A once crowded field for the Heisman Trophy has been whittled down to the final few competitors entering the closing weeks of the 2024 college football season.
While a few fanbases might feel differently, this seems like a three-player race at this point. Colorado wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter remains the favorite, but Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty and Miami quarterback Cam Ward are still in this race.
Let's zero in on—and rank!—the top three candidates.
3. Cam Ward, QB, Miami

Cam Ward's Heisman Trophy chances felt better earlier this season, when he was stockpiling scores and steering the Hurricanes to an undefeated start.