Washington QB Michael Penix Emerges as Heisman Co-Favorite With Caleb Williams

Huskies' QB Michael Penix Jr., who leads the country in passing yards and touchdowns, is now atop the Heisman Futures betting market with USC's Caleb Williams.

There’s a new name sitting atop the Heisman Trophy futures betting board as of Tuesday. Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr., who was +1100 in January, has garnered immense respect among oddsmakers.

The Huskies signal caller has emerged as the co-favorite with USC’s reigning Heisman Trophy winner, Caleb Williams, at consensus odds of +380. Texas’s Quinn Ewers slots in as the third overall favorite at +500.

Penix leads the country with 1,636 passing yards and 16 touchdown passes while helping Washington (4-0) to its No. 7 ranking in the latest AP poll. He’s also completed 74.6% of his passes.

USC’s Caleb Williams and Washington’s Michael Penix Jr. are the current co-favorites to win the Heisman Trophy :: Rick Scuteri/AP (Williams); Joe Nicholson/USA TODAY Sports (Penix)

Williams also has been superb this season, throwing for 1,200 yards and 15 touchdowns passes while rushing for three scores on the ground for the No. 8 Trojans (4-0). USC’s star gun-slinger has not thrown an interception this season, while completing 74.3% of passes.

The Huskies and Trojans are scheduled to play Nov. 4 in Los Angeles in a matchup that will help shape the race for the Pac-12 championship game.

Colorado, Michigan and Virginia Readers: Get up to $100 from SI Sportsbook

Readers not in those states can bet $5 on DraftKings and get $200 in Bonus Bets

---

If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call the National Council for Problem Gambling 1-800-522-4700. The Arena Media Brands, LLC and its partners may receive compensation for links to products and services on this website.