{
  "id": 13816129,
  "title": "Heisman Trophy betting odds: Favorites, contenders, future picks for Week 7 including Smith, Stockton",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/heisman-trophy-betting-odds-favorites-contenders-future-picks-for",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-11T22:46:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/heisman-trophy-betting-odds-favorites-224623803.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Here is the report on the current Heisman Trophy betting odds for Week 7, with the key players and their odds:\n\n1. Jeremiah Smith, Ohio State Buckeyes (-220)\nSmith has been dominating with 48 receptions for 916 yards and 11 touchdowns. Even though he had a modest performance last week, his stats still put him at the top of the Heisman rankings. He leads the Buckeyes into their next game against Indiana on Saturday.\n\n2. Darian Mensah, Miami Hurricanes (+1100)\nMensah has thrown for 1,438 yards and 15 touchdowns. After a bye week, he is now +1100 to win the Heisman. Miami faces Florida State and Pitt next, and Mensah will need to stay turnover-free to keep his odds strong.\n\n3. CJ Carr, Notre Dame Fighting Irish (+1000)\nCarr has had a strong season with 1,378 passing yards and 19 touchdowns. After a slight dip in performance against Stanford, his Heisman odds remain high. Notre Dame's season will likely come down to two big games this weekend, including a potential matchup against Wyoming.\n\n4. Trinidad Chambliss, Ole Miss Rebels (+1500)\nChambliss has racked up 1,435 yards and 16 touchdowns despite some struggles. With three ranked games coming up against Missouri, Texas and Georgia, his Heisman chances could be on the rise. Ole Miss was impressive in their season-high 52-point win over Vanderbilt.\n\n5. Gunner Stockton, Georgia Bulldogs (+1500)\nStockton has been a key player for Georgia with 1,298 yards and 15 touchdowns. He had a crucial performance against Alabama where he accounted for both of Georgia's scores. Georgia will look to Stockton again against Auburn on Saturday as he aims to climb into the top five Heisman contenders.\n\n6. Keelon Russell, Alabama Crimson Tide (+1500)\nRussell has had a mixed season with 1,599 yards and 16 touchdowns. He took a step back in terms of passing yards against Georgia but dropped significantly in odds from third-best to fifth-best. Alabama's offense struggled in their most recent loss to Georgia, which could open up more opportunities for Russell.\n\n7. Julian Sayin, Ohio State Buckeyes (+3500)\nSaying is averaging 311.0 yards per game and 11 touchdowns on his way to the top of the Big Ten standings. His Heisman odds are +3500, but if Ohio State can secure a road win at Indiana, it could push Sayin into the top tier of Heisman candidates.\n\n8. Josh Hoover, Indiana Hoosiers (+5000)\nHoover is throwing for 1,364 yards and 18 touchdowns for Indiana. His 0 interceptions and solid 54.6% completion rate keep his Heisman odds high at +5000. Indiana takes on Ohio State in a crucial game, which could impact Hoover's position in the Heisman race moving forward.",
  "summary": "NBC Spots’ Vaughn Dalzell breaks down his 2026 Heisman expert pick and predictions entering Week 7",
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  "editors_take": null,
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}