Joe Burrow enters the 2021 NFL season as a strong candidate for Comeback Player of the Year, with odds at +700, second only to Dak Prescott (+210). After suffering multiple knee ligament tears in Week 11 of 2020, Burrow has made a remarkable recovery and is expected to start Week 1.

Prior to his injury, Burrow showed impressive potential as a rookie, with consistent high-volume passing (30+ attempts every start) and solid decision-making. The Bengals demonstrated full confidence in their young quarterback, allowing him to lead the offense despite a 2-7-1 record.

Key factors supporting Burrow's comeback bid:

• Full participation in training camp
• Addition of former LSU teammate Ja'Marr Chase
• High-volume passing offense
• Potential for team improvement after 5-year playoff drought

Main competition includes:

• Dak Prescott (+210) - Recovering from ankle injury
• Saquon Barkley (+700) - Coming back from ACL tear
• Christian McCaffrey - Limited to 3 games in 2020
• Others: Carson Wentz, George Kittle, Nick Bosa, Odell Beckham Jr.

At +700, Burrow presents good betting value considering his potential impact and compelling comeback story. A successful return to play combined with strong performance could make him difficult to beat for this award.

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