Alabama's Amari Cooper a worthy Heisman Trophy candidate, regardless of position
By Alex Scarborough
Published October 29, 2014, 11:00:55 AM
It’s easy to look at Amari Cooper and be dismissive of his chances to win the Heisman Trophy.
First of all, he’s a receiver, meaning he’s reliant on someone else to get him the football, unlike, say, a quarterback or running back.
Secondly, he’s a receiver, meaning there hasn’t been a player at the position to win the award in more than two decades.
Lastly, he’s a receiver and nothing more, meaning the only two receivers to ever hoist the trophy, Desmond Howard and Tim Brown, both doubled as return men.
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