Alabama’s DeVonta Smith became the first wide receiver in 29 years to win the Heisman Trophy on Tuesday night.
Smith’s win comes just six days before his Crimson Tide plays Ohio State in the national championship game as the COVID-19 pandemic delayed the ceremony and made it a virtual one. Smith accepted his Heisman Trophy and made his speech at Alabama’s football facility instead of in New York City.
The senior returned to Alabama in 2020 along with teammate Najee Harris to help the Tide win a national title after the school missed the College Football Playoff for the first time in 2019.