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Aidan Hutchinson’s arrival has sparked excitement among the Detroit Lions’ defense.
In the upcoming 2022 NFL Season, the former Michigan Wolverine, who was selected as the second overall pick, is anticipated to significantly enhance the team’s performance.
Do Michigan sports bettors share the same expectations as oddsmakers at online sportsbooks when it comes to Hutchinson?
Aidan Hutchinson Rookie of the Year Odds
Although the overall odds for the Detroit Lions this season may not be very optimistic, Hutchinson’s season odds are quite promising.
Hutchinson is considered, at the very least, one of the top contenders for the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year accolade.
Michigan sportsbooks have identified Kayvon Thibodeaux from the New York Giants as another top contender. These rush ends possess the ability to swiftly influence the outcome of a game.
If Hutchinson were to secure the opportunity to win the DROY, he would certainly be considered as a contender for Defensive Player of the Year. Additionally, his achievement would likely position him as a potential leader in NFL sacks.
The NFL futures odds in Hutchinson’s two markets may have longer odds, but they offer more value to bettors who are willing to take a chance.
As per BetMGM Michigan, Hutchinson is receiving a significant amount of betting support for DROY, making him the top contender. At present, he holds 49% of the tickets and 46.5% of the handle in the market, which undoubtedly poses the highest risk for BetMGM.
Additionally, Hutchinson will receive 4.5% of the tickets for the Defensive Player of the Year award and 3.9% of the total handle.
Aidan Hutchinson Sack Total Odds
The Lions require a significant enhancement to their pass rush.
During the 2021 NFL season, the Lions’ defense accumulated a mere 30 total sacks, placing them among the two teams with the lowest sack count.
By selecting Hutchinson with the second overall pick, Detroit prioritized improving their team.
During his last season at Michigan, Hutchinson recorded a remarkable 14 sacks and contributed to the Wolverines with 62 tackles.
Hutchinson’s hard work led Michigan to a Big Ten championship, resulting in his recognition as a Heisman Trophy finalist.
In 2022, the Lions are hopeful for a repeat of such performances. Although oddsmakers predict his productivity, they don’t expect him to reach double-digit sacks in his rookie season.
For the 2022 season, Hutchinson has been assigned a sack projection, listed as over/under.
In contrast, Charles Harris emerged as the sack leader for Detroit last season, recording an impressive 7.5 sacks.
Hutchinson makes splash in debut
Aidan Hutchinson wasted no time in getting Detroit fans exhilarated with his performance on the field.
During Friday’s preseason opener against the Atlanta Falcons, Hutchinson successfully tackled opponents on his first two plays.
He made an impressive tackle on the second play, swiftly breaking through the line and engulfing Falcons running back Qadree Ollison for a loss.
Although Hutchinson didn’t have many opportunities to play in the game, fans got a clear glimpse of the invaluable contributions he can make.
Detroit Lions Season Odds have improved
Hutchinson’s addition to the Lions has slightly enhanced Detroit’s chances for the season.
Despite still being considered one of the less likely teams to win the Super Bowl, the Lions have experienced an improvement in their odds across various markets. On FanDuel Sportsbook MI, their odds have dropped to +10000.
The NFC North race has seen a significant improvement in odds. BetMGM Michigan now offers the Lions a +850 chance of winning the division this year.
For the 2022 season, BetMGM has the Lions listed at +375 odds to qualify for the playoffs.
