Heisman Trophy Odds: Ranking betting favorites in college football after Week 8

The Heisman Trophy race is starting to take shape after Week 8, as college football’s brightest stars continue to make their push with conference play in full swing. Each weekend continues to be a statement opportunity, and the list of true contenders is narrowing.

According to BetMGM, the field continues to tighten following this past weekend’s results. Just nine players remain at +3000 odds or better, down from 12 after Week 7 — and as usual, quarterbacks dominate the conversation.

Below are the latest updated odds to win the Heisman Trophy, per BetMGM. The race is far from settled, but for now, here’s where college football’s elite stand at this point of the season.

Alabama QB Ty Simpson (+300 — was +350)

Ty Simpson has been credited with sparking Alabama’s turnaround in Tuscaloosa. The sophomore went 19-of-29 for 253 yards and two touchdowns in a 37-20 win over No. 11 Tennessee, pushing No. 6 Alabama to 4-0 in SEC play.

That kind of consistency and efficiency has vaulted Simpson into legitimate Heisman contention per BetMGM. His growth week-to-week has given Alabama renewed confidence under center and reestablished the Tide as a national power.

Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza (+325 — was +500)

Fernando Mendoza continues his impressive rise as Indiana’s offense keeps rolling. He completed 24-of-28 passes for 332 yards and four touchdowns in a 38-13 win over Michigan State. It was one of his best performances of the season.

That outing kept No. 3 Indiana unbeaten and Mendoza firmly in the national spotlight. With the third-most passing touchdowns in the country, he’s emerging as a legitimate Heisman finalist contender.

Ohio State QB Julian Sayin (+400 — was +1500)

Julian Sayin remains the steady hand guiding No. 1 Ohio State’s unbeaten run. The Buckeyes’ quarterback was nearly flawless in a 34-0 rout at Wisconsin, completing 36-of-42 passes for a season-high 393 yards and four touchdowns.

Sayin continues to lead the nation in completion percentage, reflecting both accuracy and poise. His combination of production and team success has him positioned as one of the frontrunners for the Heisman Trophy.

Texas A&M QB Marcel Reed (+1000 — was +2000)

Marcel Reed continues to climb the Heisman odds after another standout performance. In a 45-42 win for No. 4 Texas A&M at Arkansas, he completed 23-of-32 passes for 280 yards and three touchdowns while adding 55 rushing yards and a score.

Reed has established himself as one of the nation’s premier dual-threat quarterbacks. As long as the Aggies stay undefeated, he’ll remain a central figure in the Heisman conversation.

Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia (+1100 — was +3000)

Diego Pavia has become one of the sport’s best stories, leading Vanderbilt into both SEC and CFP contention. In a 31-24 win over No. 10 LSU, he went 14-of-22 for 160 yards and a touchdown while rushing for 86 yards and two more scores.

Pavia’s dual-threat ability and leadership have made the Commodores one of the country’s biggest surprises. His latest performance added fuel to his growing Heisman campaign, keeping his name near the top of BetMGM’s board.

Georgia QB Gunner Stockton (+1200 — was +2500)

Gunnar Stockton has embodied Georgia’s resilience all season long. In a 43-35 win over No. 5 Ole Miss, he delivered a career-best outing, completing 26-of-31 passes for 289 yards and four touchdowns while rushing for 89 yards and another score.

That type of clutch performance has reignited Georgia’s playoff hopes and boosted Stockton’s national profile. He’s now firmly in the Heisman conversation after leading the Bulldogs to a top-ten statement win.

Oregon QB Dante Moore (+1400 — was +1700)

Despite Oregon’s stumble against Indiana, Dante Moore remains one of the most efficient quarterbacks in the country. He bounced back in a 56-10 win at Rutgers, going 15-of-20 for 290 yards, four touchdowns, and one interception while adding 49 rushing yards.

Moore’s precision and composure continue to anchor Oregon’s offense. If he sustains that form, he’ll be right back in the thick of the Heisman race.

Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love (+1800 — +3000)

Jeremiah Love helped Notre Dame extend its win streak to five games with a career night in South Bend. The sophomore running back rushed for 228 yards and a touchdown on 24 carries, while also adding 37 receiving yards in a 34-24 victory over No. 20 USC.

His incredible performance showcased the game-changing burst that has fueled the Irish offense. With Notre Dame pushing for a ten-game streak to get back to the CFP, Love’s name is quickly rising in the Heisman discussion.

Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith (+2000 — was +1400)
Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss (+3000 — was +2000)
USC QB Jayden Maiava (+3000 — was +2200)
Miami QB Carson Beck (+4000 — was +350)

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