Greg McElroy Picks Georgia Player as Dark Horse Heisman Candidate

SEC Now Host Greg McElroy listed this Georgia Bulldog as a dark horse for the Heisman Trophy.

Christian Kirby II | Jul 17, 2024

Nov 25, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Dillon Bell (86) runs after a catch against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the second quarter at Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports / Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

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SEC Now Host Greg McElroy listed this Georgia Bulldog as a dark horse for the Heisman Trophy.

With the “Talking Season” officially underway for college football, many experts have already begun making predictions for the 2024 college football season. To join in the predictions, SEC Network’s “SEC Now” hosts began sharing their predictions for Heisman candidates in the SEC.

As the discussion continued, host Greg McElroy was prompted on who he felt might be a dark horse candidate for this season. The former Alabama quarterback had this to say.

"I would go with someone who can impact the game in a bunch of different ways." Said McElroy. "I would go with Dillon Bell from Georgia."

Bell burst onto the scene during the Bulldogs’ 2023 season when he played multiple positions for the Bulldogs including running back and wide receiver. He also became one of the few players in Georgia history to receive, rush for, and throw for a touchdown in a season.

With the ability to make an impact in numerous ways for a high-profile team such as the Georgia Bulldogs. Dillon Bell’s 2024 season could create some Heisman buzz.

Coverage for the 2024 SEC Media Days will continue throughout the week with coaches and players addressing the media and answering questions. Below is the full SEC Media Days schedule for coaches.