Who Will Win NFL Defensive Player of the Year?
Betting Odds and Analysis
TJ Watt's Long Odds are Puzzling
The current top 3 odds to win NFL Defensive Player of the Year (DPOY) are:
- Parsons -115
- Garrett 110
- Watt 320
Many are surprised by Watt's low odds, considering his impressive performance last season. He led the NFL with 22.5 sacks and was named First-Team All-Pro and NFL Defensive Player of the Year. In comparison, Garrett had 16.0 sacks and Parsons had 13.0 sacks.
Garrett is currently the betting favorite to win DPOY at 140. He has a narrow lead over Watt, who is at 200.
Garrett's Slight Edge over Watt
Garrett has a slight edge over Watt in terms of betting odds because he is a more versatile player. He is equally effective as a pass rusher and coverage linebacker, while Watt is primarily a pass rusher. Garrett also has a longer track record of success, having been named DPOY and First-Team All-Pro multiple times.
However, Watt is a more dominant pass rusher than Garrett. He has led the NFL in sacks in each of the past two seasons and has a career total of 88.5 sacks in just six seasons. Watt is also a two-time Defensive Player of the Year.
Other Contenders
While Parsons, Garrett, and Watt are the betting favorites to win DPOY, there are a few other players who could challenge them. These include:
- Myles Garrett
- Aaron Donald
- Jaire Alexander
Garrett is a teammate of Watt and is one of the most talented pass rushers in the NFL. Donald is a seven-time Pro Bowl and three-time Defensive Player of the Year. Alexander is a two-time Pro Bowl and one-time First-Team All-Pro cornerback.
Conclusion
The race for NFL Defensive Player of the Year is wide open. TJ Watt is the most dominant pass rusher in the league, but Garrett is a more versatile player and has a longer track record of success. Parsons is a rising star, but he still has a lot to prove. The other contenders listed above could also make a run at the award. Only time will tell who will ultimately win.
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