Cowboys’ Micah Parsons is currently the favorite to win the Defensive Player of the Year award, showcasing his exceptional talent and determination on the field.
After Week 1, T.J. Watt held the lead with odds at +400, a significant rise from +850. His impressive performance set the stage for a competitive race.
In Week 2, Aidan Hutchinson made headlines with a standout game, propelling him to the top of the oddsboard.
What is the current state of the race?
Here’s a look at the leading contenders for the 2024 NFL Defensive Player of the Year, as listed by DraftKings Sportsbook on September 24.
NFL DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR ODDS:
Aidan Hutchinson, Lions: +250 (bet $10 to win $35 total)
T.J. Watt, Steelers: +250 (bet $10 to win $35 total)
Micah Parsons, Cowboys: +1000 (bet $10 to win $110 total)
Maxx Crosby, Raiders: +1200 (bet $10 to win $130 total)
Nick Bosa, 49ers: +1200 (bet $10 to win $130 total)
Myles Garrett, Browns: +1500 (bet $10 to win $160 total)
Hutchinson demonstrated sheer dominance in Week 2 against the Buccaneers, accumulating 4.5 sacks, four tackles for loss, five quarterback hits, and forcing a fumble.
In Week 3, he added a sack and six tackles in Detroit’s victory over the Cardinals, moving his odds from +400 to +250.
Currently, Hutchinson leads the league with 6.5 sacks in just three weeks.
Meanwhile, T.J. Watt, who was at +450 last week, continues to demonstrate his prowess. In a Week 3 win over the Chargers, he recorded a sack, a tackle for loss, and two quarterback hits, solidifying his position in the race.
