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2016 Heisman Trophy tracker and local leaders

Week 1 of the college football season had everything a fan could ask for. There were huge upsets, nail-biting finishes, massive hits and some clutch performances from some of the biggest names in the game. It was also a very solid week from some of the best players from Utah schools.

Here is a look at the top Heisman Trophy candidates and the local leaders after the opening weekend of college football.

Heisman Trophy

Honorable mention

Leonard Fournette, LSU; Patrick Mahomes II, Texas Tech; Davis Webb, California; Deshaun Watson, Clemson

5. Deondre Francois, quarterback, Florida State

Francois had a huge night in his first game with Florida State as he led the team back from a 28-6 deficit to a 45-34 win over Mississippi.