November 17th 2024.
Let's take a look at how some of the top contenders for the Heisman Trophy performed on Saturday. Among them was the two-way star of the Colorado Buffaloes, Travis Hunter, who had been favored to win with odds of -125 entering the game against Utah. And he certainly didn't disappoint, putting up impressive numbers with 5 catches for 55 yards and 1 touchdown, as well as 3 tackles, 1 interception, and 1 pass defended on the defensive end. It's safe to say that his chances of claiming the Heisman only got stronger after his performance, especially with an incredible highlight-reel grab that helped lead the Buffaloes to a 49-24 victory over the Utes at Folsom Field.
However, not all of the top Heisman contenders had as successful of a day as Hunter. Dillon Gabriel of Oregon, who had odds of +375, completed 22 of 31 throws for 218 yards with one interception against Wisconsin. While he currently holds the record for most career touchdowns, he was unable to add to his tally in this game as the Badgers defense kept him in check. It was a bit of a disappointment, especially considering that he had just broken Case Keenum's record of 178 career touchdowns the week before against Maryland.
Meanwhile, Ashton Jeanty of Boise State, who had odds of +450, had a standout performance against San Jose State with 159 rushing yards and three touchdowns. However, there is a belief that he may not win the Heisman due to playing for a Group of 5 school. The last person to do so was Roger Staubach of Navy in 1963. But with 1,734 yards on the season entering Saturday, Jeanty is certainly making a strong case for himself.
Miami's Cam Ward, with odds of +850, did not play this week. However, in their game against Georgia Tech the week before, he had an impressive showing with 25 of 39 throws completed for 348 yards, three touchdowns, and no interceptions. And with an upcoming game against a middling Wake Forest team, he has a chance to put up even more impressive numbers.
And finally, there's Shedeur Sanders of Colorado, who was a longshot with odds of +5000. But he's been making a case for himself with a stellar performance against Utah, completing 30 of 41 passes for 340 yards, 3 touchdowns, and 1 interception. It's certainly a longshot, but could there be room in Boulder for two Heisman finalists?
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