Latest Heisman Trophy 2026 Odds as Keelon Russell Rises, Kamario Taylor Falls

Key Points:

• Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell briefly became the favorite to win the 2026 Heisman Trophy after a strong performance in Alabama's 56-23 win over Mississippi State, but Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith quickly reclaimed the top spot following his record-setting game against Iowa.
• Jeremiah Smith leads the Heisman odds at +105 after setting Ohio State's receiving touchdown record with 44 receptions, 823 yards, and nine touchdowns through five games.
• Keelon Russell, now the second favorite at +700, has led Alabama to a 5-0 start and has been nearly perfect recently, accounting for 13 touchdowns and no interceptions over the past three games.
• Other top contenders include Miami's Darian Mensah (+700) and Notre Dame's CJ Carr (+750), both quarterbacks who have guided their teams to undefeated records and national title contention.
• Mississippi State quarterback Kamario Taylor's Heisman chances took a hit after throwing two interceptions, including a pick-six, in the loss to Alabama despite throwing for 258 yards and three touchdowns.