LeBron James hypes up Ohio State quarterback CJ Stroud for Heisman
September is winding down and it’s time for Heisman campaigns to kick off in earnest — and Ohio State quarterback CJ Stroud has a high profile surrogate stumping for him: LeBron James.
The King fired off a tweet on Saturday night as Stroud torched Wisconsin, continuing his hot start to the year. James was clear about his intentions, adding #HeismanStroud to his post.
Stroud finished the conference opener with 281 passing yards, five touchdowns and an interception — which came on a deep throw late in the first half on a strong play from the Wisconsin defender. It was also his first of the season. He completed 17-of-27 passes as Ohio State busted out to an early lead and cruised to a 45-21 win to get to 4-0.
Stroud was a betting favorite to win the Heisman in 2022 after being a finalist in 2021.
And prior to Saturday night, he was already sizzling. Stroud entered the game with 941 passing yards and 11 touchdowns (and no interceptions) while completing nearly 73% of his passes.
James has long been known to be an Ohio State fan, so expect him to keep stumping for Stroud as the season goes on.
Ohio State wideout Marvin Harrison Jr. had some unique style on the field Saturday night
Things got uncompetitive rapidly between Ohio State and Wisconsin in the Horseshoe on Saturday night. And with the Buckeyes getting up big early, the ESPN broadcast duo of Kirk Herbstreit and Chris Fowler reveled in discovering that Marvin Harrison Jr. was wearing an Apple watch and some black and white Louis Vuitton-styled cleats.
It appears the cleats are Nikes with the LV logo and patterning, but nonetheless are a smooth look on the über-talented sophomore. As for the Apple watch, maybe he’s just keeping tabs on his steps during the game as Ohio State romps.
Between NIL and being the son of longtime NFL star receiver Marvin Harrison Sr., it’s understandable how Harrison Jr. can spring for the custom cleats and Apple gear.
It also looks better when you’ve caught 18 passes for 382 yards and five touchdowns coming in to the game.