The Heisman Memorial Trophy Awar (often known simply as the Heisman Trophy or The Heisman), named after former college football player and coach John Heisman, is awarded annually by the Downtown Athletic Club to the most outstanding player in collegiate football. Although not the only award honoring the best player in college football (The Walter Camp Award and Maxwell Award are also awarded to the "best player") it is considered the most prestigious. It is awarded in early December before the postseason bowl games begin. It has no relationship to Wendy's High School Heisman.