All it took for Mac Jones to become the betting favorite to win Rookie of the Year was a historically accurate performance in his debut.
On Tuesday, multiple sportsbooks moved Jones up to No. 1 in their betting odds. DraftKings lists Jones at +400 (a $100 bet would pay out $400 if Jones won), as did BetOnline.
Jones was 29-for-39 as a passer and threw for 281 yards, a touchdown and zero interceptions in his first game against the Dolphins on Sunday, the highest completion percentage for any rookie (minimum 30 attempts) starting in his first game.