast-paced world of college football, The Heisman Trophy race is as much about narratives as it is about stats. For fans, analysts, and players alike, keeping up with the ever-changing odds can be challenging. This is where infographics can come in handy: a tool that simplifies complex data into a digestible visual piece.…
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Two-Way Star or Pure Dominance? Questions Arise Heading Into Week 12
Week after week, the Heisman Trophy race tightens, and this season is shaping up to be one of the most competitive in years. Players from all corners of college football are making strong cases, with standout performances that leave us debating who truly deserved the top honor. As we dive into the week’s Heisman update,…
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Breaking Through the Bias: How Regional Preferences Influence the Heisman Race
Every college football fan has heard of the term East Coast bias, especially when Heisman contenders from smaller, Western schools get overlooked. As the Heisman race heats up, it’s worth examining how regional media focus and visibility can impact players’ chances, brand building, and public image. Here’s a closer look at how this bias affects…
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The Changing Face of the Heisman Race: Travis Hunter New No. 1?
Week 10 of the 2024 college football season was intense and packed with great performances from all around the country. The top contenders for the Heisman have been super consistent and there is honestly a case to be made for much more athletes as well. There were some standout performances and some bye weeks for…
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Nike’s CSR in Football: Powerful Advocacy or Strategic Branding?
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is a defining aspect of a brands image, particularly in the world of sports. In this blog, let’s examine one of the biggest sporting goods brands out their, Nike, and their CSR practices as it relates to college football and their reputation overall. Nike’s legacy in social advocacy is significant, but…
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Rising Stars In Week 9: How the Heisman Race is Formulating Heading Into Week 10
Week 9 of the 2024 College football season was a good one. It also left us second-guessing some of the top players and where we position them in this week’s college football Heisman pole. As the race intensifies, each contender is not only fighting for the title but also a brand that can help define…
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Supporting Champions On and Off the Field: How the College Football Playoff Foundation is Making an Impact
Every college football fan understands the hype around the Heisman Trophy race each year. On our journey of tracking the progress of this race, there is a whole other side to college football that goes over a lot of people’s heads. The College Football Playoff Foundation (CFPF) plays a critical role in the world of…
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