Corum Longshot Heisman Scenario
I doubt Corum will play against Purdue this weekend, but if he does, could he steal the Heisman from USC’s Williams? If Utah somehow shuts USC down and Williams throws a few picks and looks human, and Corum plays, rushes for 200 plus yards, and scores 3 TDs, could he garner enough votes at the eleventh hour to win it? A strong performance against Purdue likely wouldn’t turn heads, but you never know.
November 29th, 2022 at 6:42 PM ^
Nahga he na na jar…
naghana win heisman…. But he’ll get a ring and maybe 2
November 29th, 2022 at 6:43 PM ^
No, and he also shouldn't play under basically any circumstances.
November 29th, 2022 at 6:46 PM ^
Any? Huh?
So Blake goes to coach and says "Coach, I feel great! Pain totally gone." Training and med staff evaluate and agree. He still shouldn't play? Dude, that's nonsense.
November 29th, 2022 at 8:08 PM ^
I understand your concern but the fine posters on this board clearly know what's best for Michigan's student athletes.
November 29th, 2022 at 9:24 PM ^
Didn’t he just get his knee scoped? That’s not exactly a kiddie vaccine, band aide, and lollipop then go play Purdue. He should be ready for the first round of the playoffs.
November 30th, 2022 at 1:10 PM ^
Did he? I haven't seen this anywhere. You have a source?
November 29th, 2022 at 8:09 PM ^
Doctors said he can’t make it worse, why shouldn’t he play?
If he can’t cut off it like during OSU, then he shouldn’t.
November 29th, 2022 at 6:46 PM ^
In a hypothetical world where Corum wasn't at 30% but healthy all the sudden and he runs for 200+?
No. It's Williams' award. Even if he stumbled and had a bad outing they'd just go down the line back to Stroud or someone. Blake would be invited (and still may be as a 5th guy or something) but he wouldn't win.
Once the media decides a guy has won, he won. The media is unanimous right now that Williams won. He could sit this next game and win it, IMO.
November 29th, 2022 at 6:47 PM ^
A huge day against Ohio would have put him out front. He missed out. We move on
November 29th, 2022 at 7:53 PM ^
Blake Corum is a team player which is the mark of a true Michigan Man. He realizes that the football program is still bigger than he is. His goal is the team's goal: Beat Purdue on Saturday then win Game 1 in the CFP and then win the National Title. Period!
November 29th, 2022 at 6:48 PM ^
It’s over.
November 29th, 2022 at 6:55 PM ^
Unfortunately, he's not going to win. But I hope he gets a trip to NY.
I would like to see Michael Penix, Jr. getting a little more love.
November 29th, 2022 at 7:20 PM ^
He'll be really stiff competition
November 29th, 2022 at 9:27 PM ^
It might be hard, but he could get in
November 29th, 2022 at 8:09 PM ^
Not the only penix I'd like to see get a little more love.
November 29th, 2022 at 8:19 PM ^
Penix is already in. You can just feel it.
November 29th, 2022 at 9:11 PM ^
This expectation may be a little premature
November 29th, 2022 at 10:27 PM ^
You've only seen the tip of what he can do.
November 29th, 2022 at 7:02 PM ^
I hope Williams balls out,SC wins and the buckeyes are heartbroken.
November 30th, 2022 at 3:12 AM ^
At first I thought this was another Penix joke.
November 29th, 2022 at 7:03 PM ^
zero chance he plays against purdue. i just hope he can play in semi final game and be effective.
November 29th, 2022 at 8:47 PM ^
Well, they came out and said that his knee bruise usually keeps them out 2-6 weeks? Let’s pray to the football Gods (whom are finally on UMs side) that he’s ready for the playoffs. I need more Corum for my man crush.
November 29th, 2022 at 7:07 PM ^
I don’t think we will see Corum until the playoffs. The Don, and his side kick CJ,will hold down the fort until then. Go Blue #Back2Back
November 29th, 2022 at 7:09 PM ^
I feel bad for Blake, but really - for all the fanfare the Heisman award gets, it's a dumb award. It's just a stupid concept in a game as team-oriented and specialized as football. Maybe it made sense in the days when guys played both ways all over the field. But in the modern era, it's pretty silly.
