BetMGM Shifts Heisman Odds for Smith, Mensah
Jeremiah Smith's odds lengthened to +275 while Darian Mensah moved to +150 after strong performances this past weekend.
Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Football
BetMGM adjusted its Heisman Trophy odds on Monday, moving Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith from +110 to +275. Miami quarterback Darian Mensah's odds shifted from +300 to +150, reclaiming the sportsbook's Heisman favorite status.
Why it matters
Heisman odds are closely tracked by bettors and fans, and movement at a major sportsbook reflects how individual performances are being weighed in the race. The shifts come as several contenders face key matchups this weekend.
Smith caught 10 passes for 83 yards and a touchdown against Southern Cal, averaging 8.3 yards per reception, while Mensah has thrown for 2,425 yards and 25 touchdowns against one interception this season.
The players
Jeremiah Smith
Ohio State wide receiver who has become one of college football's most prominent playmakers.
Darian Mensah
Miami quarterback whose passing production has made him a leading Heisman Trophy contender.
BetMGM
Sports betting company that publishes Heisman Trophy odds and tracks betting share across players.
The details
Ohio State lost to Southern Cal on Saturday, with Smith catching 10 passes for 83 yards and a touchdown. Mensah threw for three touchdowns in a come-from-behind victory at North Carolina, and teammate Malachi Toney caught seven passes for two touchdowns in the same week.
Timeline
Saturday: Ohio State lost to Southern Cal, and Smith caught 10 passes.
Monday, Nov. 2, 2026: BetMGM moved Smith's odds to +275 and Mensah's to +150.
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026: Miami travels to Notre Dame, and Alabama plays LSU in a potential playoff elimination game.
Season Trajectory
The Heisman race is shaped by performances in marquee games, and the odds shifts reflect how individual players are gaining or losing ground as the season reaches its decisive stretch. Upcoming matchups including Utah versus BYU could further alter the contender picture.
Fantasy managers and bettors tracking Heisman futures may want to watch Saturday's games, since Mensah and Smith's performances could move odds again. Toney's 73 receptions for 1,027 yards and 13 touchdowns also make him a relevant name for receiving production.
The takeaway
Heisman odds can shift quickly after a single weekend, so tracking both performance and betting movement offers a clearer view of the race as it develops.
What happens next
Miami travels to South Bend on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, to face Notre Dame and CJ Carr, a matchup that could affect Mensah's Heisman standing.
Further reading
For more on the season's top contenders, explore Football coverage.
