NFL Week 9 betting trends: Joe Burrow surges in MVP race, trade deadline shakes up futures

NFL Week 9 results and trade deadline moves prompted major changes in betting markets, with Joe Burrow becoming the new MVP favourite and Jacksonville strengthening its Super Bowl position. The odds shifts reflect how bookmakers view recent performances and roster changes ahead of Week 10.

Burrow’s MVP odds shortened from +475 to +210 after he recorded 18 total touchdowns in four games, moving ahead of Josh Allen at +240. Jacksonville’s Super Bowl odds improved from +850 to +750 after it acquired Jordan Davis, Jessie Bates III and Davon Godchaux. Minnesota’s odds shifted from 24/1 to 22/1 after Kirk Cousins joined the 6-2 Vikings, while rookie Fernando Mendoza became the Offensive Rookie of the Year favourite at +350 despite having attempted only eight passes.