Colorado Standouts Shedeur Sanders & Travis Hunter Stir Heisman Buzz

As the 2024 college football season approaches, the Heisman Trophy race heats up with two Colorado Buffaloes, Shedeur Sanders, and Travis Hunter, emerging as notable contenders in this prestigious contest. According to the latest data from BetMGM, both players have captured the attention of bettors, albeit with varying odds and betting dynamics.

Sanders opened with Heisman odds at +2500, which have since drifted to +3000. Despite the odds moving against him, Colorado’s quarterback has drawn significant interest from the betting community, securing 5.1% of the total tickets and a remarkable 13.1% of the handle, the second most among all players. This suggests that those backing him are placing larger wagers, indicating a strong belief in his potential to outperform expectations.

Hunter, primarily known for his defensive prowess but also contributing on offense, has seen his odds lengthen from +3500 to +5000. However, like Sanders, the betting handle tells a story of confidence with an impressive 15.8% of the total money wagered on him, the highest among all contenders, against just 3.0% of the tickets. This indicates that those putting substantial money behind his campaign consider Hunter a high-risk, high-reward bet.

Both players stand out in a field where favorites Carson Beck (+750), Quinn Ewers (+800), and Dillon Gabriel (+900) hold steadier and shorter odds but haven’t matched Hunter in terms of handle or Sanders in proportion to substantial individual bets.

The betting interest in Sanders and Hunter underscores their impact on the field and their pivotal roles for the Colorado Buffaloes. Sanders’s leadership at quarterback and Hunter’s dual-threat capabilities make them exciting players to watch and viable dark horses in the Heisman Trophy race.

Along with Georgia quarterback Beck, the Colorado duo are the most significant liabilities for the Sportsbook.

As the season unfolds, seeing if their performances can sway more bettors and shorten those odds will be interesting. For now, they remain intriguing figures in the college football narrative, embodying the unpredictable and thrilling nature of the sport. Their journey toward the Heisman will be closely watched by fans and bettors alike, offering a compelling subplot to the college football season.

Heisman Trophy Odds, Line Movement & Betting Insights (BetMGM)