November 29th, 2022 at 7:12 PM ^
Williams won it. Let’s not forget a lot of the voting is done. I’d go Williams at 1. Blake 2. Stroud 3. Maye 4.
November 29th, 2022 at 7:12 PM ^
DO NOT EVEN PLAY CORUM
November 29th, 2022 at 9:28 PM ^
Disagree. He should come in during the victory formation and flash that smile.
November 29th, 2022 at 7:16 PM ^
Blake is all about team goals. After his knee scope, he needs a few weeks to get healthy and ready for a run at the NC.
November 29th, 2022 at 7:22 PM ^
I agree about team goals. He has demonstrated that by many of his actions.
Didn't realize he had his knee scoped. When? And how long does the recovery take for an athlete? Thanks
November 29th, 2022 at 7:40 PM ^
Agree... this is the second time a scope has been mentioned in passing on MGoBlog, but I can't find one source outside of blog to confirm. Where are you hearing this?
November 29th, 2022 at 8:22 PM ^
Sorry, totally regurgitated this info. I can not confirm the info, but thought it was factual.
November 29th, 2022 at 7:25 PM ^
The best rb in the big ten for years. Deserves an invite to nyc.
November 29th, 2022 at 9:23 PM ^
Not sure. He's running behind an awesome offensive line. (Look what Edwards did on Saturday with Corum out).
Meanwhile, look at what Walker did for MSU last year. I agree with what Brian said -- Walker should have won five Heismann's last year for what he achieved, running behind that offensive line.
November 29th, 2022 at 7:40 PM ^
Blake will win it next year. En route to back to back Nattys.
November 29th, 2022 at 8:01 PM ^
USC losing may hurt our playoff matchups and would allow OSU back in.
Probably best to root for Williams winning the Heisman.
November 29th, 2022 at 8:07 PM ^
i got him at +1400 in early september, but it ain’t happening.
November 29th, 2022 at 8:10 PM ^
Whatever's best for Corum's health.
Go Blue!
November 29th, 2022 at 8:19 PM ^
Williams would probably need 5+ turnovers and Utah pretty much shutting them out for them to even consider someone else winning the Heisman. If that happens and Corum sets the Michigan single-game record for rushing yards, TDs, etc maybe he has a tiny tiny chance.
November 29th, 2022 at 8:25 PM ^
I felt bad for Corum Saturday. I know he loved the win but I bet it tore him up not being able to contribute
November 29th, 2022 at 10:29 PM ^
Well, he was a key part of the victory formation.
November 29th, 2022 at 9:17 PM ^
Considering that the semifinalists were announced already, and Corum isn’t included; no, no he could not win the Heisman with an amazing performance this weekend.
November 30th, 2022 at 6:58 AM ^
When were they announced?
December 1st, 2022 at 12:50 AM ^
Uh…. Good question. I heard that they’d been announced Monday, IIRC. And looking back now, I can’t find any mention of it at all. The report that I heard must have been presumptuous.
Blake still doesn’t have a shot, unfortunately, but I retract my statement.
November 29th, 2022 at 9:21 PM ^
Corum wasn't going to win anyway. Even before OSU. Even before Illinois. The Heismann is mainly a quarterback's award these days anyway. And besides, as much as we love Corum, I'm not even sure he's going to be a first round draft pick (he's too small, and he exchanged his break-away speed for leg-strength). While that's not in any way dispositive about winning the Heismann ... it's at least an indication. No way Blake Corum was going to win the award this year.
But also ... have you seen Caleb Williams play? The guy is amazing. He gets my vote.
November 29th, 2022 at 10:13 PM ^
No, Williams needs to lead USC to a win to keep OSU out of the playoffs.
November 30th, 2022 at 6:21 PM ^
Impossible to be sour about last weekend, but if it were Corum healthy and dashing for 200+ and 2TD against the buckeyes in that fashion it would have given Blake the “Heisman Moment” he lacked that is so crucial. Hope he has a seat in NY still