Check out more information about the Heisman Trophy, which is set to take place on December 14, 2024 along with the trophy details and winner prize money
For the curious, the Heisman Trophy is the most coveted individual award in college football. For the 4th time, the ceremony will be presented by Nissan. This year’s edition will honor the 90th winner of the tournament.
Heisman Trophy 2024 trophy name, weight, height, size, winner prize money and all full winners list by year
The Heisman Trophy is a bronze masterpiece, iconic in its simplicity and steeped in a history of craftsmanship, determination, and flair.
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Designed in 1935 by American sculptor Frank Eliscu, the trophy was created in a bold departure from tradition by the Downtown Athletic Club.
Though the trophy was designed in 1935, it got its name in 1936 after the death of club’s athletic director John Heisman.
Seeking a design that embodied “athletic excellence” rather than a generic award, the authorities commissioned Frank Eliscu to bring their vision to life.
Heisman Trophy’s Designer
Eliscu found inspiration for the coveted trophy in his high school friend Ed Smith, a standout player for New York University’s 1934 football team. Unbeknownst to Smith, his modeling sessions would immortalize him as the face of the Heisman.
The iconic pose wasn’t left to chance. Eliscu collaborated with Jim Crowley, Fordham University’s head coach and a member of Notre Dame’s legendary “Four Horsemen.”
Crowley’s players demonstrated various football moves such as sidesteps, forward drives, and the now-famous stiff-arm, allowing Eliscu to sculpt a dynamic moment frozen in time.
After meticulous revisions and even an endorsement from Notre Dame’s football team, the final design emerged i.e., a statue brimming with movement and energy, capturing the spirit of the sport.
Weight & Size of Heisman Trophy
Weighing in at 45 pounds and measuring 14 inches long, 13 inches high, and 6 inches wide, the Heisman is as robust as the athletes who earn it.
Crafted through the ancient lost-wax casting process, the trophy has a timeless sheen. From 1935 to 1980, the Heisman was produced by Dieges & Clust, a firm synonymous with tradition.
Now, it’s crafted in Del City, Oklahoma, by MTM Recognition. Despite changes in production, the Heisman’s essence remains intact.
While winning the Heisman Trophy does not come with a cash prize, it does significantly increase a player’s chances of signing a professional contract and the trophy itself does not hold any monetary value, but the recognition and prestige that come with it can open doors for financial opportunities.
All Heisman Trophy winners since 1935
1935: RB Jay Berwanger (Chicago)
1936: TE Larry Kelley (Yale)
1937: HB Clinton Frank (Yale)
1938: QB Davey O’Brien (TCU)
1939: RB Nile Kinnick (Iowa)
1940: RB Tom Harmon (Michigan)
1941: RB Bruce Smith (Minnesota)
1942: RB Frank Sinkwich (Georgia)
1943: QB Angelo Bertelli (Notre Dame)
1944: HB Les Horvath (Ohio State)
1945: FB Doc Blanchard (Army)
1946: RB Glenn Davis (Army)
1947: QB John Lujack (Notre Dame)
1948: RB Doak Walker (SMU)
1949: TE Leon Hart (Notre Dame)
1950: RB Vic Janowicz (Ohio State)
1951: RB Dick Kazmaier (Princeton
1952: RB Billy Vessels (Oklahoma)
1953: RB John Lattner (Notre Dame)
1954: FB Alan Ameche (Wisconsin)
1955: RB Howard Cassady (Ohio State)
1956: QB Paul Hornung (Notre Dame)
1957: RB John David Crow (Texas A&M)
1958: RB Pete Dawkins (Army)
1959: RB Billy Cannon (LSU)
1960: RB Joe Bellino (Navy)
1961: RB Ernie Davis (Syracuse)
1962: QB Terry Baker (Oregon State)
1963: QB Roger Staubach (Navy)
1964: QB John Huarte (Notre Dame)
1965: RB Mike Garrett (Southern California)
1966: QB Steve Spurrier (Florida)
1967: QB Gary Beban (UCLA)
1968: RB O.J. Simpson (Southern California)
1969: RB Steve Owens (Oklahoma)
1970: QB Jim Plunkett (Stanford)
1971: QB Pat Sullivan (Auburn)
1972: WR Johnny Rodgers (Nebraska)
1973: RB John Cappelletti (Penn State)
1974: RB Archie Griffin (Ohio State)
1975: RB Archie Griffin (Ohio State)
1976: RB Tony Dorsett (Pittsburgh)
1977: RB Earl Campbell (Texas)
1978: RB Billy Sims (Oklahoma)
1979: RB Charles White (Southern California)
1980: RB George Rogers (South Carolina)
1981: RB Marcus Allen (Southern California)
1982: RB Herschel Walker (Georgia)
1983: RB Mike Rozier (Nebraska)
1984: QB Doug Flutie (Boston College)
1985: RB Bo Jackson (Auburn)
1986: QB Vinny Testaverde (Miami-Fla.)
1987: WR Tim Brown (Notre Dame)
1988: RB Barry Sanders (Oklahoma State)
1989: QB Andre Ware (Houston)
1990: QB Ty Detmer (Brigham Young)
1991: WR Desmond Howard (Michigan)
1992: QB Gino Torretta (Miami-Fla.)
1993: QB Charlie Ward (Florida State)
1994: RB Rashaan Salaam (Colorado)
1995: RB Eddie George (Ohio State)
1996: QB Danny Wuerffel (Florida)
1997: CB Charles Woodson (Michigan)
1998: RB Ricky Williams (Texas)
1999: RB Ron Dayne (Wisconsin)
2000: QB Chris Weinke (Florida State)
2001: QB Eric Crouch (Nebraska)
2002: QB Carson Palmer (Southern California)
2003: QB Jason White (Oklahoma)
2004: QB Matt Leinart (Southern California)
2005: RB Reggie Bush (Southern California)
2006: QB Troy Smith (Ohio State)
2007: QB Tim Tebow (Florida)
2008: QB Sam Bradford (Oklahoma)
2009: RB Mark Ingram (Alabama)
2010: QB Cam Newton (Auburn)
2011: QB Robert Griffin III (Baylor)
2012: QB Johnny Manziel (Texas A&M)
2013: QB Jameis Winston (Florida State)
2014: QB Marcus Mariota (Oregon)
2015: RB Derrick Henry (Alabama)
2016: QB Lamar Jackson (Louisville)
2017: QB Baker Mayfield (Oklahoma)
2018: QB Kyler Murray (Oklahoma)
2019: QB Joe Burrow (LSU)
2020: WR DeVonta Smith (Alabama)
2021: QB Bryce Young (Alabama)
2022: QB Caleb Williams (Southern California)
2023: QB Jayden Daniels (LSU)
Where to Watch
Football enthusiasts can head to the official site of ESPN and ESPN+ to stream Heisman Trophy online at 8:00 PM ET.