It’s an unusual shift in the Heisman Trophy odds landscape as Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel has emerged as the favorite with +750 odds at ESPN BET, surpassing previous front-runners Carson Beck of Georgia (+800) and Quinn Ewers of Texas (+900).
Gabriel’s rise in odds came after receiving significant betting action over the Fourth of July weekend. Initially starting July with odds of 10-1 at ESPN BET and even longer at other sportsbooks, Gabriel’s odds tightened to 9-1 at the SuperBook in Las Vegas following substantial bets placed on him.
The betting surge was prompted by influential figures expressing support for Gabriel, citing his impressive career statistics at Oklahoma and UCF. Last season with the Sooners, Gabriel threw for 3,660 yards, 30 touchdowns, and six interceptions. Now at Oregon, he’s expected to lead a potent Ducks offense, further boosting his Heisman prospects.
Interestingly, Gabriel’s current +750 odds mark the longest odds for a preseason Heisman favorite in the past 15 years, according to ESPN Stats & Information research. This shift in the odds highlights a dynamic betting market influenced by recent developments and perceptions of player performances and team contexts.
As the college football season approaches, the betting landscape for the Heisman Trophy continues to evolve, driven by player performances, team dynamics, and betting activity across various sportsbooks.
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