By: Marcus A. Gonzalez

📊 Current Odds & Rankings

SportsbookOddsRank
DraftKings+9503rd
FanDuel+900T-2nd
Caesars+8003rd
ESPN BET+8002nd

Klubnik is consistently ranked in the top three across major sportsbooks.

🔥 Why Klubnik Is a Legit Heisman Contender

  • Elite Stats in 2024:
    • 3,639 passing yards
    • 36 passing TDs, 6 INTs
    • 463 rushing yards, 7 rushing TDs
  • Efficiency:
    • 1.2% interception rate (one of the best nationally)
    • 148.2 passer rating
    • Strong TD-to-INT ratio compared to Garrett Nussmeier
  • Supporting Cast:
    • Top 3 receiving corps (Antonio Williams, Bryant Wesco Jr., T.J. Moore)
    • Top 10 offensive line (per PFF College)
  • Schedule Advantage:
  • ACC defenses are soft: 5 of 8 ACC opponents ranked outside top 50 in SP+ last year
  • Only LSU and South Carolina pose serious defensive threats
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🏁 Heisman Competition

PlayerTeamOddsNotes
Arch ManningTexas+600High upside, but limited experience
Garrett NussmeierLSU+900Strong stats, but tougher SEC schedule
Jeremiah SmithOhio State+1000WRs rarely win, but he’s elite
LaNorris SellersSouth Carolina+1600Dual-threat QB with rising hype

🧠 What Sportsbooks Are Watching

  • Clemson’s Record:
    A 10+ win season is enough to keep Klubnik in the Heisman conversation, especially with a playoff berth.
  • Big Games:
    Strong performances vs. LSU, FSU, and South Carolina will be key. He needs to shine in nationally televised matchups.
  • Narrative:
    Klubnik could become Clemson’s first-ever Heisman winner, a feat neither Deshaun Watson nor Trevor Lawrence could accomplish during their time.