COLUMBUS, Ohio — In the modern college football landscape, the Heisman Trophy has evolved beyond simply identifying the most outstanding player in the nation. There are seemingly unwritten rules that guide voters, particularly after the playoff system expanded to include 12 teams.

On a recent episode of Buckeye Talk , hosts Stephen Means , Andrew Gillis and Stefan Krajisnik engaged in a fascinating debate about their personal Heisman voting philosophies, revealing the unofficial criteria that truly determine who lifts the iconic trophy.

Perhaps the most controversial standard emerged when Means articulated what many Heisman voters likely believe: a championship-or-bust mentality.

“If you are not in the playoff, I don’t think I can vote for you unless you are an outlier,” Means e

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