NFL Coach of the Year 2025: Vrabel's Dominance, Johnson's Stunning Surge
Mike Vrabel leads the Coach of the Year race as the New England Patriots secure the NFL's best record with an 11-2 standing after ten consecutive wins.
Mike Vrabel has seized control of the Coach of the Year race with the New England Patriots running away with the NFL's best record.
Vrabel sits at -270 odds, a dramatic tightening from +145 just one month ago. The Patriots stand at 11-2 after winning 10 consecutive gamesโa stunning turnaround from their 1-2 start. Vrabel's squad has notched signature road wins against Buffalo in Week 5 and Tampa Bay in Week 10. Quarterback Drake Maye has emerged as the new favorite to win MVP, fueling momentum around the Patriots' resurgence.
The Challengers Breathing Down Vrabel's Neck
Ben Johnson's Chicago Bears have become the second-shortest odds at +275, up from a staggering +3000 at the start of November. The Bears sit 9-3 after going 9-1 post-bye, capped by an upset victory over the Eagles on Black Friday. Chicago leads the NFL in forced interceptions with 17 and operates an 11th-ranked special teams unit.
Mike Macdonald's Seattle Seahawks carry +650 odds at 9-3, currently leading the NFC West. Macdonald has transformed Jaxon Smith-Njigba into one of the league's elite receiversโthe wideout has racked up 1,336 receiving yards this season.
Kyle Shanahan's San Francisco 49ers linger at +2500 despite navigating an injury-plagued season. San Francisco stands 9-4 with a fifth-ranked special teams unit and has won four of its last five games.
Surprise Contenders in the AFC South
Shane Steichen's Indianapolis Colts carry +2200 odds at 8-4, tied atop the AFC South. The Colts boast the league's fourth-best offense. Quarterback Daniel Jones has thrown for 3,041 yards (fourth-most), while running back Jonathan Taylor leads all rushers with 1,282 yards.
Liam Coen's Jacksonville Jaguars sit at +2500 odds, matching the Niners. Jacksonville holds the AFC South co-lead at 8-4 and has won four of its last five with an eighth-ranked special teams unit.
