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CLEMSON, S. http:///...fe-navy-blue-jersey/ .C. -- Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson believes he is the best player in the country no matter what the Heisman Trophy voters say.Watson finished second in the Heisman Trophy voting to Louisville QB Lamar Jackson. Jacksons rise also meant Watson did not repeat even as first team All-Atlantic Coast Conference quarterback.Clemson coach Dabo Swinney agrees with Watson that he should have won the Heisman Trophy.Swinney said Heisman voters likely were numbed by Watsons amazing play over three years.The quarterback is excited that his chief goal in college -- winning the national championship -- is still out there.The Tigers (12-1, No. 2 CFP) play Ohio State in the Fiesta Bowl on Dec. 31 in the semifinals of the College Football Playoff.Watson, his coach and his teammates think the voters for the Heisman and the all-conference teams got it wrong when it comes to the Clemons QB.Im the best player in the country. Thats how I think. Thats how I feel. People have their own way of voting, Watson said Monday as Clemson wraps up its first week of practice before playing Ohio State.Watson finished second in the Heisman Trophy voting this year, one spot better than 2015. But Jackson won the award, and knocked Watson out of first-team Atlantic Coast Conference quarterback as well -- two disappointing blows to a driven competitor like Watson.Though his losses werent caused as much by a slide in his own play as Jacksons remarkable season.Watsons 2016 stats are similar to his 2015 numbers in almost every category. He has thrown two more interceptions in two fewer games, but he also has thrown just four fewer passes so far this year than in 2015 for the Tigers (12-1, No. 2 CFP)Swinney said the Heisman Trophy has been watered down as voters get swayed by the player who suddenly bursts on the scene and misses out on players like Watson, who are consistently good over a career.I think Deshaun is so good, people are numb to it, Swinney said.Both Watson and Swinney say they arent knocking Jacksons talent and they understand how he won. But unlike Jackson, who only has the Citrus Bowl against LSU left before his season ends, Watson hopes to be play two more games and achieve the ultimate goal he had when arriving Clemson from Gainesville, Georgia.You could put the national championship trophy and the Heisman, he wouldnt think twice about which one to pick, Swinney saidThe championship is what Watson would talk about when he used his key to unlock Clemsons indoor practice facility late at night and throw balls to rehabilitating receiver Mike Williams during the offseason.He knows he is the best player in the country. He doesnt need a trophy to say that, Williams said.And while the voters might have rejected Watson, the people who know football will validate his talent when he enters the NFL draft, Clemson co-offensive coordinator Jeff Scott said.As soon as this season is over, the scouts, GMs, head coaches and offensive coordinators will start speaking with Deshaun and he is going to go straight back to the top, Scott said.Swinney said Watson showed his leadership by taking full advantage of the experience of being a two time Heisman Trophy finalist without letting the third place finish in 2015 and the second place finish in 2016 get to him.Im sure hes disappointed. But he hasnt expressed that at all, Swinney said.Watson said he is proud of his career no matter how the next game (or two) turns out. He wore this years ACC championship hat to during interviews on Monday and is aware of how he took a Clemson team on the cusp of being a national contender to join Alabama as the only back-to-back playoff teams. The Tigers also won two straight ACC titles for the first time in 28 seasons.Watson has the same cool demeanor responding to questions about what his college career will mean without a national title as he has had about not winning the Heisman. But his quiet words point out how much a fourth loss of his college career will hurt.Ive already experienced not getting it -- felt how big that was, Watson said.---More AP college football: www.collegefootball.ap.org http:///...ns-navy-blue-jersey/ . Thousands of Southern California fans enveloped the Trojans to celebrate an improbable win secured by an interim coach, an inconsistent kicker and a thin defence that wouldnt break. http:///...es-navy-blue-jersey/http:///...ez-navy-blue-jersey/ .ca. 