The Official GOAT List: Ranking the Greatest Heisman Trophy Winners of All Time
GoatWars fans rank Barry Sanders the greatest of all time among Heisman Trophy Winners, with a 71.8% Goatscore.
Chasing the crown: #2 Bo Jackson (59.1%), #3 Herschel Walker (52.3%).
The Greatest Heisman Trophy Winners of All Time league brings together the most legendary names in college football history. From Barry Sanders’ record-shattering runs to Tim Tebow’s leadership and Archie Griffin’s unmatched two Heismans, fans debate who truly deserves to be called the GOAT.
All Time ranks by all-time win rate across every head-to-head battle. Latest ranks by latest fan sentiment, updated as new battles are voted on.
GOAT List FAQs
Who is the greatest of all time among Heisman Trophy Winners?
GoatWars fans rank Barry Sanders the greatest of all time among Heisman Trophy Winners, with a 71.8% Goatscore.
How is the GOAT List calculated?
The GOAT List ranks every contender in Heisman Trophy Winners by Goatscore: the percentage of head-to-head GoatWars battles they have won, as voted by fans.
How many votes is this ranking based on?
This GOAT List is based on 804 fan votes in head-to-head battles, as of August 30, 2026.
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