With 3-time Defensive Player of the Year, Aaron Donald retiring, there’s one less name on the
list for the annual award. After Myles Garrett’s win last season, it's been five straight years with
a different winner. Can Garrett repeat or will Micah Parsons earn his first DOP honors? Or is
there a longshot with a legitimate shot? Let’s dive in.
Micah Parsons +550
Since entering the league, Micah Parsons has wreaked havoc on opposing quarterbacks. He’s
recorded 40.5 sacks, 6 force fumbles and 4 fumble recoveries in his three seasons in the NFL.
Parsons is the only defender to finish in the top three in DPOY voting in each of the last three
seasons. With a huge contract extension on the horizon, Parsons can solidify a mammoth
payday with another dominant season.
T.J. Watt +600
T.J. Watt won this award in 2021 and was a contender to repeat the following season but
injuries hindered his chances. Watt had a spectacular 2023 racking up 19 sacks and four forced
fumbles and an interception. With some free agency additions on defense, Watt could continue
his tear on quarterbacks and be in the conversation for DOP.
Nick Bosa +750
The 2022 DPOY winner took a step backwards in 2023. After leading the NFL with 18.5 sacks
the year he won the award, Bosa finished with just 10.5 sacks. He did receive a record setting
contract and actually did finish with more pressures (95) and a better PFF grade (92.7) than he
did in 2022. He’s had three straight seasons of double-digit sacks and should have a bounce
back season in San Francisco as that defensive line continues to be dominant.
LONGSHOT - Jalen Carter +6600
Jalen Carter had a very impressive rookie season with the Eagles and just missed out being
named Defensive Rookie of the Year. He finished with 6 sacks, 2 forced fumbles and a fumble
recovery in his first season. Carter will only get better in his second season and be worth a shot
at this price.
Who votes for NFL Defensive Player of the Year?
The award is determined by 50 sports writers from the country who are involved with the
Associated Press. Each voter gets three votes and uses one for first place, second and third
place. The winner is the player who receives the most total votes.
Odds For Defensive Player of the Year
- Micah Parsons +550
- T.J. Watt +600
- Myles Garrett +650
- Maxx Crosby +700
- Nick Bosa +750
- Aidan Hutchinson +1200
- Josh Allen (JAX) +1800
- Will Anderson Jr. +2500
- Chris Jones +2800
- Montez Sweat +3300
- Fred Warner +3300
- Rashan Gary +3300
- Kyle Hamilton +4000
- Danielle Hunter +4000
- Brian Burns +4000
Sauce Gardner +4000