In pondering USA TODAY writer Paul Myerberg's list of the top 10 contenders for the 2019 Heisman Trophy, it occurs to me that Nebraska quarterback Adrian Martinez fits well at No. 7 and actually could be a notch or two higher.
This is not the local columnist showing favoritism or being provincial. This is not hyperbole. This is simply recognizing that the Husker sophomore is a rare talent and should be recognized as such.
This is recognizing his strong numbers this season -- 2,617 passing yards with 17 touchdowns as well as 629 rushing yards -- while understanding he pushed through a knee injury suffered early in the season while also remembering he was a true freshman helping the program navigate a transition year.