2025 Heisman Trophy Odds & Predictions

Outside of the College Football Playoff conversation, the Heisman race is the most talked-about and exciting topic throughout the NCAA season. Awarded to the nation’s most outstanding player, the Heisman Trophy comes with an unmatched level of honor and prestige.

Quarterbacks have historically dominated this category, winning in 15 of the last 19 seasons, with the other three going to two running backs, one wide receiver, and one unicorn (Travis Hunter). As such, almost all of the top candidates in this year’s Heisman race are quarterbacks.

Will we see a break from tradition this year? Or will the Heisman Trophy once again be awarded to the country’s best passer?

All NCAAF odds are current as of Thursday, Oct. 2, and courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook.

Top Heisman Candidates 2025

• Dante Moore, QB, Oregon (+750)
• Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama (+850)
• Jeremiah Smith, WR, Ohio State (+1000)
• Carson Beck, QB, Miami (FL) (+1100)
• Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana (+1200)
• Trinidad Chambliss, QB, Ole Miss (+1500)
• Diego Pavia, QB, Vanderbilt (+1700)
• Sam Leavitt, QB, Arizona State (+1800)
• Julian Sayin, QB, Ohio State (+1900)
• Joey Aguilar, QB, Tennessee (+2000)

All other 2025 Heisman candidates have (+2000) odds or longer.

2025 Heisman Prediction

Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama (+850)

DraftKings Sportsbook • WAGER: 1 Unit

I had Ty Simpson as my sleeper pick for Heisman coming into the season, back when he was +2000 odds, so I’ll stick with him as my prediction following a strong start to the season that has him now at +850, behind only Dante Moore.

It’s been a terrific start for Simpson, as he’s led Alabama to a 3-1 record while completing over 69% of his passes at nine yards per attempt with 11 touchdowns and zero interceptions.

If Simpson can keep up this pace, he’ll be one of the top choices for the Heisman. Ride with the Crimson Tide quarterback in your NCAAF bet of the day.

2025 Heisman Favorites

Dante Moore, QB, Oregon (+750)

DraftKings Sportsbook • WAGER: 0.5 Units

Dante Moore has done a spectacular job replacing Dillon Gabriel as the Oregon Ducks’ starting quarterback this season. This is a player who has thrown for 1,210 yards with 14 touchdowns and one interception so far.

With Oregon currently sporting a 5-0 record, Moore has positioned himself as the favorite for the Heisman, which is a big surprise because he wasn’t even +2000 odds coming into the season.

But it’s hard to disagree with Moore as the favorite with what he’s been able to do through the first few weeks of the season.

2025 Heisman Sleepers

Julian Sayin, QB, Ohio State (+1900)

DraftKings Sportsbook • WAGER: 0.25 Units

Julian Sayin has been excellent in his first year as Buckeyes’ starting quarterback, completely nearly 80% of his passes while throwing for 987 yards with 10 touchdowns and three interceptions.

Ohio State is currently 4-0 on the season, ranking as the odds-on favorite to win the National Championship for the second year in a row.

If Sayin can keep up this pace and the Buckeyes remain among the top three teams in the country, Sayin will have a chance to win this award.

At +1900 odds, you’re getting a nice price on an attainable outcome.

Former Heisman Trophy Winners