While it'd be an overstatement to say it's been a roller coaster of a season for Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore, it's not far off.
The first-year Ducks starter was excellent to begin the season, emerging as one of the Heisman Trophy favorites in late September and early October including positioning himself in many eyes as the top potential prospect in the 2026 NFL Draft class. Then, Week 7 against the now No. 2 Indiana Hoosiers happened, as he threw a pair of fourth quarter interceptions and Oregon lost at home, 30-20. He then rebounded with a four-touchdown game against Rutgers on the road before two tough weather condition games against Wisconsin and Iowa.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementHe missed a majority of the second half against the Badgers with a broken nose, finishing with just 86 pass yards in a little over a half of play. Against the Hawkeyes, he totaled 112 yards and an interception — yet engineered a clutch game-winning drive in the final minute that led to a Ducks field goal.
The past two weeks have been highs once again, as he's eclipsed 250 yards passing in two consecutive games for the first time in his career. However, the rough patch — whether his fault or not — in the middle of the season dropped him significantly in Heisman Trophy odds, giving way for a pair of fellow Big Ten passers to challenge for the award.
Let's check out the full post-Week 13 Heisman Trophy odds, including where Moore lands after an excellent performance against the USC Trojans.
Fernando Mendoza — Indiana Hoosiers (-125)
Nov 15, 2025; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) prepares to throw the ball during the first quarter against the Wisconsin Badgers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn ImagesPrevious Odds: -110
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement2025 Stats: 203-for-278, 2,641 yards, 30 TDs, 5 INTs / / 62 rushes, 216 yards, 5 TDs
Julian Sayin — Ohio State Buckeyes (+430)
Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) throws a pass during the second half of the NCAA football game against the Western Michigan Broncos at Ohio Stadium.Previous Odds: +210
2025 Stats: 239-for-301, 2,832 yards, 27 TDs, 4 INTs
Jeremiah Love — Notre Dame Fighting Irish (+550)
Nov 15, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Jeremiyah Love (4) runs the ball against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn ImagesPrevious Odds: +4000
2025 Stats: 185 rushes, 1,306 yards, 17 TDs / / 26 catches, 274 yards, 3 TDs
Diego Pavia — Vanderbilt Commodores (+550)
Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia (2) runs the ball against Utah State during the third quarter at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025.Previous Odds: +2000
2025 Stats: 224-for-312, 2,924 yards, 26 TDs, 6 INTs / / 132 rushes, 661 yards, 8 TDs
Marcel Reed — Texas A&M Aggies (+1200)
Oct 18, 2025; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) passes in the fourth quarter against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn ImagesPrevious Odds: +500
2025 Stats: 189-for-306, 2,752 yards, 25 TDs, 8 INTs / / 77 rushes, 395 yards, 6 TDs
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementGunner Stockton — Georgia Bulldogs (+3500)
Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) runs into the end zone for a touchdown during a college football game between Tennessee and Georgia at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Sept. 13, 2025.Previous Odds: +2500
2025 Stats: 220-for-308, 2,465 yards, 19 TDs, 4 INTs / / 88 rushes, 361 yards 8 TDs
Jeremiah Smith — Ohio State Buckeyes (+10000)
Nov 8, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn ImagesPrevious Odds: +6000
2025 Stats: 69 catches, 902 yards, 10 TDs
Jacob Rodriguez — Texas Tech Red Raiders (+10000)
Nov 8, 2025; Lubbock, Texas, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders defensive back Jacob Rodriguez (10) reacts after a play against the Brigham Young Cougars at Jones AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-Imagn ImagesPrevious Odds: +10000
2025 Stats: 97 total tackles, 6 PDs, 1 sack, 7 FF, 4 INT / / 1 rush, 2 yards, 1 TD
Haynes King — Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (+30000)
Sep 20, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets quarterback Haynes King (10) scrambles against the Temple Owls in the third quarter at Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn ImagesPrevious Odds: +2700
2025 Stats: 211-for-294, 2,516 yards, 12 TDs, 4 INTs / / 168 rushes, 883 yards, 15 TDs
Ty Simpson — Alabama Crimson Tide (+30000)
Nov 16, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson (15) receives a snapped ball against the Mercer Bears during the third quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Will McLelland-Imagn ImagesPrevious Odds: +15000
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement2025 Stats: 237-for-354, 2,934 yards, 22 TDs, 4 INTs
Jayden Maiava — USC Trojans (+30000)
Nov 15, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava (14) moves out to pass against the Iowa Hawkeyes during the first half at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn ImagesPrevious Odds: +30000
2025 Stats: 226-for-344, 3,174 yards, 21 TDs, 8 INTs / / 47 rushes, 140 yards, 6 TDs
CJ Carr — Notre Dame Fighting Irish (+30000)
Aug 31, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback CJ Carr (13) drops back to pass against the Miami Hurricanes during the first quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn ImagesPrevious Odds: +30000
2025 Stats: 178-for-266, 2,536 yards, 22 TDs, 6 INTs
Dante Moore — Oregon Ducks (+40000)
EUGENE, OREGON - NOVEMBER 22: Dante Moore #5 of the Oregon Ducks throws the ball against the Southern California Trojansduring the second half at Autzen Stadium on November 22, 2025 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Tom Hauck/Getty Images)Previous Odds: +40000
2025 Stats: 207-for-284, 2,447 yards, 23 TDs, 6 INTs / / 50 rushes, 180 yards
Trinidad Chambliss — Ole Miss Rebels (+40000)
Sep 27, 2025; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels quarterback Trinidad Chambliss (6) runs the ball during the fourth quarter against the LSU Tigers at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn ImagesPrevious Odds: +40000
2025 Stats: 195-for-299, 2,657 yards, 14 TDs, 3 INTs / / 110 rushes, 444 yards, 6 TDs
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