Dillon Gabriel Named Heisman Finalist

Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel has been named a finalist for the 2024 Heisman Trophy, celebrating a remarkable season that includes leading his team to a 13-0 record and the Big Ten Championship. Gabriel, who has thrown for 3,558 yards and 28 touchdowns, joins fellow finalists Travis Hunter of Colorado, Ashton Jeanty of Boise State, and Cam Ward of Miami, with the winner set to be announced on December 14 in New York City. This honor follows Gabriel's recognition as the AP's Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year and marks him as the fifth Heisman finalist in Oregon's history. Gabriel's performance has also earned him a spot in the College Football Playoff, and he will attend the William V. Campbell Trophy ceremony in Las Vegas before heading to New York. Proudly representing Hawaii, Gabriel reflects on the legacy of past Hawaiian football stars and his responsibility to honor that tradition. His exceptional season has solidified his status among college football's elite players, following in the footsteps of notable Oregon predecessors like Marcus Mariota.