With Heisman Trophy conversations starting to carry a little more weight, multiple performances this week showed why certain players are already on the short list.
In a season where true freshmen are shining in the spotlight, Oklahoma's Michael Hawkins Jr. is another name to add to that list. The Sooners decided to start Hawkins this past week, and the results spoke for themselves in a road victory Saturday.
We also saw some high-stakes games in Tuscaloosa and South Bend, and continued success from some unexpected sources.
Our college football experts break down key takeaways from Week 5.