Josh Allen Wins 2024 NFL MVP in One of the Tightest Races in Recent History
The 2024 NFL MVP race was one of the most competitive in recent memory, featuring elite performances from multiple top-tier players. In the end, Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen emerged victorious, winning his first MVP award after leading the Bills to a 13-4 record and their fifth consecutive AFC East title.
Allen narrowly edged out Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson in the voting, earning 27 first-place votes compared to Jackson’s 23. The final tally saw Allen collect 383 total points, just ahead of Jackson’s 362.
Josh Allen’s 2024 MVP Season
Allen put together one of his most efficient seasons to date, finishing with:
✅ 3,731 passing yards (14th in NFL)
✅ 28 passing touchdowns (T-7th)
✅ 6 interceptions (T-29th, lowest of career)
✅ 63.6% completion percentage (27th)
✅ 7.7 yards per attempt (9th)
✅ 101.4 passer rating (8th)
✅ 77.3 QBR (1st in NFL)
✅ 531 rushing yards (5th among QBs)
✅ 12 rushing touchdowns (2nd among QBs)
Allen’s ability to make plays both through the air and on the ground set him apart. His 41 total touchdowns (28 passing, 12 rushing, 1 receiving) were among the league’s best, while his 6 interceptions were the fewest of his career.
Despite not making the All-Pro First Team (which went to Lamar Jackson), Allen’s combination of efficiency, leadership, and clutch performances helped him secure the NFL’s most prestigious individual honor.
MVP Voting Breakdown
Here’s how the final 2024 NFL MVP voting played out:
| Player | Total Points | 1st Place Votes | 2nd Place | 3rd Place | 4th Place | 5th Place |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Allen, QB, Bills | 383 | 27 | 22 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Lamar Jackson, QB, Ravens | 362 | 23 | 26 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Saquon Barkley, RB, Eagles | 120 | 0 | 1 | 25 | 19 | 2 |
| Joe Burrow, QB, Bengals | 82 | 0 | 1 | 15 | 10 | 12 |
| Jared Goff, QB, Lions | 47 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 5 | 19 |
| Patrick Mahomes, QB, Chiefs | 31 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 9 |
| Jayden Daniels, QB, Commanders | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| Justin Herbert, QB, Chargers | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Ja’Marr Chase, WR, Bengals | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Sam Darnold, QB, Vikings | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Baker Mayfield, QB, Buccaneers | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
A Historic MVP Race
This MVP race had several unique storylines:
🔹 Allen Becomes Just the 3rd MVP Not to Make First-Team All-Pro
- The AP First-Team All-Pro QB was Lamar Jackson, but Allen still took home the MVP trophy, a rare feat.
🔹 Saquon Barkley’s Historic Season Falls Short
- The Eagles running back racked up over 2,000 total yards, but he fell short in the MVP race, finishing third with 120 points.
- No running back has won MVP since Adrian Peterson in 2012.
🔹 Mahomes Finishes 6th After a Down Year
- After winning two MVPs in the past five seasons (2018, 2022), Mahomes had a quieter year with just 31 total MVP points.
NFL MVP Winners by Year (Last 10 Seasons)
📅 2024 – Josh Allen, QB, Buffalo Bills
📅 2023 – Lamar Jackson, QB, Baltimore Ravens
📅 2022 – Patrick Mahomes, QB, Kansas City Chiefs
📅 2021 – Aaron Rodgers, QB, Green Bay Packers
📅 2020 – Aaron Rodgers, QB, Green Bay Packers
📅 2019 – Lamar Jackson, QB, Baltimore Ravens
📅 2018 – Patrick Mahomes, QB, Kansas City Chiefs
📅 2017 – Tom Brady, QB, New England Patriots
📅 2016 – Matt Ryan, QB, Atlanta Falcons
📅 2015 – Cam Newton, QB, Carolina Panthers
Final Thoughts
Josh Allen’s first MVP award cements his place as one of the league’s elite quarterbacks. After leading the Bills to yet another AFC East title, his dual-threat abilities and career-low interception total helped him finally secure the league’s top individual honor.
With Patrick Mahomes, Lamar Jackson, and Joe Burrow still in the mix, the 2025 season promises another thrilling MVP battle. Can Allen repeat, or will a new contender emerge?
