The NFL season is already past the midpoint, giving fans and analysts a decent sample size when considering candidates for major awards.
While there are still several weeks to go, it has become clear who some of the top players are, putting themselves in line for these awards.
MVP is the most prestigious, and for several weeks, it appeared as though Lamar Jackson was in line for his second straight distinction.
While Jackson is still in the race, his performance against the Pittsburgh Steelers left something to be desired.
Josh Allen didn’t disappoint against the Kansas City Chiefs, and as a result, Skip Bayless indicated on X that he has taken over first place in the MVP race.
JOSH ALLEN JUST TOOK THE MVP LEAD.
Allen and the Buffalo Bills handed the Chiefs their first loss of the season, a game that was a potential playoff preview.
Patrick Mahomes has gotten the better of Allen in their previous playoff meetings, but this Bills win could be a sign of what’s to come.
The Chiefs’ offense isn’t as explosive as it once was, leaving the door open for teams like the Bills to represent the AFC in the Super Bowl.
There is a lot of season left to be played, but if Allen keeps putting up numbers like this against premier opponents, it could be hard to vote against him in the MVP race.
He is a dual threat on the ground and through the air, making him a difficult out for any opponent he faces.
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