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Gunner Stockton, Jamal Roberts debut on Heisman Watch top contenders list

Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton and Missouri running back Jamal Roberts have both been added to the latest Heisman Trophy top contenders list ahead of Week 7, following standout performances that propelled their teams to key victories. Stockton delivered a dual-threat performance in Georgia’s 20–17 upset of Alabama, accounting for both Bulldogs’ touchdowns—one on the ground and one through the air—while also helping Georgia climb to the top of the Associated Press Top 25 rankings.

Meanwhile, Roberts dominated the ground game for Missouri, rushing for 222 yards and two touchdowns in a 27–6 win over Texas A&M, marking the second straight week he has surpassed 200 rushing yards. The momentum shift also saw Alabama’s Keelon Russell drop from the top contenders list after the loss to Stockton, landing him on the fringe instead.

This weekend’s schedule features two high-stakes matchups between contenders: Indiana’s Josh Hoover and Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith will face off, while Roberts and Missouri will host Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss in a clash of top-tier talent. Oregon State’s dynamic duo of quarterback Braden Atkinson and receiver Jesse Legree have also joined the fringe list, with Atkinson leading the nation in passing yards (2,257) and touchdowns (22) and Legree setting the pace in receiving yards (932) and receptions (12) with a 24.5-yard average per catch.

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