{
  "id": 20214737,
  "title": "Heisman Trophy Contender Makes Massive Move After College Football Week 11",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/15/heisman-trophy-contender-makes-massive-move-after-college-football",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-15T18:58:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/ncaa/heisman-trophy-contender-makes-massive-move-after-college-football-week-11-12717745"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Ohio State Buckeyes' Week 11 game against Northwestern proved to be a pivotal moment in the Heisman Trophy race. Wide receiver Jeremiah Smith delivered an exceptional performance, leading the team with 11 receptions for 117 yards and a touchdown. This victory came as freshman Luke Fahey filled in for the injured Julian Sayin, who had undergone elbow surgery earlier in the season. Smith capitalized on Fahey's pass for a 10-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter, cementing the Buckeyes' 28-19 triumph over Northwestern and boosting their 7-3 season record.\n\nSmith's stellar performance nudged him up by more than 30 percentage points in the Kalshi prediction market, catapulting his chances of winning the Heisman Trophy to 55%. In the current race, Smith is tied for second nationally with 80 receptions and 1,317 receiving yards, outpacing all other competitors. His exceptional ability to score touchdowns is also noteworthy, as he has netted 15 receiving touchdowns in Ohio State's first ten games, and he has only missed scoring a touchdown once this season.\n\nWith the final two games of the season against Nebraska and Michigan at home, Smith's performance will be crucial for maintaining his Heisman Trophy lead. If he continues to excel, it could further solidify his position. However, if he falters, other contenders, such as Miami Hurricanes quarterback Darian Mensah (22% chance on Kalshi), Utah quarterback Devon Dampier, and Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr, could potentially surpass him in the final stretch.",
  "summary": "A clear favorite may have emerged in the Heisman Trophy race after the Week 11 results in college football.",
  "key_points": [
    "Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith leads Buckeyes with 11 receptions, 117 yards, and a TD in Week 11 win.",
    "Freshman Luke Fahey fills in for injured Julian Sayin during crucial victory.",
    "Smith's performance boosts Heisman odds to 55%, tied for second nationally with 80 receptions."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}