ANALYSIS: Cam Ward saw Heisman Trophy odds drop after loss, but statistically he should still be a favorite

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NCAA Football: Duke at Miami — Nov 2, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward (1) looks for a passing option against the Duke Blue Devils during the first quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

The Miami Hurricanes weren't the only loser on Saturday, when the team fell to Georgia Tech. QB Cam Ward's Heisman Trophy hopes also took a shot. Ward went from a frontrunner per FanDuel to a somewhat distant fourth despite throwing for 348 yards and three TDs. He lost a fumble with Miami trying to mount a final game-winning TD drive and seemed to struggle finding men open downfield. And the Heisman also has a frontrunner component as it pertains to teams winning.