What Are Brock Bowers' Odds to Win Major Award?

The Las Vegas Raiders have been one of the NFL's least successful teams since the 2006 season, with only the Jacksonville Jaguars and Cleveland Browns having fewer wins than their 115. However, the franchise shows signs of improvement following its move to Las Vegas, highlighted by Tom Brady becoming a minority owner and the hiring of new head coach Pete Carroll.

Carroll has brought in former Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith. Alongside sixth-overall pick Ashton Jeanty and 2024 Offensive Rookie of the Year Brock Bowers, this trio could form a more potent Raiders offense in 2025, potentially leading to another explosive season for Bowers.

Despite these significant changes, the Raiders are not currently viewed as a serious playoff threat for 2025. Similarly, Brock Bowers is considered a long shot for the 2025 Offensive Player of the Year award, with FanDuel listing his odds at +5000. This ties him for 13th in the odds alongside players like Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Jayden Daniels, Kyren Williams, and his teammate Ashton Jeanty.

The current favorites for Offensive Player of the Year are Saquon Barkley (Philadelphia Eagles, +550), Ja'Marr Chase (Cincinnati Bengals, +900), and Justin Jefferson (Minnesota Vikings, +1100). Barkley won the award last year with a league-high 2,283 scrimmage yards and 15 touchdowns, while Chase led the NFL in receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns.

For Bowers to seriously contend for the 2025 award, a significant increase in production is needed despite his solid rookie season (112 catches, 1,194 yards, 5 touchdowns). While the arrival of Geno Smith as quarterback could boost his numbers, he must substantially increase his yardage and touchdowns compared to the previous season's top performers.