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Author: Anthony Vlahovic
Last Updated: 25 November, 2025
2025-26 NFL Player of the Year Odds
Saquon Barkley made a move to his division rival over the offseason, and that move has led to him becoming the 2024-25 Offensive Player of the Year. Meanwhile, on the other side of the ball, Pat Surtain became just the third defensive back to win Defensive Player of the Year since 2010.
With the regular season entering Week 13, bettors can stay up to date on all odds changes for the 2025-26 Offensive and Defensive Player of the Year from now until the end of next season.
2025-26 NFL Offensive Player of the Year - Best Odds
Player | Opening Odds | Current Best Odds |
|---|---|---|
Jonathan Taylor | +2500 | -120 (FanDuel) |
Jaxon Smith-Njigba | +4000 | +110 (BetRivers) |
Christian McCaffrey | +1600 | +4000 (FanDuel) |
Jahmyr Gibbs | +900 | +4000 (BetRivers) |
Puka Nacua | +2000 | +12,500 (FanDuel) |
De'Von Achane | +4000 | +15,000 (DraftKings) |
Amon-Ra St. Brown | +2000 | +17,500 (FanDuel) |
George Pickens | +15000 | +20,000 (BetRivers) |
James Cook | +6600 | +20,000 (DraftKings) |
Drake Maye | +15000 | +25,000 (FanDuel) |
Davante Adams | +10000 | +25,000 (DraftKings) |
Matthew Stafford | +20000 | +25,000 (FanDuel) |
Josh Allen | +5000 | +25,000 (FanDuel) |
Derrick Henry | +1200 | +25,000 (DraftKings) |
Bijan Robinson | +1400 | +25,000 (FanDuel) |
Ja'Marr Chase | +1200 | +30,000 (DraftKings) |
Saquon Barkley | +600 | +40,000 (FanDuel) |
Odds as of November 25, 2025
* = the same odds are offered by multiple sportsbooks.
2025-26 NFL Offensive Player of the Year Odds Compared - Top 10 Contenders
Player | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Jonathan Taylor | -135 | -120 | -150 |
Jaxon Smith-Njigba | +105 | -105 | +110 |
Christian McCaffrey | +2500 | +4000 | +3000 |
Jahmyr Gibbs | +3000 | +2500 | +4000 |
Puka Nacua | +10,000 | +12,500 | +10,000 |
Matthew Stafford | +10,000 | +25,000 | +15,000 |
Drake Maye | +10,000 | +25,000 | +10,000 |
Josh Allen | +10,000 | +25,000 | +10,000 |
George Pickens | +15,000 | +10,000 | +20,000 |
De'Von Achane | +15,000 | +12,500 | +10,000 |
Odds as of November 25, 2025
Current Favorites
Jonathan Taylor: The Colts have been the story of the NFL season so far, and for as good as Daniel Jones has been, Jonathan Taylor is arguably the biggest reason for their success. Through 11 games, Taylor leads the league in rushing yards with 1,197 and is second in rush attempts with 205. Taylor has also found the end zone 17 times, 15 on the ground and twice through the air, as his play-making ability has turned the Colts into an offensive juggernaut.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba: Ohio State receivers have overtaken the league, and Smith-Njigba is the latest star to shine. After a strong year last year, Smith-Njigba has raised his game to another level this year with Sam Darnold as his quarterback. On 80 receptions, Smith-Njigba has pulled in a league-best 1,313 yards to go along with seven touchdowns.
Christian McCaffrey: Injuries have always been an issue for McCaffrey and for the 49ers organization as a whole. Well, while the 49ers are still having problems with the injury bug, McCaffrey has stayed healthy and kept the team in the playoff hunt. The veteran running back is 10th in the league in rushing yards with 796, and he has also pulled in 785 receiving yards and scored 12 total touchdowns.
2025-26 NFL Defensive Player of the Year - Best Odds
Player | Opening Odds | Current Best Odds |
|---|---|---|
Myles Garrett | +750 | -835 (BetRivers) |
Micah Parsons | +850 | +900 (FanDuel) |
Will Anderson Jr. | +1200 | +1300 (FanDuel) |
Nik Bonitto | +6000 | +4500 (FanDuel) |
Danielle Hunter | +8000 | +4500 (FanDuel) |
Aidan Hutchinson | +750 | +6000 (FanDuel) |
Jared Verse | +2500 | +8000 (FanDuel) |
Brian Burns | N/A | +10,000 (FanDuel) |
Rashan Gary | +10,000 | +15,000 (DraftKings) |
T.J. Watt | +750 | +15,000 (FanDuel) |
Kyle Hamilton | +5000 | +15,000 (FanDuel) |
Derwin James Jr. | +10,000 | +15,000 (DraftKings) |
Maxx Crosby | +900 | +20,000 (FanDuel) |
Byron Young | N/A | +20,000 (FanDuel) |
Leonard Williams | +6000 | +25,000 (FanDuel) |
Laiatu Latu | N/A | +25,000 (FanDuel) |
Chris Jones | +5000 | +25,000 (FanDuel) |
Devin Lloyd | N/A | +25,000 (DraftKings) |
Odds as of November 25, 2025
* = the exact odds are offered by multiple sportsbooks.
