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The Heisman Trophy, college football's most prestigious award, will crown its 2024 winner this Saturday in New York.
All four finalists have delivered remarkable seasons, but the odds heavily favor one standout talent.
Who is the 2024 Heisman Trophy favorite?
This year's finalists represent diverse schools and playstyles: Colorado's Travis Hunter, Boise State's Ashton Jeanty, Miami's Cam Ward, and Oregon's Dillon Gabriel.
Heading into the ceremony, Travis Hunter of Colorado is the frontrunner, holding staggering odds of -2500.
Hunter's extraordinary ability to dominate on both offense and defense sets him apart as a rare two-way superstar.
Over the season, he showcased All-American caliber play as both a wide receiver and cornerback, helping Colorado secure nine wins.
A projected No. 1 NFL Draft pick, Hunter has captured the attention of fans and voters alike, earning a 97.5% implied probability of taking home the hardware.
Close on Hunter's heels, though, is Ashton Jeanty of Boise State. Jeanty has delivered a season reminiscent of Barry Sanders' legendary performances, making history as one of the most dynamic running backs in recent memory.
His breathtaking 200-yard-plus outing in the Mountain West Championship Game boosted his odds to +1000.
Though still a distant second, Jeanty's campaign has elevated Boise State's profile in the college football world.
The remaining finalists-Oregon's Dillon Gabriel and Miami's Cam Ward-round out the field but face significantly longer odds at +25000 each.
Gabriel's leadership was pivotal in Oregon's undefeated season and Big Ten Championship victory, where he threw for four touchdowns.
Meanwhile, Ward dazzled as Miami's quarterback, leading the nation in ing touchdowns.
While their contributions were critical for their teams, neither has managed to challenge Hunter's or Jeanty's spotlight in the Heisman race.
With Hunter as the heavy favorite, the decision appears to be a near-certainty.
However, as Jeanty has proven with his explosive performances, anything is possible in college football.
Tune in this Saturday at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN to see which of these exceptional athletes will claim the Heisman Trophy.
2024 Heisman Trophy odds:
- Travis Hunter, Colorado (-2500)
- Ashton Jeanty, Boise State (+1000)
- Dillon Gabriel, Oregon (+25000)
- Cam Ward, Miami (+25000)