Travis Hunter wins Heisman Trophy. He is sixth player with Georgia ties to win it

Here is the list of local recipients for the trophy, awarded to the top player in college football:

Frank Sinkwich, 1942, University of Georgia

George Rogers, 1980, Duluth High

Herschel Walker, 1982, University of Georgia, Johnson County High

Charlie Ward, 1993, Thomas County Central High

Cam Newton, 2010, Westlake High

Travis Hunter, 2024, Collins Hill High

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