The NFL Defensive Player of the Year odds are stacked with pass rushers, including single-season sack record holder Myles Garrett, who was traded to the Los Angeles Rams back in June.
Garrett is going for his second straight and third overall Defensive Player of the Year award in 2026-27, and he's seen his NFL odds shorten following the blockbuster deal.
NFL Defensive Player of the Year odds
| Player Name |  Probability |
|---|---|
 Myles Garrett |
20% |
 Will Anderson Jr. |
13% |
 Aidan Hutchinson |
11% |
 Maxx Crosby |
5% |
 Nick Bosa |
5% |
 Nik Bonitto |
4% |
 Abdul Carter |
4% |
 T.J. Watt |
4% |
| Fred Warner |
3% |
 Jalen Carter |
3% |
Odds as of 8-10. Percentages courtesy of Kalshi.
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NFL Defensive Player of the Year prediction
New York Giants pass rusher Brian Burns is coming off a 16.5-sack season, trailing only Garrett.
Burns also finished Top 5 among all edge rushers in pass-rush win rate on third down last season. With New York expected to contend for a playoff spot following its coaching staff overhaul, his odds could shorten quickly if the Giants start stacking wins early.
At this value, I wouldn't mind taking a shot on Burns prior to Week 1 action.
DPOY Pick: Brian Burns (2% probability at Kalshi)
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NFL Defensive Player of the Year betting trends
• Since this award was first given out in 1974, eight defensive players have claimed this award more than once. However, no defensive back has ever won it multiple times.
• While voters for the NFL MVP Award seem to take team success into the equation, the same hasn't necessarily been true for DPOY accolades. Five of the last 10 winners of the DPOY award were on defenses that ranked outside the Top 10.
NFL Defensive Player of the Year history
A quick look at the NFL DPOY winners since 2000 and the position they played.
| Year | NFL DPOY Award Winner | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 |  Myles Garrett |
DE |
| 2024 | Patrick Surtain II |
CB |
| 2023 | Myles Garrett |
DE |
| 2022 |  Nick Bosa |
DE |
| 2021 | T.J. Watt |
Edge |
| 2020 | Aaron Donald |
DT |
| 2019 |  Stephon Gilmore |
CB |
| 2018 | Aaron Donald |
DT |
| 2017 | Aaron Donald |
DT |
| 2016 | Khalil Mack |
Edge |
| 2015 |  J.J. Watt |
DE |
| 2014 | J.J. Watt |
DE |
| 2013 |  Luke Kuechly |
LB |
| 2012 | J.J. Watt |
DE |
| 2011 |  Terrell Suggs |
Edge |
| 2010 | Troy Polamalu |
S |
| 2009 |  Charles Woodson |
DB |
| 2008 | James Harrison |
Edge |
| 2007 |  Bob Sanders |
S |
| 2006 |  Jason Taylor |
Edge |
| 2005 |  Brian Urlacher |
LB |
| 2004 | Ed Reed |
S |
| 2003 | Ray Lewis |
LB |
| 2002 |  Derrick Brooks |
LB |
| 2001 | Michael Strahan |
DE |
| 2000 | Ray Lewis |
LB |
NFL Defensive Player of the Year winners by position
| Position | Number of DPOY awards |
|---|---|
| Linebacker | 17 |
| Defensive end | 14 |
| Defensive tackle | 10 |
| Cornerback | 7 |
| Safety | 5 |
Linebackers have historically dominated this honor, and only two defensive backs have taken home the award in the last 10 seasons.
NFL DPOY Odds FAQs
Los Angeles Rams defensive end Myles Garrett is currently atop the DPOY odds board.
Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett won the 2025 DPOY award.
