Gio Bernard For The Heisman

The 74 yard punt return for a touchdown to win the game was one of those season defining moments that seals the deal and clinches the Heisman Trophy for Gio Bernard except that it will not happen. The punt return is the stuff of that legends are made of. He inserted himself into the game at that point in spite of the fact that that he had tweaked his ankle earlier in the game. I do not know if the "circumstances" at UNC are dictating that he is getting no national recognition even though he is leading the nation in all purpose yardage per game. He had 304 against NC State's highly rated defense. He will miss out on getting to play on the national stage due to the fact the 'Heels cannot play in the ACC Championship or a bowl game but the Heisman Trophy has already been handed out by then. I do not believe you should punish a player for something he had no part in. Cam Newton is still displaying his Heisman Trophy with pride, bought and paid for my Auburn University. He also escaped free of charge and was given the trophy with a huge smile on his face. I believe that Gio Bernard is the best all-around back in college football and it is a shame he will not be allowed to claim the trophy.