Saskatchewan Roughriders defensive back Rolan Milligan Jr. is generating buzz as a potential candidate for the CFL's Most Outstanding Player award, a distinction not held by a defensive player since 2014. While his odds at +6000 might suggest an uphill battle, Milligan's impressive performance and recognition from teammates are solidifying his place in the conversation.
WATCH: Rolan Milligan Jr. of the Saskatchewan Roughriders is making his case to be the CFL 's first defensive player to win Most Outstanding Player since 2014., are big reasons why the ball-hawking defensive back is currently in the running for the league’s Most Outstanding Player .
FanDuel currently has Milligan at +6000 odds to win the award so it may yet be a long shot, but he is happy to even be in consideration. “I mean it’s good, I’m being recognized for what I’m doing, I’m just trying to make sure I’m the best player I can possibly be every week,” said Milligan.Story continues below advertisement
Those who play alongside Milligan in the Riders defensive backfield are pulling for him to win the award and say he makes the entire unit better.Ontario child dies from rabies after bat found in room, official says “It’s a blessing to be able to play with guys like him, he brings just a different type of force to the field. He’s everywhere getting picks and doing the stuff on special teams and for me just wanting to be just like that,” said Riders defensive back Marcus Sayles.“I believe everybody on the field knows where 0 is at and he’s still able to make plays so there are a lot of great players in this league and I don’t have the vote, but if I did that would be mine,” said Mace.
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