Good news, everyone! The online sportsbook Bovada released their initial Defensive Rookie of the Year odds, and New Orleans Saints defensive end Marcus Davenport is among the top 10 candidates despite not practicing in weeks. Pulled groin muscle aside, it’s encouraging to see excitement for Davenport’s pro prospects remain strong.
As for his competition? Davenport is tied up with three other players for the postseason award at 18/1 odds: Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander, and Tennessee Titans linebackers Rashaan Evans and Harold Landry. Landry (Tennessee’s second round draft pick) has been pointed to as a better prospect than Davenport by many critics of New Orleans’ bold draft day trade up.