Heisman Trophy ceremony 2025: When and how to watch; TV and streaming details

Heisman 2025 begins Dec 13 at 7 p.m. ET at the Appel Room, NYC. The ceremony airs live on ABC and streams via local affiliates and the ESPN app.

Published on: Dec 9, 2025, 08:02:33 IST

By Shamik Banerjee

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As the college football season winds down, the fight for the most prestigious award in the sport - the Heisman Trophy takes centerstage this week. On Monday, the four finalists for the Heisman Trophy 2025 were announced and it will be followed by the official ceremony on Saturday, December 13, when the winner will be announced.

Fernando Mendoza of the Indiana Hoosiers is the favorite to win the Heisman Trophy in 2025. (Getty Images via AFP)

This year, the Heisman Trophy contestants include Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin, Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, and Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia. Only one among them is set to be crowned the winner of the 2025 Heisman Trophy.

When will the ceremony take place? How to watch it? Details have been discussed below.

When Is The Heisman Trophy 2025 Ceremony?

The Heisman Trophy 2025 ceremony is slated for Saturday evening, i.e. December 13, 2025, in New York City. The ceremony will officially commence at 7:00 p.m. ET at the Appel Room inside Jazz at Lincoln Center, located at 10 Columbus Circle, New York City.

Though the event will begin at 7:00 p.m. ET, the guests will start arriving on the red carpet by 6 p.m. on Saturday. The broadcast is also expected to start around 6 p.m. ET.

How To Watch Heisman Trophy 2025: TV & Streaming Details

The 2025 edition of the Heisman Trophy will be broadcast live on ABC. Those with cable connections can stream the event on their local ABC affiliate. Additionally, those streaming the event can do so via the ESPN app.

Also read: Diego Pavia or Jeremiyah Love: Who's the favorite to win Heisman Trophy 2025? List of winners

Who Is Expected To Win The Heisman Trophy?

Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza leads the 2025 Heisman finalists after guiding his team to a 13-0 season with elite efficiency, a 181.4 passer rating, and 33 TDs to 6 interceptions.

Vanderbilt’s Diego Pavia impressed as a dual-threat, totaling 3,192 passing yards, 826 rushing yards, and 36 total TDs. Notre Dame’s Jeremiyah Love posted 1,372 rushing yards and 21 total TDs as a true workhorse, while Ohio State’s Julian Sayin threw for 3,323 yards and 31 TDs.

Mendoza’s precision and impact make him the Heisman favorite.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Shamik Banerjee
Shamik is a journalist covering the United States for Hindustan Times. He has more than four years of experience reporting on US politics, sports, and major breaking stories across fast-moving cycles. He previously worked at Times Now and Sportskeeda, building strong newsroom instincts and digital storytelling skills. At HT.com, he focuses on day-to-day coverage of US political developments while also handling high-impact stories that demand speed, accuracy, clarity, and context under pressure. Shamik has extensive experience covering NFL game days over the past two years, coordinating live updates, analysis, and explainers. He is particularly drawn to large news moments such as US elections and the Super Bowl, where he thrives at the news desk working alongside the team. He holds degrees in Media Studies from Jamia Millia Islamia and English Literature from Jadavpur University. Before entering journalism, he briefly worked in digital marketing and political consultancy roles. Currently a Senior Content Producer at HT Digital, he is driven by curiosity, discipline, and a constant desire to explore new and obscure topics. Outside work, he enjoys reading, films, sports, and learning continuously.Read More

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