The Motion Community NFL analyst takes a have a look at the highest contenders in addition to the Giants and Jets within the newly launched DraftKings odds to win Tremendous Bowl LVII.
Chiefs (15/2): Regardless of blowing a result in the Bengals within the AFC Championship, it’s no shock to see Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs proper again on the prime of the board for 2023. They’ll in fact return their star quarterback and most of his weapons on offense.
Payments (15/2): Many bettors thought the Payments 1) deserved to beat the Chiefs and a pair of) would have overwhelmed each the Bengals and Rams to win the Tremendous Bowl had they gotten previous Kansas Metropolis. There’s nonetheless lots to love in Buffalo, with Josh Allen trying to find his first Tremendous Bowl look and win.
Rams (10/1): Are a deserving third favourite because it stands now, however there’s lots of hypothesis about what’s subsequent for a few of their star gamers and even their coach. There’s some hypothesis that Aaron Donald might retire, and whereas coach Sean McVay in all probability gained’t retire this summer time, the thought of retiring younger is being floated in his camp.
Cowboys (14/1): Misplaced within the first spherical of the playoffs this yr however must be again within the combine due to an explosive offense and opportunistic protection.
49ers (14/1): Had an excellent probability to succeed in one other Tremendous Bowl below Kyle Shanahan however finally fell quick. Trey Lance is the inheritor obvious at quarterback, and San Fran ought to proceed to lean on a powerful operating recreation and explosive playmakers like Deebo Samuel and George Kittle.
Bengals (14/1): Tremendous Bowl LVI is difficult to abdomen as a Cincinnati fan. You by no means know what number of probabilities you’ll get, particularly with Mahomes and Allen in the identical convention.
Packers (16/1): Is it Jordan Love’s time in Inexperienced Bay? Aaron Rodgers may be on his means out, leaving an enormous gap below heart. That’s the one cause the Packers aren’t nearer to 10/1.
Ravens (20/1): Had been riddled with accidents this season and Lamar Jackson misplaced his rhythm a bit after a scorching scorching begin. This appears like a reduced worth for a workforce that must be proper on the prime of the AFC once more.
Broncos (20/1): Would possible have opened within the 50/1 vary if not for hypothesis that Rodgers or one other competent quarterback in the marketplace might discover his option to Mile Excessive this offseason.
Buccaneers (22/1): Have to discover a new quarterback with Tom Brady retiring, however the remainder of the roster continues to be among the many greatest, even when it’s growing older a bit.
Titans (22/1): Grabbed the primary seed within the AFC with out Derrick Henry for a lot of the season however faltered within the playoffs in opposition to the Bengals. They’ll possible be again within the combine in a tender AFC South, however nonetheless have to show they will beat the very best groups within the AFC to win a Tremendous Bowl.
Patriots (25/1): Shocked lots of people with Mac Jones below heart in his first yr, however the offense sputtered down the stretch, culminating in a blowout loss to the Payments within the first spherical of the playoffs.
Chargers (25/1): Seemingly will probably be a preferred selection at 25/1 or 30/1. Justin Herbert had a superb season and there’s a number of expertise on each side of the ball.
Cardinals (25/1): Kyler Murray just lately scrubbed all references to the Cardinals from his Instagram account. With out the star quarterback enjoying in Week 1, we might definitely see this quantity going north of fifty/1.
Colts (25/1): Had all-but locked up a postseason look earlier than dropping to the Jaguars within the remaining week of the common season. NFL specialists love the best way this roster is constructed, however can Carson Wentz take them from good to nice?
Browns (30/1): Final yr’s Browns workforce was alleged to contend for an AFC North title and Tremendous Bowl, however neither occurred. Odell Beckham left city, Baker Mayfield regressed, and Cleveland appears to now be behind the Bengals and Ravens in its division.
Vikings (35/1): The Vikings had been alleged to have a brand new coach — Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O’Connell — however that may very well be in jeopardy following the Rams’ Tremendous Bowl.
Seahawks (35/1): Russell Wilson broke his finger and the Seahawks by no means actually obtained getting into 2021. Time seems to be ticking on his time in Seattle, so we’ll have to watch his state of affairs. With out Russ, the Seahawks’ Tremendous Bowl odds would possible drop to +7000 or worse.
Saints (35/1): Sean Payton is gone, so it’s a brand new period in New Orleans. The protection ought to stay robust however new coach Dennis Allen (who was promoted internally from defensive coordinator) has lots to determine on offense.
Dolphins (40/1): Is Tua Tagovailoa the reply? Dolphins new coach Mike McDaniel, coming over from San Fransisco, should discover out.
Eagles (40/1): The Eagles briefly contended for the NFC East and made the playoffs in Jalen Hurts’ first yr as a starter, however did so by beating up on most of the worst groups within the convention.
Raiders (50/1): Derek Carr may be transferring on from Las Vegas, which would go away an enormous gap below heart for a workforce that desperately wanted his stability throughout a turbulent 2021 season.
Steelers (50/1): Ben Roethlisberger has formally retired, ushering in a brand new period in Pittsburgh. It’s potential the workforce goes out and will get a brand new quarterback as a substitute of maintaining it in home with Mason Rudolph.
Commanders (50/1): Washington wants a solution at quarterback earlier than it’ll be a playoff contender once more, not to mention a Tremendous Bowl contender.
Falcons (50/1): The Falcons quietly ended the season on a excessive notice, significantly on protection, however Matt Ryan is getting up there in age and Calvin Ridley won't be again.
Panthers (50/1): The Panthers seemed to be trending in the best course getting into this yr with Matt Rhule and offensive coordinator Joe Brady operating the present. However Sam Darnold didn’t pan out, Cam Newton performed one glorious recreation then turned again right into a pumpkin, and Carolina has no actual choice below heart. It’s possible they draft a quarterback however they don’t have a lot draft capital to maneuver round if crucial.
Giants (80/1): Brian Daboll is now the Giants coach, coming from Buffalo the place he served as offensive coordinator, so New York followers are hoping for some offensive enhancements from Daniel Jones. The Giants, together with the Jets, have been among the many worst groups in soccer over the previous 5 years.
Bears (80/1): Most individuals anticipated the Bears to rent an offensive-minded coach instead of Matt Nagy, however Chicago went with Colts defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus as a substitute. They’re anticipating an enormous second-year leap from Justin Fields, who confirmed flashes of brilliance as a rookie.
Jaguars (100/1): The Jaguars employed former Eagles coach Doug Pederson and can hope quarterback Trevor Lawrence takes an enormous step ahead in his second yr, now that he’s free from the shackles of City Meyer.
Jets (150/1): Jets followers would have appreciated to see this workforce be extra aggressive in Robert Saleh’s first yr, however there’s a small share holding out hope that they will take a Bengals-like leap with their new franchise quarterback getting into his second season.
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Lions (150/1): The Lions have the second choose in a yr with out a lot top-end expertise at quarterback. Both means, they’re nonetheless just a few seasons off from contending for a Tremendous Bowl.
Texans (150/1): The Texans fought laborious for coach David Culley and pulled off just a few upsets in 2021, however he was proven the door in favor of … Lovie Smith, who had been on employees because the defensive coordinator. This workforce is a protracted, great distance from contending for a Tremendous Bowl.
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