“As all LSU fans have witnessed over and over again, Jayden Daniels earned this Heisman Trophy with talent and grit. Louisianians will celebrate his legacy as a dual-threat quarterback for many years to come. Geaux Tigers!”
WASHINGTON (Dec. 13, 2023) – Senator John Kennedy (R-La.) and Bill Cassidy (R-La.) today introduced a resolution congratulating Louisiana State University (LSU) quarterback Jayden Daniels on winning the 2023 Heisman Memorial Trophy.
“As all LSU fans have witnessed over and over again, Jayden Daniels earned this Heisman Trophy with talent and grit. Louisianians will celebrate his legacy as a dual-threat quarterback for many years to come. Geaux Tigers!” said Kennedy.
Daniels led the LSU Tigers to several prominent victories during the 2023 regular season, throwing for 3,812 yards and 40 touchdowns and rushing for 1,134 yards and 10 touchdowns. He is the third Tiger to win the award and the only player in Football Bowl Subdivision history to have surpassed a career 12,000 passing yards and 3,000 rushing yards.
“Historic numbers deserve to be recognized. The committee rightfully bestowed Jayden Daniels with this year’s Heisman Trophy. He will go down in history as one of the best to ever wear the Tiger uniform. A tremendous achievement for a tremendous player. Geaux Tigers!” said Cassidy.
The resolution also recognizes head coach Brian Kelly, offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock, quarterbacks coach Joe Sloan, and Daniels’ teammates for their roles in this achievement. It additionally thanks LSU fans and the entire state of Louisiana for their dedication and support.
Read the full resolution here.
