In this content, Jeff Schwartz, a FOX Sports Betting Analyst, discusses possible contenders for the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year award. He notes that in the past ten seasons, players drafted in the top 18 have won the award nine times, and in this year’s draft, nine of the top 18 picks were defensive players.
Schwartz suggests four players who he thinks should be considered for the award- Will Anderson Jr., Devon Witherspoon, Christian Gonzalez, and Tri Tuiprotu. He highlights that Anderson fits the mold of a pass rusher who has won the award in the past and has performed well in college. Schwartz believes that Witherspoon, who possesses rare physical and athletic traits, could be an excellent option as a cornerback for the Seattle Seahawks. He also notes that Gonzalez could make some highlight plays and improve his ball skills under the guidance of Bill Belichick on the New England Patriots. Finally, Schwartz places a big bet on Tuiprotu, an outside linebacker drafted in the second round, who recorded the highest number of sacks in the United States last season and could benefit from playing alongside Joey Bosa and Khalil Mack on the Los Angeles Chargers.
Jeff Schwartz has played eight seasons in the NFL and is an NFL analyst for FOX Sports. Follow him on Twitter at @GeoffSchwartz. Additionally, the content encourages readers to download the FOX Super 6 app for a chance to win thousands of dollars every week.