Top-ranked Ohio State is favored by 17.5 points against its Big Ten foe, according to FanDuel. It’s the largest spread between the teams since OSU was an 18.5-point home favorite in 2021, according to Odd Shark’s database. The spread is a result of two things: the Buckeyes’ dominance and the Nittany Lions’ struggles.

Through seven games, Sayin ranks fourth in passing touchdowns with 19, just behind three quarterbacks who have 21 each. If he maintains this level of play, Sayin has a real chance to become a Heisman finalist and possibly even a winner, an accomplishment none of the other quarterbacks on this list achieved during their first seasons as starters.