There is now a new betting favorite for NFL Coach of the Year according to one sportsbook.
The Detroit Lions dominated the Indianapolis Colts 24-6 in Week 12 to improve to 10-1 and 6-0 at home. The 10-1 mark matches the Kansas City Chiefs for the best record in the NFL and has boosted Lions head coach Dan Campbell into the top spot for Coach of the Year.
According to BetMGM, Campbell’s odds are +155, which is the best odds for a coach. Kevin O’Connell (+450) and Mike Tomlin (+550). Jim Harbaugh (+450) and Sean Payton (+600) have the next-best odds.
Tomlin had the best odds and was the favorite entering Week 12. However, his Steelers lost at the Cleveland Browns on Thursday night.
O’Connell has his Vikings at 9-2, which is a big surprise considering they are using Sam Darnold at quarterback. Many people feel the Vikings are outperforming their level of talent. Payton has also worked his way up the list by helping the Broncos turn things around. Denver began the season 0-2 but has gone 7-3 since.
As for Campbell, his Lions host the Bears on Thanksgiving. They follow it up with home games against Green Bay and Buffalo.