The fight for the prestigious NFL MVP honor begins earnestly as the ordinary season draws close and the post-season starts. This award goes beyond equaling the neat statistical heights; it is also about scope, dependability, and inspirational capacity to raise the group when it matters most.
After so many performances this season, it is necessary to put on the spotlight players who have been impressive this season. Here is a glimpse of the next NFL MVP honors 2024 contenders.
Patrick Mahomes
Patrick Mahomes has to be one of the most entertaining players in the NFL. One can hardly find someone more effective at making sensational stunts. In the 2024 season, Mahomes, who is one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL, passed for 3,928 yards and 26 TDs.
Although those numbers do not make Mahomes within the top five for passing yards in the NFL, he has proved a great leader and is also efficient during crucial times for the Kansas City franchise. The KC Chiefs are currently second favorites in the Super Bowl odds and they’ll need Mahomes to be firing to make it a three-peat.
Mahomes has shown a great ability to create chances when it seems impossible. Usually, he is not one for stretching plays with his legs or making wacky throws on the run, but he always gets it done. The fact that he can deliver positive results in challenging and pressing games puts him high on MVP consideration.
Lamar Jackson
Lamar Jackson has been amazing this football season. The quarterback for the Baltimore Ravens has scored records; no other NFL player has accomplished throwing for 4,000 yards and running for 900 yards in the same season. Here are some key highlights from Jackson’s impressive year that make him an MVB contender sitting at +800 odds:
- Passing Stats: Jackson has thrown for 4,172 yards of passing and 41 touchdowns, ranking him T-2 in the league in passing touchdowns.
- Efficiency: His QBR on the line of 77.5 makes him the best among all the quarterbacks, with a 119.6 passer rating.
- Playmaking Ability: Ability: He led the Ravens to a 12-5 record, clinching the AFC North title, demonstrating his importance to the team.
Jackson is an electrifying performer, and considering the fan’s feedback, most of his performances, which he has never been called out for, leave them on the edge of their seats. And with his skills in passing and running, he is almost always very difficult to stop.
Jared Goff
Jared Goff has been the shining star of the season playing for the Detroit Lions. Goff had received criticism just at the beginning of the season, but he pulled up his socks and did remarkably well, making him a contender for the MVP title. Here’s a closer look at his impressive performance this season:
- Passing Statistics: Goff has completed 4,629 yards and 37 touchdowns; passing yards rank second, while passing touchdowns rank 4th.
- Leadership: He has taken the Lions to the playoffs and turned them into a respected team because of his accuracy and mannerisms on the pitch.
- Improved Connection: Goff has shown remarkable chemistry with his receivers, proving he can run an offense perfectly.
Josh Allen
Josh Allen will always be a problem to defend since he is adept at passing and running. This season, he has proved that he can pass and run with the ball however he wants. At +700 odds, he has to be considered a real contender for the MVP title. Here’s a look at some of his standout statistics:
- Combined Stats: Allen has gained more than 3,200 passing yards and 28 passing TDs, putting him in the 7th place in the league.
- Rushing Ability: Besides his throwing stats, he is prolific in running ball and has accumulated over 750 yards for rush and nine rush TDs.
- Team Leader: He can also hurdle tackles and create extra time for his team; he also takes most of the team’s responsibility in crucial moments.
Jalen Hurts
Jalen Hurts is the life wire of the new-look Philadelphia Eagles. His potential to pass and to score makes him a dangerous man to mark out during matches. Hurts has passed for 3,999 yards and accounted for 37 touchdowns, 24 passing, and 13 rushing. That being said, +1500 for Hurts to win MVP shows how almost indispensable he already is to the Philadelphia Eagles.
Hurts has also proven himself a passer, possessing an adept running game. He has many fans because of his magnificent leadership skills and work ethic. Hurts can prove himself on the biggest stage during the playoffs.
Who will win the NFL MVP?
As the playoffs edge closer, the battle for MVP is up for grabs. The pre-draft aspects pitting Mahomes and Allen against Jackson, Goff, and Hurts’ gloss’ well. Mahomes and Allen have proven track records and accomplishments to back their talents, while the latter trio came with rousing back-stories and promising talent and performance. The MVP contest is extremely competitive and will ultimately come down to key moments in the postseason.
Each player has an opportunity to solidify their candidacy for the MVP award. The playoffs are characterized by great moments, and in the case of these quarterbacks, each has the chance to write history. The audience will keenly observe as the drama unfolds.
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