Heisman finalists announced Dec. 8 and the trophy awarded Dec. 13 will likely move Heisman futures and player prop lines—bettors should expect volatility and may delay large wagers until the finalist reveal. The awards show on Dec. 12 can further shape bowl-betting narratives and NFL draft-market perceptions, affecting QB and defensive-player markets.
2025 College Football Awards Calendar: Key Dates and Stakes
The regular season is complete and the 2025 college football awards season has arrived. A series of national honors will be handed out in the coming days, culminating with the year’s most prestigious prize. The awards timeline will shape late-season narratives, player stock for the NFL draft and betting markets ahead of bowl games.
Top dates to mark
Dec. 8 — Heisman Trophy finalists announced Dec. 12 — Year-end national awards show at 7:00 p.m. ET Dec. 13 — Heisman Trophy presented at 8:00 p.m. ET in New York City
Honors already handed out
Eddie Robinson Award — Kevin Cahill (Lehigh), after a 12–0 regular season that led the Mountain Hawks. Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award — Diego Pavia (Vanderbilt), honored as the nation’s top upperclassman quarterback. Lott IMPACT Trophy — Caleb Downs (Ohio State), recognized for defensive performance and character.
Heisman Trophy preview
The Heisman Trophy, awarded to college football’s most outstanding player, will be decided Dec. 13 at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City. Finalists will be revealed on Dec. 8, a key moment that typically produces immediate movement in futures and player-prop markets. Expect intense media scrutiny and last-minute momentum shifts for finalists.
Betting implications and market advice
With finalists announced Dec. 8, bettors should anticipate sharp line movement in Heisman futures and related props. Waiting for the finalist reveal reduces surprise risk; immediate bets after Dec. 8 capture clearer consensus pricing. The Dec. 12 awards show can alter narratives that influence bowl odds and draft-related markets, especially for quarterbacks and standout defensive players.
What to watch next
Monitor finalist announcements and award-show coverage for narrative shifts. Track injury reports and team bowl assignments, since postseason performance and exposure can further change player valuations for both awards and future draft projections.
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