Heisman odds for Arch Manning going into week one matchup

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Counting down the days to the season opener at Ohio State, Las Vegas odds makers have Arch Manning at +700, the shortest odds among all contenders.

2025 Heisman Trophy odds via FanDuel

• Arch Manning, +700
• Cade Klubnik, +900
• Garrett Nussmeier, +900
• Jeremiah Smith, +1100
• LeNorris Sellers, +1800

Following the Longhorns week one game, the odds for Cade Klubnik (Clemson) and Garrett Nussmeier (LSU) could change after their head to head matchup under the lights at Clemson Saturday night at 6:30 p.m.

Unlike Klubnik and Nussmeier, Manning has limited experience at the collegiate level, but his pedigree speaks for itself. On the other hand, the name ‘Manning’ puts a target on Heisman favorite and the number one ranked Longhorns.

“We try to shift the narrative of we’re going for everyone else,” Manning said. “Targets not on our back, we have the red dot on everyone else.”

Manning’s ability to be a dual-threat quarterback increases his odds to bring the prestigious award back to the 40 acres for the first time since running back Ricky Williams, was voted as the best player in college football in 1998.

Not an easy feat, but popularity goes a long way throughout the course of a 12 game regular season and the playoffs. Manning’s odds to win the award will change throughout the season based on his performance. The journey begins Saturday Aug. 30 at 11 a.m.