Kornacki: Peppers Makes Fast Friends with Heisman Finalists

Jabrill PeppersNEW YORK, N.Y. -- Jabrill Peppers didn't win the Heisman Trophy at the end of an elaborate presentation ceremony held at a Times Square theater. The prize went to Louisville quarterback Lamar Jackson, and Peppers was first to congratulate the youngest winner in Heisman history.

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Jackson, seated to the right of Peppers during the Saturday night (Dec. 10) announcement, stood up and immediately clasped right hands with Peppers before the two gave one another two-handed back slaps and a quick hug.

Then Jackson went forward to the stage to be greeted by the 22 Heisman winners in attendance, including Desmond Howard and Charles Woodson of…