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The bye rounds have now concluded and the top seven sides (yes, you read that correctly) are split by just one win.The shortened round 15 kicked off on Thursday night for the second successive week with the?Eagles belting the Bombers to ensure the top eight maintained a two game advantage over the chasing pack.?Friday night saw?Port Adelaide claiming the four points over Richmond for the second time in 2016 and now the Power seem the only side that can realistically push themselves into finals contention.The Gold Coast Suns were able to snap a 10-game losing streak when they got the better of a disappointing St Kilda outfit, before the Western Bulldogs stunned Sydney at the SCG in a thrilling four point win which will please ladder leaders Hawthorn who remain a game clear on top.?Arch-rivals Carlton and Collingwood played out a snoozefest on Saturday night, but the Magpies were able to make amends for their round seven loss to the Blues and ran out 12 point winners. It was the first time since 1966 that both sides failed to kick 60 points in their blockbuster clash.Adelaide overcame a gallant Melbourne on Sunday afternoon to extend their winning streak to six. The Demons played bold, exciting football, but couldnt match the firepower of the Crows who booted their 100 points in a match for the 11th time this year.HEROESThe Bulldogs selection committee:?The Dogs swept in the changes after their poor outing against Geelong prior to the bye. Out went Tom Campbell, Fletcher Roberts, Mitch Honeychurch, Josh Dunkley (all omitted) and Bailey Williams (knee). In came Jason Johannisen, after missing 9 games, Easton Wood, who had missed a month of football along with triple ACL victim Clay Smith, Lukas Webb and veteran Will Minson. All the inclusions played important roles as the Dogs won a last-gasp thriller at the SCG. Johannisen of course kicked the match-winner seconds before the final siren, but Wood added vital leadership and class with 11 intercepts, Minson battled hard in his first senior game of the season, while Smith showed just why he is so highly regarded with six tackles to go with 16 touches. It was a bold move by the Dogs to make so many changes pre-match; they then produced a statement performance to inflict the first loss for the seasoned Swans on their home deck in eleven outings.Travis Boak:?Boak has been criticised this season, having failed to reach the heights he has in previous years. But with Ports finals hopes on the line against Richmond on a drizzly Friday night in Adelaide, he stood up. It was a real captains game, featuring 26 possessions, a huge 11 tackles and two goals, and especially notteworthy after the clubs leaders had been challenged in the lead-up to the contest. http:///...re-navy-blue-jersey/. Boak was hard and clean in the slippery conditions and really set the tone for his side, which outhunted the Tigers.Gold Coasts spine:?Any good side needs to have a strong list, particularly through the spine. Before feasting on the Saints on Saturday, the Suns had suffered 10 straight losses, with poor form and injury concerns hampering them all season. But in Stephen May, Rory Thompson, Aaron Hall, Tom Lynch and the emerging Peter Wright, Gold Coast have a spine that should hold them in good stead for years to come. Wright was particularly impressive against St Kilda with three goals and 10 marks, and he will be a terrific foil for Lynch, who is without doubt one of the best key forwards in the competition.VILLAINSSt Kildas away form:?What happens to the Saints as soon as they leave the cosy confines of Victoria? So far this season, theyve been largely uncompetitive interstate - losing by 33, 3, 103, 88 and now 40 points. Against the Suns on Saturday, they looked off from the first minute, lacking energy and making sloppy mistakes. Luckily for Alan Richardson and Co. the Saints dont travel outside of Victoria for the rest of the year but if they want to take the step from a promising team to a genuine finals contender, they need to address this inconsistency.Sydneys reliance on Lance Franklin:?Buddy was electric against the Dogs, collecting 21 disposals, 10 marks and booting five goals. He almost single-handedly dragged the Swans over the line, but the club needs to be careful in not becoming too Buddy-centric. Sydney only had five goal kickers against the Bulldogs, with several players missing very gettable shots on goal. They are missing Kurt Tippett massively and a few forwards are down on previous form. Franklin is red-hot but he needs more help especially as they prepare for the formidable defences of Geelong and Hawthorn in the next fortnight.Carlton vs. Collingwood:?Over the years, this has always been a game to look forward to - two genuine rivals who detest each other and go toe-to-toe for a full four quarters. But what a fizzer it was at the MCG on Saturday night. It really was a forgettable game of football. Both sides made shocking errors, but I guess it was no surprise that it was a clash between 13th and 14th on the ladder. Only the debut of third-generation Blue Jack Silvagni and the Collingwood skipper Scott Pendlebury, who looked a class above, provided any highlight. 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