2022 Heisman Watch: Three Man Race Between CJ Stroud, Hendon Hooker and Caleb Williams
By Reed Wallach
The Heisman Race is firmly a three man race as we wrapped up a thrilling Week 7.
Hendon Hooker set the pace on Saturday afternoon in a thrilling victory over No. 3 Alabama, 52-49. Meanwhile, USC's Caleb Williams did everything he could to help the Trojans, throwing and running for 436 total yards and five touchdowns, but fell to the Utah Utes 43-42.
Ohio State's C.J. Stroud has the numbers and the undefeated record that will keep him as the leading candidate, but Hooker and Williams are hot on his trail.
Here's the latest Heisman Trophy udate:
1. CJ Stroud, Ohio State (+100) - Last Week (-140)
Stroud was on a bye this week, but the other contenders had signature performances, making it more of a competition after he moved to the odds on favorite last week.
2022 Stats: 113-160, 1,737 Passing Yards, 24 TDs, 3 INT
Next Week: Iowa
2. Hendon Hooker, Tennessee (+550) - Last Week (+1600)
Hooker was electric in the victory over Alabama, outdueling reigning Heisman Trophy winner Bryce Young, completing 21-of-30 passes for 385 yards and five touchdowns.
The final score of 52-49 is indicative of a marquee quarterback performance, the signature game of 2022.
2022 Stats: 111-143, 1,432 Passing Yards, 15 TDs, 1 INT
Next Week: Tennessee Martin
3. Caleb Williams, USC (+900) - Last Week (+500)
It was a losing effort, but boy did Caleb Williams look the part on the road on Saturday night against Utah, passing for 381 yards and five touchdowns.
He simply ran out of time on Saturday as a last minute Utah two-point conversion gave the Utes a 43-42 win. While it may hurt his case right now, he's still in the mix if he continues to push his numbers into the conversation with Hooker and Stroud. However, team success can ultimately cost the transfer star.
2022 Stats: 147-230, 1,971 Passing Yards, 19 TDs, 1 INT
Next Week: BYE
2022 Heisman Trophy Odds
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