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Heisman Trophy: Top 10 winners who succeeded in pro football

The Heisman Trophy was awarded Saturday night to Auburn QB Cam Newton, as the most outstanding college football player in 2010. But a Heisman is not a guarantee of success in the NFL. Some of the 74 winners since 1935 didn't make the transition, some didn't live up to their potential due to injury. With help from heisman.com and nfl.com, we compiled a list of Heisman winners who went on to have the most success on the professional gridiron.

Heisman Trophy goes to ... a diverse group of winners and losers

Heisman Trophy winners are not all headed for glory. Cam Newton of Auburn, as expected, won the 2010 Heisman Trophy, but he has been dogged by a recruitment controversy. Past winners of the honor have run an eclectic playbook of highs and lows.

Drew Brees named Sports Illustrated's Sportsman of the Year

Drew Brees, quarterback of the Super Bowl champion New Orleans Saints, has been named Sportsman of the Year by Sports Illustrated. The magazine highlighted both the on- and off-field exploits of Drew Brees in 2010.

Jason Garrett and Paul Pasqualoni take over after Wade Phillips fired from Dallas Cowboys

Jason Garrett named interim head coach and Paul Pasqualoni named interim defensive coordinator after Wade Phillips fired mid-season for poor performance.

Wade Phillips fired by Cowboys, according to reports; Jason Garrett to replace Phillips as head coach

Wade Phillips was fired as head coach of the Cowboys on Monday, according to several internet and television reports. Dallas offensive coordinator Jason Garrett is reportedly going to be Wade Phillips' replacement.

Brett Favre returns to practice, status still uncertain

Brett Favre was on the field for drills on Friday for the first time this week. Favre had tape on his left ankle, which has two injuries, threatening his ability to play on Sunday at New England.

Brett Favre not forthcoming on allegations, following Vikings loss to Jets

Brett Favre did not discuss allegations of inappropriate behavior after his Vikings team was beaten, 29-20, by the Jets Monday night. There are reports that Brett Favre apologized to his teammates Monday for being a distraction.

Randy Moss trade to Vikings: a last-ditch bid to revive Brett Favre

The Randy Moss trade to the Minnesota Vikings will surely help their offense. But its greater impact might be on the attitude of Brett Favre, who has looked forlorn this season.

Michael Vick suffers injury in Eagles loss to Donovan McNabb and Redskins

Michael Vick came out of the Eagles game with Washington after suffering a chest injury following a first quarter run. Vick was replaced by Kevin Kolb, but he fared no better in the 17-12 defeat.

Michael Vick vs. Kevin Kolb: Who should start for Philadelphia?

Michael Vick has been named starting QB for the Eagles this Sunday against the Jaguars. But if Kevin Kolb is healthy, should he get the nod over Michael Vick? Let's check the numbers.

Michael Vick, reviled for dogfighting, returns as Eagles starting QB (VIDEO)

Michael Vick has spent time in prison for putting on dogfights. After 21 months behind bars, the Eagles are now paying Michael Vick to lead Philly to a victory over Detroit this Sunday.

Favre: How much is his arm really worth?

Favre has retired so many times, many people don't believe him. If he's up to par this season, he'd be worth at least $11 million to the Minnesota Vikings.

Brett Favre: done with the Minnesota Vikings? Skeptics abound.

Brett Favre will retire from the Minnesota Vikings. Or so reports say. But the latest Brett Favre rumblings are being met with a 'boy who cried wolf' attitude.

Brett Favre: Hero or villain?

Brett Favre's crucial interception in Sunday's NFC championship game ended a season in which the Minnesota Vikings quarterback has been both lauded and loathed.

Into the Story

From Bill Clinton to Vince Lombardi, a collection of the best from journalist David Maraniss.

Why can't Green Bay get over Brett Favre?

The return of Brett Favre to Green Bay Sunday as a member of the archrival Minnesota Vikings has prompted mayoral attention and a mock funeral. Then again, in Green Bay, football is family.

Unemployed? Here are this week's Top 8 job offers.

Intriguing job offers of the week range from cheese-quality inspection to squeezing a little profitability out of your pooch.

Brett Favre, now a Viking, lights up Green Bay

The Packers' former franchise quarterback methodically took over last night's game after the Packers shut down the running lanes for superstar running back Adrian Peterson.

Vikings vs. Packers: Favre makes Monday night pure theater

Former Packer Brett Favre faces his former team for the first time. Beloved and besmirched since joining the hated Vikings this summer, football’s Falstaff is unfailingly entertaining.

Favre, the football lifer, reemerges in Minnesota

The future Hall of Famer signed for the Vikings Tuesday. Money and a potential Super Bowl are factors, but he also apparently can't bear the thought of retirement.

Yo-Yo Ma and Itzhak Perlman to join Milli Vanilli?