Josh Allen leads NFL MVP race as Lamar Jackson remains strong contender

As the 2024 NFL season nears its end, Bills quarterback Josh Allen is the clear favorite for the MVP award, leading with 81 points. Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson follows with 68 points, showing he remains a strong contender. Allen has 37 total touchdowns, tied for the most among quarterbacks. Jackson has gained ground recently, while Eagles running back Saquon Barkley is also in the mix as the league's leading rusher. Oddsmakers agree with the voting results, favoring Allen at -900, with Jackson at +650. Barkley is further behind at +1800. Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is also mentioned but is less favored.