At the beginning of the 2021 season, CJ Stroud did not look like a Heisman candidate. He struggled at times and would overthrow or miss open receivers. As the season went on, he improved tremendously and lead Ohio State to a Rose Bowl win. He finished the 2021-22 season with 4,435 passing yards and 44 touchdowns against only 6 interceptions. Stroud also set multiple single season records including: completion percentage (71.9), passer rating (186.6), and passing yards per game (369.5). With Stroud’s track record, a loaded 2022 schedule and the returning offensive weapons, Stroud is the clear leader in the…
Author: Cole Nelson
Cole Nelson
Cole has been writing for Gridiron Heroics since July 2022. He graduated from Lake Forest College with a degree in Communications in May 2021. He covers teams such as the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. You can follow him on twitter @cnthemaster
