Jason la Canfora also backed Cam Ward for OROY, emphasizing that it is a quarterback-driven award and Ward will have every advantage. Year 2 under legendary line coach Bill Callahan should solidify protection, while a motivated coaching staff—nepotism angle included—will scheme to keep Brian Callahan employed by putting Ward in optimal spots. La Canfora expects glowing OTA reports to slash Ward’s current plus money, so grabbing +380 now offers outsized value.

Jason la Canfora prefers taking a bigger swing on Jordan Love for MVP. He reminded listeners that Love’s 2023 campaign was hampered by the foot injury he suffered on the Brazil turf but pointed to the prior postseason stretch when Love led the league in touchdown passes over the second half. La Canfora is bullish on a young Packers roster that already owns playoff experience, notes Green Bay added more pass catchers, and trusts Matt LaFleur’s QB-friendly tutelage. Love cut back on interceptions down the stretch last year, and at a much longer price than the favorites, JLC views him as the best value on the board.

Jason la Canfora said he is passing on the +2500 Offensive Rookie of the Year ticket for Shedeur Sanders because the rookie faces an uphill battle for snaps. Cleveland already had a packed quarterback room before drafting him, then added veteran Joe Flacco late in free agency—signaling the coaching staff’s lack of urgency to hand the job to a rookie who was not even the club’s first QB selection. La Canfora added that early chatter suggests ownership (Jimmy Haslam) may have pushed the pick while the football people are lukewarm, so Sanders’ path to meaningful playing time is murky. Although JLC believes Sanders will eventually become a quality NFL starter, he does not expect enough 2024 opportunity for awards consideration and therefore will not tie up bankroll at the current price.