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Defensive Player of the Year: Early Favorites and Surprises

In the rugged and relentless realm of the <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nfl">NFL</a>, the Defensive Player of the Year award stands as a testament to dominance and disruption. And while it&#8217;s early days, some names are already rising above the fray.
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Micah Parsons remains the frontrunner, with many seeing him as the favorite in this race. But hot on his heels is Myles Garrett at 6 to 1. After delivering a stellar performance, he&#8217;s cemented his status as a top contender this season.
Then there&#8217;s TJ Watt and Nick Bosa – no surprises there. These stalwarts have consistently been at the top of their game, so seeing them among the early favorites is no shock.
However, one name that is undervalued is Aaron Donald at 20 to 1. True, last year was a rollercoaster for him, and a chorus of critics felt he might have lost a step. But if the Rams can rally and he plays a pivotal role, those odds could look like a steal by season&#8217;s end.
Remember, players – even greats like Donald – have ups and downs. It was the same narrative around him, who faced plenty of detractors but could still bounce back.
In the end, betting on the NFL&#8217;s top defensive honors is volatile. The league is filled with talent, and the scales can tip in any direction from week to week. But for those looking to play the long game, keep an eye on seasoned pros who have proven their mettle time and time again. Sometimes, the best strategy isn&#8217;t just to &#8220;sell high" but to &#8220;buy high and sell higher." The gridiron saga continues, and it&#8217;s anyone&#8217;s game.
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Favorites Micah Parsons and Myles Garrett sit above the rest, but Donald is a strong dark horse. While there is a long way to go, this price may not get any better.

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