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Smith Overtakes Manning as Top NFL Draft Prospect
Ohio State receiver rises in betting markets after strong outing while Texas quarterback falls following loss
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Draft Odds Shift After Saturday Games
Jeremiah Smith moved ahead of Arch Manning as the favorite to be the No. 1 pick in the 2027 NFL draft. Smith’s odds improved from +400 to +300 at one sportsbook while Manning’s lengthened from +235 to +350. Smith is also listed at -220 to win the Heisman Trophy. Manning’s Heisman odds reached 74-1 after the weekend results.
Texas and Ohio State Championship Markets Adjust
Texas championship odds moved from +660 to +850. Ohio State holds the top spot at +400, followed by Georgia at +520 and Notre Dame at +540. Alabama opened the week as an underdog to Georgia before the line shifted, with one book moving from Georgia -2.5 to Alabama favored.
Heisman Contenders See Further Movement
Alabama’s Keelon Russell improved to +750 in Heisman odds during a 5-0 start. Georgia averages 51.4 points per game while Alabama sits at 49.6. Florida running back Jadan Baugh shortened from 60-1 to 13-1 after recent wins.
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