NEW YORK (AP) Jayden Daniels was too good to be overlooked.

LSUs dazzling dual-threat quarterback won the Heisman Trophy on Saturday night, becoming the first player since 2016 to win college footballs most prestigious player of the year award as part of a team that did not play for a conference championship.

The fifth-year player, who transferred from Arizona State to LSU in 2022, received 503 first-place votes and 2,029 points after accounting for 50 touchdowns and nearly 5,000 total yards in just 12 regular-season games.

This is a dream come true, Daniels started his acceptance speech.

Washingtons Michael Penix Jr. was the the runner-up with 292 first-place votes and 1,701 points and Oregons Bo Nix was third (51, 885), putting transfer quarterbacks in each of the top three spots. Ohio State receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. finished fourth (20, 352).

Wearing a sharp light gray suit, Daniels dropped his head for a moment when his name was called. He was the favorite to win the award, but said he felt relieved when it was official.

Still, he stayed composed throughout his speech when he thanked everyone from his offensive line to the groundskeepers at Tigers Stadium and cafeteria workers who help feed the team.

I wasnt really like, emotional, like crying, Daniels said later at a news conference. I guess its kind of how I play on the field. Im just enjoying the moment, just embracing everything, giving thanks to God.

Daniels, who turns 23 on Dec. 18, won AP Player of the Year earlier this week.

Daniels is the fifth quarterback in the last seven seasons to win the Heisman after transferring, joining former LSU star Joe Burrow in 2019 and USCs Caleb Williams last year.

I want to thank all my teammates, from Arizona State to LSU, Daniels said. Youre my brothers. You work so hard every day, inspiring me to be my best.