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Alabama's DeVonta Smith, Mac Jones lead four Heisman Trophy finalists

Alabama teammates Mac Jones and DeVonta Smith, Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence and Florida quarterback Kyle Trask were announced as Heisman Trophy finalists on Thursday night.

Unlike 2019, when LSU quarterback Joe Burrow was the prohibitive favorite to win, the voting figures to be much closer without a clear front-runner emerging from the field. The Heisman Trophy winner will be awarded Jan. 5 in a virtual ceremony that will begin on ESPN at 7 p.m. ET.

Take your pick from the Alabama finalists. Smith made his case over the final month, stepping up with teammate Jaylen Waddle out and showing his ability to make explosive plays in space.