LSU has the new Heisman favorite after win over Clemson

LSU made a statement with its convincing road win over Clemson on Saturday night and now, the recognition is pouring in for the Tigers. Quarterback Garrett Nussmeier ended the game 28-of-38 for 230 yards, one touchdown and zero interceptions and was in complete control in the second half, looking like a seasoned veteran down the stretch.

As a result of his outing, plus the shortcomings of several other quarterbacks across the country, Nussmeier has strengthened his position as one of the best players in college football. Entering the year, he was neck and neck with Texas quarterback Arch Manning in the Heisman odds, but now Nussmeier is the favorite, with a different SEC quarterback in contention now after Week 1.

On3’s partnership with BetMGM, we’re provided with new betting insights throughout the season on some of the biggest storylines to watch. Here’s an updated look at the Heisman odds and the national championship movement.

BetMGM College Football Insights: Heisman Trophy

Line movement (opening to current)

• Garrett Nussmeier +850 to +650
• LaNorris Sellers +1800 to +700
• Jeremiah Smith +1300 to +1500
• Arch Manning +900 to +1600
• Cade Klubnik +1100 to +1600
• Sam Leavitt +4000 to +1600

Most Tickets

1. Arch Manning 12.6%
2. Jeremiah Smith 9.3%
3. Garrett Nussemeier 8.7%
4. LaNorris Sellers 8.3%
5. Cade Klubnik 7.7%

Most Handle

1. Arch Manning 16.7%
2. Garrett Nussemeier 10.8%
3. LaNorris Sellers 10.0%
4. Jeremiah Smith 7.6%
5. Cade Klubnik 7.3%

Biggest Liabilities

1. Jeremiyah Love
2. Arch Manning
3. LaNorris Sellers
4. Garrett Nussemeier
5. Jeremiah Smith

BetMGM College Football Highlights: National Championship

Line movement (Open to Now)

• Penn State +850 to +600
• LSU +2000 to +1100

Highest Ticket%

1.  Penn State 11.1%
2.  Texas 11.0%
3.  Ohio State 8.8%

Highest Handle%

1.  Texas 17.9%
2.  Penn State 14.9%
3.  LSU 9.6%

Biggest Liability

1. Texas
2. Penn State
3. Clemson 

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LSU’S NUSSMEIER AND MOORE EARN SEC PLAYER OF THE WEEK HONORS

Quarterback Garrett Nussmeier and center Braelin Moore picked up SEC Player of the Week honors on Monday for their effort in LSU’s 17-10 win over No. 4 Clemson on Saturday.

Nussmeier was named SEC Offensive Player of the Week, while Moore earned SEC Offensive Lineman of the Week recognition. The honor is the third for Nussmeier, who claimed the weekly award last year for his play in wins over UCLA and Ole Mis.

Against Clemson, Nussmeier completed 28-of-38 passes for 232 yards and a touchdown in leading the Tigers to the comeback road win. Nussmeier also rushed for a pair of first downs. Nussmeier completed his final 11 passes of the game, including all nine in the fourth quarter as the Tigers rallied from a 10-3 halftime deficit to beat a Top 4-ranked team in a true road game for only the fifth time in program history.

With the score tied at 10-10, Nussmeier connected with tight end Trey’Dez Green for an 8-yard touchdown pass early in the fourth quarter to put LSU up for good, 17-10. It was the fourth time in Nussmeier’s career the senior led LSU to a victory after either trailing or with the game tied in the fourth quarter.

Moore, in his first game at LSU after transferring from Virginia Tech, was the catalyst for an offensive line that limited Clemson’s highly-touted defensive front to only one sack. LSU’s offensive line, which lost four starters to the NFL Draft last April, featured a new starter at every position from the regular-season finale a year ago.

Moore played all 70 offensive snaps and helped the Tigers to 354 total yards and 25 first downs. LSU maintained possession of the ball for 37 minutes, including 21 in the second half when the Tigers outscored Clemson, 14-0.

LSU opens its 2025 home slate on Saturday when the Tigers host Louisiana Tech (1-0) at 6:30 p.m. in Death Valley. The game will be streamed on SEC Network+ and ESPN+.

*LSU press release