2007 Doak Walker Award

The Doak Walker Award is awarded annually to the nation's best running back. Having good academics also is part of the success it takes to receive this award. Named after the famed SMU running back, who was a 3 time all american and 1948 Heisman Trophy Winner. Last year's winner, Darren Mcfadden is trying to become the second repeat player of the award since Ricky Williams did in 97',98' at Texas University.

Mike Hart, SR, Michigan - The senior leader of the Wolverines has rushed for 1,232 yards on 233 carries, averaging 5.3 yards per carry while rushing for 12 TD's, with a long of 61 yards. Hart rushed for 1,232 yards while missing 3 games. He also caught 7 passes for 43 yards.

Darren McFadden, JR, Arkansas - The junior athlete who is up for the Heisman again this year has had a phenomenal campaign. McFadden ranks 4th in the nation in rushing yards with 1,725 yards on 304 carries averaging 5.7 yards per carry. He has 15 TD's rushing this year with a long of 80 yards. Coming out of the backfield as a receiver, McFadden has 21 receptions for 203 yards for 4 TD's and a long of 37 yards. His receptions and yards rank second on the Razorbacks. To add to all that he does for his team, McFadden also has thrown the ball this year. He has completed 6 passes out of 11 attempts for 123 yards and 4 TD's.

Ray Rice, JR, Rutgers - Rice has been the most reliable force on the Scarlet Knights football team. Rushing for at least 100 yards in all games but three. Ray ranks third in the nation with 1,732 yards on 345 carries for 5.0 yards per carry. He ranks 5th in the nation with 21 rushing TD's on the year. Ray has run for 1,700 yards plus in two consecutive years, to go along with his rushing feats Rice has 23 receptions for 224 yards and a TD.