There's much nuance and context to explore beyond the stats as it pertains to the case for Allen or Jackson to be named league MVP.

The Baltimore Ravens and Buffalo Bills both have quarterbacks in the MVP race. Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen had incredible seasons in 2024, but only one can win the award unless a co-MVP involves both signal callers.

The NFL MVP race is as tight as it's been in recent memory with Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen and Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson the top two candidates. And while many are clamoring for Jackson to win his third MVP award,

It certainly seems that either Jackson or Allen will ultimately earn the regular-season MVP for the ongoing campaign.

There’s no such problem as the 2024 MVP race enters its final stages. Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow and Saquon Barkley are superstar talents whose conventional and/or advanced stats match historic standards for MVP consideration.

Lamar Jackson, the already two-time MVP, played a key part in an unstoppable backfield thanks to the addition of Derrick Henry this offseason. The two-time MVP has thrown for 39 touchdowns and just 4 interceptions, while racking up 4,807 total yards.

The Bills’ signal-caller is closing in on the honor, while a running back pushes to be the first nonquarterback to take home the hardware since 2012.

Newton, who was named MVP in 2015 when he starred for the Carolina Panthers, pointed out that Jackson is beating Allen in every statistic except for team record and rushing touchdowns. "The propaganda of the NFL was like, 'Josh Allen is the favorite to win the MVP, (he's able) to do this and do that,'" added Newton.

Two-time MVP Lamar Jackson is playing better than ever, but Josh Allen deserves to win the first MVP award of his career. Here's why.