Ohio State's Seven Heisman Trophy Winners

The Elite List

1. Vic Janowicz (1950) – Halfback/defensive back
2. Howard "Hopalong" Cassady (1955) – Halfback, "all-purpose" star
3. Archie Griffin (1974, 1975) – Only two-time winner; legendary running back
4. Eddie George (1995) – Powerful running back, led national title run
5. Troy Smith (2006) – Dual-threat quarterback
6. Ezekiel Elliott (2014) – *Note: Elliott was a finalist but did not win; the 2014 winner was Marcus Mariota (Oregon). Ohio State's actual 6th winner is Archie Griffin's two count as two, making total trophies = 7, but only 6 individuals. Wait—Correction: As of 2024, Ohio State has 7 Heisman trophies won by 6 players (Griffin twice). The list in the source includes Ezekiel Elliott (incorrect) and C.J. Stroud (2022 finalist, not winner). Accurate list: Janowicz, Cassady, Griffin (x2), George, Smith, and no 7th individual winner yet. Stroud was 3rd in 2021, 4th in 2022.

Correction Note

The original source contained inaccuracies. Ohio State has 7 Heisman Trophies (Griffin's two count separately) but 6 unique winners. No Buckeye has won since Troy Smith (2006).