Josh Allen vs. Lamar Jackson: Who Will Take Home the 2025 NFL MVP?
The race for the 2025 NFL MVP has come down to two star quarterbacks: Buffalo Bills’ Josh Allen and Baltimore Ravens’ Lamar Jackson.
Allen emerged as the frontrunner with a dominant stretch in December, leading the Bills to a 13-4 record and securing the AFC East title. Meanwhile, Jackson—last year’s MVP—closed the season strong, guiding the Ravens to a 12-5 finish and narrowing the gap between himself and Allen in the MVP conversation.
While determining who had the better season is up for debate, Allen enters the awards night as the favorite. Supporters argue that he was more valuable to Buffalo than Jackson was to Baltimore.
The Bills faced a significant challenge after trading away top wide receiver Stefon Diggs in the offseason, forcing Allen to carry an even greater offensive load. In contrast, the Ravens bolstered their roster by signing star running back Derrick Henry, who rushed for 1,921 yards—second only to Philadelphia’s Saquon Barkley. Baltimore’s receiving corps also had more depth than Buffalo’s, adding to Jackson’s arsenal.
Additionally, the Ravens had six All-Pro selections this season compared to just one for the Bills—Allen himself. That disparity further highlights Allen’s individual impact on Buffalo’s success.
With Jackson already having two MVPs to his name and past winners like Patrick Mahomes and Aaron Rodgers still active, the big question remains: Is it finally Josh Allen’s time to win his first MVP award?
