Julian Sayin, the standout quarterback for Ohio State, continues to dominate the Heisman Trophy race, maintaining his position as the top candidate with an impressive 92.0 grade this season. His performance has captured the attention of sportsbooks, positioning him as the favorite for the prestigious award.
As the weeks progress, the competition intensifies for this year’s Heisman Trophy, with only a few weeks remaining in the college football season. Current betting odds indicate that Sayin leads with +175 odds, a remarkable feat for the redshirt freshman, who boasts an extraordinary 93.1 PFF grade—over two points higher than any other quarterback in the country. His completion rate stands at an impressive 80.7%, which would set an all-time record if maintained, along with an adjusted completion rate of 86.1%, the best in the nation.
Following Sayin in the rankings is Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza, who holds +230 odds. Mendoza’s 130.5 passer rating is second only to Sayin among FBS quarterbacks, and he has excelled this season with 25 touchdown passes, placing him 12th in the nation with an 85.1 passing grade. His leadership has propelled Indiana to its highest ranking in program history at No. 2.
Alabama’s Ty Simpson comes in third with +450 odds. Simpson has an 83.1 passing grade, ranking 16th nationally, with an impressive ratio of 20 touchdowns to just one interception. Notably, 18 of his touchdown passes have come from a clean pocket, which ranks him fourth in that category.
In fourth place is Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, who holds +4000 odds. Love, recognized as one of the best running backs in the country, has proven his capabilities with a 90.4 PFF grade, leading Power Four tailbacks, and boasts 25 explosive runs, tied for fourth overall in the nation.
Rounding out the top five is Georgia Tech’s Haynes King, who remains in the contention despite his team’s recent loss to NC State. King recorded a staggering 521 yards of total offense in the match and earned an 85.1 PFF grade, solidifying his position with +6000 odds. He currently ranks fourth among all quarterbacks with a 90.2 PFF grade and leads the nation with 14 rushing touchdowns.
As the Heisman race continues to unfold, fans and analysts alike are eagerly watching the performances of these top contenders, each vying for college football’s most coveted individual award. The excitement surrounding the coming weeks promises to deliver thrilling matchups and memorable performances.