Will Anderson did not have the Heisman Trophy on his list of preseason goals for 2021, but the Alabama outside linebacker dominated college football.
He was a finalist for the coveted bronze award and should have been in New York City for the presentation. Anderson had one of the greatest performances for a Crimson Tide player in school history and college football history. He led the team and nation in sacks (17.5) and tackles for loss (34.5). As an edge rusher, Anderson finished with 102 total tackles, nine quarterback hurries (team-high), and three pass deflections. He won the Bronko Nagurski Award and was a finalist for the Dick Butkus Award.