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2026 Heisman dark horses: Keelon Russell, Malachi Toney among 6 long shots who could end up in New York

CBS Sports and other outlets are identifying long-shot Heisman Trophy contenders, including Keelon Russell and Malachi Toney, for the 2026 season.

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📍 How it ended

CBS Sports identified six dark horse candidates for the 2026 Heisman Trophy, including Keelon Russell and Malachi Toney. Other coverage focused on early odds, predictions, and potential contenders from Virginia and Miami.

The story quieted without a definitive conclusion in the coverage.

Epilogue added 39d ago, after coverage quieted.

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The brief

Analysis is beginning for the 2026 Heisman Trophy race, with a focus on 'dark horse' candidates and sleepers. CBS Sports has specifically highlighted six players who could potentially win the award in New York, naming Keelon Russell and Malachi Toney as two of these long shots.

Coverage from CBS Sports, On3, Bleacher Report, and Yahoo Sports emphasizes early odds and predictions. The reporting includes a look at potential contenders from Virginia and a standout star from Miami.

Future coverage is expected to focus on the early odds and the performance of these identified sleepers as the 2026 college football season approaches.

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Quick answers

Who are some of the named Heisman dark horses for 2026?

Keelon Russell and Malachi Toney are among the six long shots listed by CBS Sports.

Which teams are mentioned in the early Heisman discussions?

Coverage mentions potential contenders from Virginia and Miami.

Which outlets are reporting on the 2026 Heisman sleepers?

Reporting is coming from CBS Sports, On3, Bleacher Report, and Yahoo Sports.

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