- Ohio State’s star receiver Jeremiah Smith is a leading Heisman chatter — trying to become the first wideout to win since 2020 after back-to-back huge seasons and a national title impact.
- The Heisman race looks quarterback-heavy again, with names like CJ Carr, Arch Manning, Dante Moore and Darian Mensah all likely to create headline moments.
- Big coaching storylines to watch: Lincoln Riley (USC), Marcus Freeman (Notre Dame) and Steve Sarkisian (Texas) all enter 2026 with high expectations and Coach of the Year buzz.
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