Heisman Debate: Comparing Bo Nix’s 2023 Season to 2022 Caleb Williams

Who had the Better Season?

At first glance, you'll likely side with Williams if you put the numbers side by side. Caleb Williams had more passing yards, touchdowns, and was also more effective on the ground. The nod goes to Williams, but it's certainly a much closer debate than the numbers might suggest. 

Caleb Williams 2022 Heisman Numbers

2022 Season Stats: 4,537 passing yards, 42 passing touchdowns, five interceptions, 382 rushing yards, ten rushing touchdowns

Bo Nix 2023 Regular Season Numbers

2023 Season Stats: 3,906 passing yards, 37 passing touchdowns, two interceptions, 159 rushing yards, six rushing touchdowns

Bo Nix Elevates Ducks

There's a reason the Ducks are in a position: if they win on Friday night against the Washington Huskies in the Pac-12 Championship, they'll likely find themselves in the College Football Playoff. Nix had a dominant campaign and is the Heisman front-runner heading into championship weekend. The value that Nix brings to the Ducks can't be understated, meaning you can understand why this is a conversation many are having about who had the better season over the last two years. 

Who had the Better Season?

At first glance, you'll likely side with Williams if you put the numbers side by side. Caleb Williams had more passing yards, touchdowns, and was also more effective on the ground. The nod goes to Williams, but it's certainly a much closer debate than the numbers might suggest.