Chargers linebacker Kenneth Murray is pegged as having the third-best odds to win the 2020 Defensive Rookie of the Year award at +1000, per BetMGM.
Redskins defensive end Chase Young has the highest odds at +250, followed by Cardinals linebacker Isaiah Simmons at +600. Behind Murray is Ravens linebacker Patrick Queen at 1100 and Lions cornerback Jeffrey Okudah at +1400.
Los Angeles had their eyes on Murray and they didn’t want to take the chance of seeing if they would be there in the second-round when they were on the clock again, so they traded up 14 spots with the Patriots to draft him with the No. 23 overall selection.
Not only was Murray’s tape impressive at Oklahoma. He aced the pre-draft process, exemplifying his high character, which is why L.A. traded up for him. His outstanding play speed, competitive energy and tackling prowess is exactly what the positional group needs.
Murray joins Drue Tranquill, the former fourth-round selection from last year, who had an phenomenal rookie season. With Murray and Tranquill on the field at the same time, it’ll be difficult for running backs to have any kind of success.
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