Not too long ago I hoped and hoped for the better part of a summer that the rumors were true and CJ Spiller would transfer to Florida.  The guy has skills and should be a great player at the next level.  That being said, there must be some desperation from the previous running back winners to add to their numbers.  Whether you believe that the Heisman is an award for great statistical performances or an MVP award, Spiller hasn’t had a Heisman year.  He’s an all-purpose player who hasn’t excelled in any arena.

Spiller’s an all-purpose player, but is first and foremost a running back.  For the season he averages 81.2 yards per game on the ground and currently ranks 51st in the country.  He’s broken 100 yards three times.  Once was against a very good TCU defense.  The other two times were against Wake Forest and Florida State (93rd and 105th ranked rush defenses).  He struggled against a number of very mediocre defenses, including being held to 72 yards by a very poor Maryland defense in a losing effort.

Spiller is also used as a wideout in some formations.  He gained more than 100 yards via the air once all season…against Miami and their 59th ranked pass offense.  He averaged 38 yards per game as a receiver.

A Heisman winner should have a profound effect on their team.  They should make their team better.  While decent this year, Clemson is 8-3.  Their rushing offense is ranked 46th in the country.  Their passing offense is ranked 80th.  They’re 29th in the country in kick return yardage.  But their defense is ranked 12th in the country.  Which side of the ball is willing Clemson to the victories they have?