Ohio State’s Heisman winners throughout history
Buckeye Legends
Ohio State’s football history is packed with talent on both sides of the ball—and on the sidelines—from game-changing quarterbacks to dynamic receivers, defensive standouts, and iconic running backs.
Throughout the program’s run, six Buckeyes have capped off the regular season holding the game’s most prestigious honor — the Heisman Trophy.
Of course, No. 45 holds the distinction of winning the award twice.
Here’s a look back at the others who join him in the historical vault…
7. Les Horvath — 1944 Heisman Trophy winner
6. Vic Janowicz — 1950 Heisman Trophy winner
5. Howard 'Hopalong' Cassady — 1955 Heisman Trophy winner
4. Archie Griffin — 1974 Heisman Trophy winner
3. Archie Griffin — 1975 Heisman Trophy winner
2. Eddie George — 1995 Heisman Trophy winner
1. Troy Smith — 2006 Heisman Trophy winner
