ACC Heisman Watch: Week 5 |
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Tajh Boyd 3.
Sammy Watkins
1. EJ Manuel, QB, Florida State.
Tajh Boyd
RS Jr. Quarterback
#10 6-1, 225
Hampton, VA
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, QB, Clemson. Boyd was on the losing end of that game in Tallahassee, but he is still a player to keep an eye on as the season progresses. For one, Clemson still is nationally ranked and a team with a tremendous amount of talent. For another, Boyd did have some really nice plays against the Seminoles and led this team to a 28-14 lead into the third quarter. He finished with 237 yards passing, three touchdowns and a very costly interception in the second half, and I wouldn't completely count him out just yet. Boyd has 984 yards passing, nine touchdowns and two interceptions on the season. 
Sammy Watkins
So. Wide Receiver
#2 6-1, 205
Fort Myers, FL
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, WR, Clemson. The same goes for Watkins, who had a handful of dazzling plays against Florida State -- but not enough to make a difference in the game. Florida State did an exceptional job shutting him down in the pass game, as his six receptions went for only 24 yards. His best play was his 52-yard touchdown throw to
Andre Ellington
Andre Ellington
RS Sr. Running Back
#23 5-10, 195
Moncks Corner, SC
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. If Watkins is to truly remain a part of the Heisman conversation, he needs bigger games from here on out.
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