Browns LB Carson Schwesinger is a heavy favorite to win Defensive Rookie of the Year
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In the 2025 NFL Draft, former UCLA linebacker Carson Schwesinger was selected by the Cleveland Browns with the 33rd overall pick, the first pick of the second round. Schwesinger has since emerged as the leading candidate for the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year award, with odds at -350. His main competitor for the honor is Falcons linebacker Jalon Walker, who stands at +700 odds. Despite the Browns' 3-8 record this season, both Schwesinger and teammate Myles Garrett, a top contender for the Defensive Player of the Year award, have performed exceptionally. Garrett has publicly supported Schwesinger's bid for the rookie award, highlighting his significant impact on the field.
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