Five Heisman Trophy finalists announced

Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson is a Heisman Trophy finalist for the second consecutive season, joining Louisville quarterback Lamar Jackson, Michigan linebacker Jabrill Peppers and Oklahoma teammates Dede Westbrook and Baker Mayfield.

Lamar Jackson • Soph. QB • Louisville (9-3) Next game (Dec. 31): Citrus Bowl vs. LSU Jackson is second in the nation in total yards per game (410.7) and has accounted for 51 touchdowns (21 rushing TDs and 30 TD passes) with 13 turnovers (nine INTs and four lost fumbles) in 12 games.

Deshaun Watson • Jr. QB • Clemson (12-1) Next game (Dec. 31): Fiesta Bowl vs. Ohio State Watson finished third in last year’s voting. He averages 341.8 yards per game and has 43 touchdowns (six rushing and 37 passing) with 15 turnovers (all interceptions) in 13 games.

Dede Westbrook • Sr. WR • Oklahoma (10-2) Next game (Jan. 2): Sugar Bowl vs. Auburn Westbrook has 74 catches for 1,465 yards and 16 touchdowns and has more receptions covering at least 20 yards (26) than any receiver in the country.

Baker Mayfield • Jr. QB • Oklahoma (10-2) Next game (Jan. 2): Sugar Bowl vs. Auburn Mayfield finished fourth in the balloting last year, but did not get an invite to the Heisman presentation. On pace to break the NCAA record for passer efficiency rating in a season (197.75).

Jabrill Peppers • Jr. LB • Michigan (10-2) Next game (Dec. 30): Orange Bowl vs. Florida State Peppers is the first defensive player to be a Heisman finalists since Notre Dame linebacker Manti Teo was a distant runner-up to Johnny

Manziel in 2012.