We could also have a Heisman winner. This is a case where the media would jump on it because of the story it would be. What Joey has accomplished despite it all is remarkable.
- No offers out of high school
- About to quit and be a firefighter
- Drives 90 minutes each way to play JUCO for 2 years
- Appalachian State gives him a chance
- Wins job and throws for more NCAA yards than anyone in 2 years
- Gets dream opportunity at UCLA in front of family
- Dream scenario chases Nico and kicks him to the curb. He's used to rejection and doubters. This kid is unbreakable. Mentally tough. His parents deserve a lot of credit here for the young man they raised. He DOES NOT QUIT again.
- Lands at Tennessee by the grace of God and finds himself in QB battle
- Wins starting job to little fanfare
- Told by national media he sucks, throws too many picks, and Tennessee will struggle to make a bowl game
- Has us at 4-1 and probably should be 5-0. Smashing records. Believes in himself, his Lord, and his teammates. Trusts WR's to make plays. Takes hits. Blocks, Runs. Forgets mistakes quickly.
If Joey Aguilar takes us to the playoffs, he should win the Heisman, period. They can have their freaking 5-stars and preseason hype. We have what we deserve. A leader that resembles us. Forgotten, spit on, ridiculed, and might just come out on top.