With five weeks completed in the college football season, a select group of players have begun to distinguish themselves from the rest. The Heisman Trophy, widely regarded as the most prestigious award in all of sports, has been awarded annually since 1935. The iconic pose of the trophy is recognized worldwide. On December 9, 2023, one player will have his name forever etched in the college football record books as one of the greatest to ever play the game. Let’s examine the top four players who are currently favored to win the 2023 Heisman Trophy according to Caesars Sportsbook.
1. Caleb Williams, USC Trojans – +200
Caleb Williams aims to become the first player to achieve consecutive Heisman wins since Archie Griffin in 1974 and 1975. He has made a phenomenal start to his campaign, throwing for 1,603 yards, 21 touchdowns, and just one interception in five games. Williams leads the country in touchdown passes, surpassing his closest competitor by five. In his most recent game against Colorado, he completed 30 of 40 passes for 403 yards and matched his career-high with six touchdowns. Despite concerns about USC’s defense, Williams’ ability to win high-scoring games bodes well for his Heisman chances. The Trojans face tough matchups against Notre Dame, Utah, Oregon, and Washington in the remainder of their schedule.
2. Michael Penix Jr., Washington Huskies – +325
Michael Penix Jr., the second quarterback from the Pac-12 on this list, has been outstanding in his second season with the Washington Huskies. Currently undefeated and ranked No. 7 in the nation, Penix leads the country in passing yards with 1,199 and is tied for second in touchdown passes with 16. He has only thrown two interceptions this year, completing 74.7% of his passes. In their recent game against Arizona, Washington managed to secure a win on the road, although their offense failed to score 40 points for the first time this season. Penix faced defensive strategies aimed at limiting big plays, forcing him to utilize checkdowns. Despite this, Penix still threw for 363 yards, although he did not score any touchdowns. With a bye week in Week 6, Washington is preparing for a crucial game against No. 8 Oregon.
3. Quinn Ewers, Texas Longhorns – +750
Texas is experiencing a resurgence, thanks in part to quarterback Quinn Ewers. The Longhorns are now poised to face No. 12 Oklahoma in the annual Red River rivalry game. Ewers previously threw four touchdowns in last year’s matchup against the Sooners, resulting in a resounding 49-0 victory. Ewers and Texas have already achieved a significant win against Alabama in Week 2, presenting a strong case for being true contenders if they win on Saturday. Ewers’ statistics may not be as impressive as Williams or Penix, but he has led his team to a perfect 5-0 record and a No. 3 national ranking in the Longhorns’ final year in the Big 12. With 1,358 passing yards, 10 touchdowns, and five rushing touchdowns, Ewers has managed to limit turnovers, throwing just one interception in five games. Oklahoma remains the only ranked opponent left on Texas’ schedule, as the Longhorns aim for a College Football Playoff berth.
4. Bo Nix, Oregon Ducks – +900
Bo Nix has propelled the Oregon Ducks to new heights, with the team averaging the second-most yards and points per game in the country. In his fifth season and second year in Eugene, Nix has reached the pinnacle of his career. He has thrown for 1,459 yards, 15 touchdowns, and just one interception. Nix’s exceptional performance against Stanford in Week 4, where he threw for 290 yards and four touchdowns, contributed to the Ducks scoring 40+ points for the fourth time this season. Oregon faces four more ranked opponents in their schedule, including a crucial matchup against No. 7 Washington after their bye week.
Other notable players in the Heisman conversation include Sam Hartman from Notre Dame and Jordan Travis from Florida State, both with odds of +1400, and J.J. McCarthy from Michigan with odds of +1600. The competition for the Heisman Trophy is wide open, with several talented quarterbacks vying for the prestigious award.
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