Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr is now the Heisman Trophy favorite

Nov 7, 2026; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback CJ Carr (13) passes the ball against the Miami Hurricanes during the first half at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect It was a massive night for the colle

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What is the story about?

It was a massive night for the college football world, and it either strengthened or enhanced any of the future storylines for the season concerning the College Football Playoff, and… the Heisman Trophy.

According to FanDuel Sportsbook, Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr, is now the frontrunner to win the most prestigious individual postseason award in college football.

Carr had a great game in a win over No. 1 Miami in which he was 29/40 for 319 yards and 3 TD. Carr even had one of those “Heisman moments”

with his play in Notre Dame’s final drive of the first half to go up 17-3.

While his numbers overall aren’t record-breaking, Carr has been better than good all season and has risen to the top of charts by being better than good on a team that has the second best odds to win the national championship (behind Georgia)

So… can he do it? Can CJ Carr bring home Notre Dame’s 8th Heisman Trophy?