Former LSU cornerback Mansoor Delane enters his rookie season with plenty of expectations after becoming a first-round pick of the Kansas City Chiefs, and oddsmakers believe he has a legitimate chance to make an immediate impact.
BetOnline lists Delane at 9/1 to win the 2026 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year award, tying him among the top contenders in the class. Delane built his reputation at LSU with his physical coverage, ball skills and versatility, traits that should fit well in Kansas City’s aggressive defense. If he earns a starting role early, he’ll have every opportunity to outperform those odds.
| 2026 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year | ||
| Reuben Bain Jr. | 5/1 | |
| David Bailey | 11/2 | (+550) |
| Caleb Downs | 15/2 | (+750) |
| Arvell Reese | 8/1 | |
| Mansoor Delane | 9/1 | |
| Sonny Styles | 9/1 | |
| Akheem Mesidor | 10/1 | |
| Jacob Rodriguez | 11/1 | |
| C.J. Allen | 18/1 | |
| Malachi Lawrence | 18/1 | |
| Dillon Thieneman | 20/1 | |
| Keldric Faulk | 28/1 | |
| Cashius Howell | 40/1 | |
| T.J. Parker | 40/1 | |
| Emmanuel McNeil-Warren | 50/1 | |
| Anthony Hill Jr. | 55/1 | |
| Caleb Banks | 55/1 | |
| Peter Woods | 55/1 | |
| Chris Johnson | 60/1 | |
| Colton Hood | 66/1 | |
| Jermod McCoy | 66/1 | |
| Avieon Terrell | 75/1 | |
| Zion Young | 100/1 | |
