When I'm not buried in my AP homework, I'm watching college football. Which colleges have produced the most Heisman Trophy winners?
The University of Notre Dame, Ohio State, USC, and the University of Oklahoma jointly hold the record for the most Heisman Trophy winners, with each school boasting 7 winners.
It's worth noting that Heisman Trophies typically recognise individual talent, so while these schools have a strong tradition of producing winners, it doesn't necessarily reflect on their football program's overall strength or success. Other colleges with successful football programs might have fewer Heisman winners but have cultivated strong teams consistently over the years.
From this, getting a good sense of a college's sports culture, the strength of their football program, and opportunities for player development can be as informative as knowing about the college's number of individual award winners.
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