2025-26 NFL Defensive Player of the Year Odds Comparison - Top 10 Contenders
Player | DraftKings | FanDuel | BetRivers |
|---|---|---|---|
Myles Garrett | -1000 | -1500 | -835 |
Micah Parsons | +800 | +900 | +600 |
Will Anderson Jr. | +1000 | +1300 | +1000 |
Nik Bonitto | +2500 | +4500 | +3000 |
Brian Burns | +3000 | +10,000 | +5000 |
Aidan Hutchinson | +3500 | +6000 | +3000 |
Jared Verse | +4000 | +8000 | +2500 |
Danielle Hunter | +4000 | +4500 | +4000 |
Byron Young | +6000 | +20,000 | +4000 |
T.J. Watt | +9000 | +15,000 | +10,000 |
Odds as of November 25, 2025
Current Favorites
Myles Garrett: The Browns may still be having a hard time finding the win column, but Myles Garrett still has no problem getting to the quarterback. With three more sacks in a win over the Raiders, Garrett leads the league with 18. On top of that, he has also recorded 44 tackles, 11.5 run stuffs, and three forced fumbles. At this pace, Garrett is on track to set new career highs in sacks and run stuffs, as well as set the NFL record for sacks in a season.
Micah Parsons: In what was one of the more shocking trades in recent NFL history, the Cowboys dealt Micah Parsons to the Packers just a few days before the season started. Parsons has long proven to be a game-changing player, and that did not change with a different jersey, as he has recorded 10.0 sacks and 4.5 run stuffs through his first 11 games with Green Bay.
Will Anderson Jr.: With a Rookie of the Year already in his trophy case, Anderson Jr. is looking to add some new hardware. While Myles Garrett is making it difficult this season, the Texans' defensive end has proven he is only getting better as time goes on. With one more sack, Anderson Jr will set a new career high, as he has 10.5 in 11 games. On top of that, the former Alabama product has forced three fumbles and recovered two.
Past NFL Offensive Player of the Year Winners & Odds
Season | Player | Position | Team | Opening odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | Saquon Barkley | RB | Philadelphia Eagles | +2200 |
2023 | Christian McCaffrey | RB | San Francisco 49ers | +1500 |
2022 | Justin Jefferson | WR | Minnesota Vikings | N/A |
2021 | Cooper Kupp | WR | Los Angeles Rams | N/A |
2020 | Derrick Henry | RB | Tennessee Titans | N/A |
2019 | Michael Thomas | WR | New Orleans Saints | N/A |
Previous NFL Defensive POTY Winners & Odds
Season | Player | Position | Team | Opening odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | Pat Surtain II | CB | Denver Broncos | +12500 |
2023 | Myles Garrett | DE | Cleveland Browns | +600 |
2022 | Nick Bosa | DE | San Francisco 49ers | +1400 |
2021 | T.J. Watt | OLB | Pittsburgh Steelers | +800 |
2020 | Aaron Donald | DT | Los Angeles Rams | +600 |
2019 | Stephon Gilmore | CB | New England Patriots | +8000 |
NFL Player of the Year History, Trends, and Pointers
Only three defensive backs have won the DPOY Award since 2010, the most recent being Pat Surtain II in 2024.
Since 2010, six quarterbacks, six running backs, and three wide receivers have won OPOY.
No offensive player has won the award in consecutive seasons since Marshall Faulk won in 1999,2000, and 2001.
Since 2012, the OPOY has gone to a first-time winner.
Winning the award multiple times is more common on defense, as J.J. Watt and Aaron Donald have won it three times since 2012.
Spotting the Scheme-Driven Star in Award Markets
A common saying during the NFL Draft and free agency is “That player is a great fit for that system.” Some players just luck out in their careers by landing with an offensive or defensive coordinator who operates a system that plays to their strengths. These systems can be complex play calls that open up a specific position for success, or they could rely more on a particular position.
Regarding NFL Player of the Year markets, voters want gaudy numbers, and for some guys to achieve those impressive stats, they need help from their coordinators. Sure, talent is still certainly required to win this award, but take the OPOY Award, for example. In 2024, Saquon Barkley joined the Eagles under Kellen Moore’s offensive system, and by leading the league in rush attempts, he went on to rush for 2,005 yards and 13 touchdowns.
Some offensive coordinators excel at producing points and big plays at an impressive rate, which helps bettors identify players who may have outstanding statistical years. This same idea applies defensively, as many coordinators apply significant pressure and complex blitzes. While this doesn’t guarantee that players in those systems will win this award, it is a factor to consider when evaluating the award, especially during the preseason.
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