Watching the Presidential Debate while drafting an article about the closing gap between Geno Smith and Braxton Miller in the Heisman Trophy race is dangerous.
Why, you ask?
Because instead of lining up statistics, comparing strength of schedules and looking at future opponents, all I can do is imagine the two quarterbacks in a crowded Pennsylvania hall somewhere fielding questions and making their case to be the next Heisman Trophy winner.
I tried to fight it. I promise, I really did. It was futile.
Without further delay, I present to you the 2012 Heisman Debate between candidate Braxton Miller and candidate Geno Smith … moderated by Robert Griffin lll.
Robert Griffin lll: Good evening ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to the 2012 Heisman Debate. My name is Robert Griffin III, and I will be moderating tonight’s event between Braxton Miller and Geno Smith. Each candidate will be asked questions and have the opportunity to respond accordingly, you know, like any debate you’ve ever seen before. Why do I need to explain this?
Anyway, let’s jump right in. The first question is for Geno Smith. Mr. Smith, your West Virginia team just lost to Texas Tech by five touchdowns. Why should Heisman voters overlook that?
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