With a possibility to break the CFL regular season passing record, BC's Vernon Adams Jr. sits comfortably as the -210 betting favorite in the CFL's Most Outstanding Player odds.
Less than halfway through the season, anything can happen. Here's who else you should be considering on the CFL Most Outstanding Player oddsboard.
2024 CFL Most Outstanding Player odds
| Player | Position | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Vernon Adams Jr. (BC) | QB | -210 |
| Cody Fajardo (MTL) | QB | +750 |
| Alexander Hollins (BC) | WR | +2600 |
| Tyson Philpot (MTL) | WR | +3100 |
| Justin McInnis (BC) | WR | +3100 |
| Brady Oliveira (WPG) | RB | +4000 |
| Zach Collaros (WPG) | QB | +4000 |
| McLeod Bethel-Thompson (EDM) | QB | +4000 |
| Ka'Deem Carey (TOR) | RB | +4500 |
Odds as of July 26, 2024
vernon adams jr. favored to win first most outstanding player award this season
The Oregon product has swiftly surged to the top after wasting no time putting up astonishing stats, tossing a league-high 2,395 passing yards and 14 touchdowns through seven weeks. Those stats put him on pace to potentially break the all-time CFL passing record in a single season, currently held by Doug Flutie at 6,619 yards (1991). Relying on his arm a lot doesn't cause any concern for the 31-year-old, who has thrown 15 passes of 30-plus yards.
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— Nick Penticoff (@NickPenticoff) June 22, 2024
The signal-caller has established prime connections with fellow MOP contender, Alexander Hollins (663 YDS, 4 TDS) and Justin McInnis (780 YDS, 6 TDS).
Of seven weeks, he has been the passing leader on four occasions, recording at least 331 yards. With a possibility of winning the Grey Cup on home soil, there's a picture perfect storyline here for Adams Jr. and barring any injuries, he could easily write the fairytale ending himself.
cody fajardo looking to create a legacy
Last year, Montreal couldn't compete with the big boys, dropping all seven regular season meetings with BC, Winnipeg and Toronto. But once the division finals came around, the Als snapped into focus, taking down the Argos and Bombers to snatch the Grey Cup. But now, they are one of the big boys.
Unfortunately out for six weeks with a hamstring tweak as of Week 7, the 32-year-old's odds have dropped from +280 to +750. But, accomplishing an undefeated record after the first month of the season, he and his Als sit sturdy at the top of the league. Hopefully, that'll be enough for him to return at solid placement in the standings and make another playoff run.
Fajardo's efforts were snubbed of the award last year. But despite losing top offensive weapons, Austin Mack and William Stanback, Fajardo is proving that he can get the job done with any group behind him. He continues to build unstoppable connections within his receiving room, including but not limited to Tyson Philpot and Kaion Julien-Grant.
There's something to be said about a leader who can bring success no matter how much overturn happens to the roster.
most oustanding player value pick: tyson philpot (+3100)
The guy who caught the thrilling touchdown to hoist the Grey Cup in the dwindling seconds of the final is not just a one-catch wonder. On pace for over 2,000 receiving yards, Philpot can make Canadian history by joining a list with just three others by pocketing over 2,000 yards in a single season. The 23-year-old averages 13.4 yards per catch, hitting the endzone five times.
Rarely making an error, the BC native has snagged 44 receptions on 50 attempts. Just shy of surpassing the Hollins-McInnis tandem for most yardage, Philpot can become the first Canadian-born player in 14 years to lead the CFL in receiving yards. Already surpassing his former career-high of 532 yards, Philpot is showing he can take on the responsibility of being Montreal's go-to man.
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— CFL (@CFL) July 7, 2024
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Last 10 CFL mOP Winners
| Year | Player | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Chad Kelly (Toronto) | QB |
| 2022 | Zach Collaros (Winnipeg) | QB |
| 2021 | Zach Collaros (Winnipeg) | QB |
| 2019 | Brandon Banks (Hamilton) | WR |
| 2018 | Bo Levi Mitchell (Calgary) | QB |
| 2017 | Mike Reilly (Edmonton) | QB |
| 2016 | Bo Levi Mitchell (Calgary) | QB |
| 2015 | Henry Burris (Ottawa) | QB |
| 2014 | Solomon Elimimian (BC) | LB |
| 2013 | Jon Cornish (Calgary) | RB |
Last 10 CFL Most Outstanding Rookie Winners
| Year | Player | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Qwan'tez Stiggers (Toronto) | DB |
| 2022 | Dalton Schoen (Winnipeg) | WR |
| 2021 | Jordan Williams (BC) | LB |
| 2019 | Nate Holley (Calgary) | LB |
| 2018 | Lewis Ward (Ottawa) | K |
| 2017 | James Wilder Jr. (Toronto) | RB |
| 2016 | DaVaris Daniels (Calgary) | WR |
| 2015 | Derel Walker (Edmonton) | WR |
| 2014 | Dexter McCoil (Edmonton) | LB |
| 2013 | Brett Jones (Calgary) | OL |
| 2012 | Chris Matthews (Winnipeg) | WR |
How To Read CFL award Odds
At an online sportsbook that would list CFL Most Outstanding Player odds or other awards, they would look similar to this:
· Zach Collaros -275
· Bo Levi Mitchell +500
· Chad Kelly +550
The minus sign (-) indicates who the odds consider the favorite. In this case, it’s the Winnipeg's Collaros at -275. Every other player that’s listed is considered an underdog.
If you believe Collaros will win the CFL Most Outstanding Player and you bet $100 and it happens, you would win $136.36 – your $100 is returned and you would gain $36.36 in profit.
Check out our Odds Calculator to see how much you’d win based on the odds and amount wagered.
