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 underway, 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

Odds as of September 17, 2025

* = the same odds are offered by multiple sportsbooks.

2025-26 NFL Offensive Player of the Year Odds Compared - Top 10 Contenders

Odds as of September 17, 2025

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Derrick Henry: Throughout his career, Derrick Henry has never had a problem finding the end zone, and in his first season with the Ravens, that remained the case. Not only did Henry rush for 16 touchdowns and have two receiving touchdowns, but he finished with 1,921 rushing yards, which is the second-highest total he's produced in his career. Henry has certainly started the season like he is in pursuit of a new career high in rushing yards, as he took 18 carries for 169 yards and two touchdowns in Week One. While Henry had a very quiet Week Two, it is hard to imagine the Ravens don't lean on him more in their Week Three meeting with the Lions.

Bijan Robinson: The Atlanta Falcons have made it clear they do not want Bijan Robinson to receive so much volume that he breaks down before the end of the season. However, even with that, Robinson has enough talent to maximize every touch he gets. In Week One, Robinson had a quiet game on the ground, but he had six catches for 100 yards and one touchdown. The Falcons' running back followed that up with 143 rushing yards and 25 receiving yards in Week Two.

Saquon Barkley: It was a banner season for Saquon Barkley in 2024-25 as he took home his first Offensive Player of the Year honors while also winning his first Super Bowl. Barkley led the league in carries this past season with 345, which led to him rushing for 2,005 yards. Even after a slow start to the year in terms of yards, Barkley has still found the end zone in each game and is still third in carries among eligible running backs.

2025-26 NFL Defensive Player of the Year - Best Odds

Odds as of September 17, 2025

* = the same odds are offered by multiple sportsbooks.

2025-26 NFL Defensive Player of the Year Odds Comparison - Top 10 Contenders

Odds as of September 17, 2025

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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 on, as he's recorded 1.5 sacks and run stuffs through his first two games with Green Bay.

Myles Garrett: It looked as if Myles Garrett's tenure in Cleveland was over, but as the saying goes, "Money talks." Garrett was second in the league in sacks this past season with 14 while also forcing three fumbles. Garrett also made his presence felt in stopping the run as he posted a career-high in run stuffs. To open his ninth NFL season, Garrett continued to punish opposing offensive lines, as he sacked Joe Burrow twice and recorded five tackles in a tough loss. Garrett followed that performance up by recording 1.5 sacks against the Ravens, which has him tied for first in the league with 3.5.

Will Anderson Jr: He already has a Defensive Rookie of the Year Award in his trophy case, so the next step is for Anderson to add the DPOY Award. After following up his rookie season by recording 11 sacks, 37 tackles, and one forced fumble during the 2024-25 season, Anderson doesn't look to be slowing down in year three. Through two games, the former Alabama star has recorded two sacks, eight tackles, and 1.5 run stuffs.

Past NFL Offensive Player of the Year Winners & Odds

Previous NFL Defensive POTY Winners & Odds

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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