In recent weeks, the majority of NFL enthusiasts and analysts have been convinced that Lamar Jackson will emerge as the NFL MVP. He was one of the most dominant players throughout the regular season, and without his contributions, the Baltimore Ravens would likely not have made it to the playoffs. Jackson is the clear frontrunner to claim this prestigious accolade, as indicated by the confidence of Las Vegas sportsbooks. However, Craig Carton, during a recent conversation on his show, offered a word of caution by suggesting that another quarterback, Josh Allen, could potentially snatch the MVP Award. Carton stated, “It wouldn’t be surprising if Josh Allen steals the MVP Award.”
Carton mentioned that he has been hearing murmurs about Allen’s chances of winning the award. Whether these murmurs hold any truth remains to be seen. The other members of the show seemed skeptical of Carton’s comments, considering Jackson’s overwhelming favoritism, particularly in Las Vegas. It almost seems too good to be true. Nevertheless, Allen had an exceptional year and has earned a spot as a finalist for the MVP title. He played a significant role in the Buffalo Bills’ journey to the playoffs, and despite falling short of a Super Bowl appearance, he continues to demonstrate his value to the team.
The NFL Honors ceremony will take place on February 8th, leaving fans with just one more day to speculate on who will ultimately be crowned the MVP, along with the other prestigious awards that will be presented that night, including the esteemed Walter Payton Man of the Year award.