Josh Allen’s MVP Hopes Still Alive-But the Clock’s Ticking
No, it’s not over-not by a long shot. But if Josh Allen wants to make a serious push to repeat as the NFL’s Most Valuable Player, he’s going to have to turn up the heat. Right now, his MVP candidacy is mirroring the Bills’ season: flashes of brilliance, stretches of inconsistency, and a whole lot of questions still waiting to be answered.
Let’s be clear-Allen isn’t out of the race. But he’s not leading it either.
His odds have seesawed over the past month, and even after a solid, get-the-job-done win in Pittsburgh, his stock didn’t exactly rise. That’s less about what Allen did wrong and more about what the frontrunners have continued to do right.
The MVP race isn’t just about highlights-it’s about momentum. And right now, Allen needs to find his.
Here’s where things stand among the top contenders heading into Week 14:
1. Drake Maye - New England Patriots
Yes, you read that right. The rookie out of North Carolina has entered the MVP conversation-and not as a gimmick.
Maye has been the heartbeat of a Patriots team that’s been far more competitive than many expected. He’s shown poise beyond his years, making smart reads and delivering in high-leverage moments.
The Patriots’ offense isn’t flashy, but Maye’s decision-making and accuracy have been a revelation.
If he keeps this up and New England sneaks into the playoff picture, don’t be surprised if Maye’s name starts getting mentioned with serious weight. Rookie or not, he’s playing like a veteran-and winning like one, too.
2. Matthew Stafford - Los Angeles Rams
Stafford is quietly putting together one of the best stretches of his career. After battling injuries and inconsistency in recent seasons, he’s found his rhythm again in L.A.
The Rams’ offense is humming, and Stafford is the engine. His deep-ball accuracy has returned, and he’s doing it without forcing the issue-just crisp, confident quarterback play.
Stafford’s MVP case hinges on the Rams staying in the playoff hunt. If they do, and he keeps stacking efficient, high-impact performances, he could find himself right in the thick of the race.
3. Jordan Love - Green Bay Packers
Talk about a turnaround. Early in the season, it looked like Love might still be a year away from being “the guy” in Green Bay.
But over the past few weeks, he’s flipped the script. Love has looked decisive, confident, and-most importantly-effective.
The Packers’ offense has opened up, and Love’s ability to extend plays and make throws on the move has added a new dimension.
He’s not just managing games anymore-he’s taking them over. If Green Bay stays hot and Love keeps up this level of play, he’s going to be hard to ignore in the MVP discussion.
4. Josh Allen - Buffalo Bills
Which brings us back to Allen. The numbers are still there.
The arm talent is still jaw-dropping. And when he’s on, there’s arguably no quarterback in the league more dangerous.
But the inconsistency has been hard to ignore. One week, Allen looks like the MVP favorite.
The next, he’s forcing throws and struggling to find rhythm.
The win over Pittsburgh was solid-but it wasn’t spectacular. And that’s the crux of the issue.
In a race this tight, “solid” doesn’t move the needle. Allen needs a signature stretch to remind voters-and the rest of the league-why he was the guy last year.
The good news? He’s got the tools, the team, and the time to do it.
But the margin for error is shrinking.
The MVP race is a moving target. One big performance can change everything.
And with four weeks left in the regular season, there’s still plenty of football to be played. For Allen, the mission is clear: lead the Bills to wins, light up the scoreboard, and make sure his name stays in the conversation.
Because while it’s not over yet, the clock is ticking.