In a season that had fans buzzing with anticipation, the MVP race was tighter than ever. The debate raged on: Could Josh Allen, with his extraordinary performance, snatch the title from Lamar Jackson‘s grasp? Well, it looks like the answer is yes. But did Allen truly deserve it? Fans aren’t convinced.
While Allen had a spectacular 2024 season—racking up 3,731 passing yards, 28 touchdowns, and a career-low six interceptions—many feel it came at the expense of Jackson’s brilliance. Allen led the Buffalo Bills to a 13-4 record, an AFC Championship appearance, and 41 total touchdowns. Yet, despite Jackson adding the powerhouse Derrick Henry to his backfield, it’s Allen who now stands as the front-runner.
Lamar Jackson got robbed of his 3rd MVP. Allen had a great year but Lamar was the best player in the league and I think it’s hard to debate otherwise.#NFL #MVP pic.twitter.com/c8O8L2bAAS
— SportsChatz (@Sports_Chatz) February 7, 2025
But many argue that Lamar, who finished second in OPOTY voting and was named AP All-Pro, deserved his third MVP. A fan wrote, “Lamar Jackson won AP first team all pro, was voted by NFL Players as the Best QB in the league, finished 2nd in OPOTY votes, and won’t win MVP.”
Social media blew up with heated opinions. One X user, @JGrayJets, shared, “Josh Allen MVP over Lamar Jackson? In what universe?” Fans feel the system failed Jackson. “Josh Allen has won the mvp. It hasn’t been announced yet but, Lamar Jackson was robbed,” one user wrote. Jackson earned the respect of players and voters alike, but it wasn’t enough.
This story is unfolding—stay locked in for the latest.
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