Johnny Manziel became the first freshman winner of the Heisman Trophy. and he gave a wonderful acceptance speech. Although i was hoping Manti Te'o would win, I was happy for Johnny Football, who represented his university well.

Te'o received a higher vote total than any player, who played defense only. Of course, time will help determine his place in college football history, but he may go down as the greatest defensive player in NCAA history.

I'd have to say that the greatest college defensive players in my life are Te'o, Ross Browner, Hugh Green, Bruce Smith, Steve Emtman and Ndamukong Suh. And just a stone's throw from this group I'd put Charles Woodson, Kenny Easley and Deion Sanders.