Stetson Bennett has accumulated many different monikers during his time in Athens. Walk-on, back-up, starting quarterback, SEC champion and national champion just to name a few.
You can now add Heisman Trophy finalist to the list, as Bennett was one of four finalists for college football’s most prestigious individual award.
Joining Bennett will be USC quarterback Caleb Williams, TCU quarterback Max Duggan and Ohio State quarterback CJ Stroud.
Georgia has not had a finalist in New York for the Heisman Trophy since Garrison Hearst did it back in 1992. Twice in program history has Georgia had a player win the Heisman Trophy, with Herschel Walker winning in 1982 and Frank Sinkwich doing so in 1942.
Bennett led Georgia to a 13-0 record this season, throwing for 20 touchdowns and 3,425 yards. He also ran for seven touchdowns as well, while leading Georgia to its first SEC championship since 2017 and the No. 1 overall ranking.
After Saturday’s 50-30 win over LSU, Georgia coach Kirby Smart made his case for why Bennett was worthy of such recognition.
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