Jordan Love Is For Real - And He’s Forcing His Way Into the MVP Conversation
Jordan Love isn’t just playing well - he’s making a statement. The kind that turns heads, shifts narratives, and, yes, moves MVP odds in a big way.
For Packers fans, this version of Love isn’t a surprise. They’ve seen it building all season.
But after a Thanksgiving Day dismantling of the Lions, the rest of the league is finally starting to catch on.
Let’s get this out of the way: Love’s performance in Detroit wasn’t a fluke. It was the latest chapter in a season that’s quietly become one of the most efficient and explosive in the NFL.
Four touchdowns against the reigning NFC North champs? That’s not just a highlight - it’s a message.
And the oddsmakers heard it loud and clear. Love’s MVP odds have jumped from a distant +5500 to a very real +1500.
That kind of leap doesn’t happen unless there’s substance behind the hype. And with Love, there absolutely is.
A Season of Steady Ascent
Through 13 weeks, Love is completing 67% of his passes for 2,794 yards, 19 touchdowns, and just three interceptions. His passer rating?
A rock-solid 104.3 - fifth-best in the league. That’s not just efficient; that’s elite-level quarterbacking.
But it’s not just the box score that tells the story. Advanced metrics love Love.
He leads the league in EPA per play (expected points added, for the uninitiated - a key indicator of a quarterback’s impact on each snap) and ranks second in Pro Football Focus’ passing grades. That’s not just good company - that’s MVP-level territory.
The Road Ahead: A Proving Ground
Now, here’s where things get interesting. The Packers are about to hit a five-game gauntlet: two matchups with the Bears, and dates with the Broncos, Ravens, and Vikings.
It’s a stretch that will test Love’s poise, playmaking, and leadership. But it’s also a massive opportunity.
If Love can guide Green Bay to four or five wins down the stretch - potentially pushing the team to 12 or 13 victories and into the NFC’s top seed - he’s going to be tough to ignore in MVP voting. Especially if he keeps stacking multi-touchdown games like he did on Thanksgiving.
That kind of finish wouldn’t just be impressive. It’d be undeniable.
The MVP Race: More Than Just Wins and Stats
Let’s be real - the MVP race in today’s NFL often boils down to two things: counting stats and team record. That’s why names like Matthew Stafford, Drake Maye, and Dak Prescott are still ahead of Love in the odds.
But Stafford’s recent two-interception outing against the Panthers didn’t help his case. And while Prescott and Maye are surging, Love is right there with them - and gaining ground.
Here’s the thing: Love’s numbers are already strong. But the way he’s playing - the command, the efficiency, the ability to elevate the offense - that’s what’s setting him apart.
He’s not just benefiting from a system or coasting on talent around him. He is the system right now in Green Bay.
And he’s thriving in it.
From Question Mark to Franchise Cornerstone
Remember, this is the same Jordan Love who entered the season with questions swirling. Could he be “the guy” after Aaron Rodgers?
Could he lead a new era in Titletown? Could he handle the pressure of stepping into one of the NFL’s most scrutinized quarterback legacies?
So far, the answer is a resounding yes.
Love has shown growth, toughness, and a knack for big moments. He’s not just managing games - he’s taking over them. And now, he’s forcing his way into a conversation that seemed out of reach just a few weeks ago.
Final Word
Jordan Love may still be a long shot to win MVP this year - but don’t mistake “long shot” for “no shot.” If he closes the season the way he’s been playing, and the Packers keep winning, his name won’t just be in the conversation. It’ll be on the short list.
The league is starting to take notice. And if they haven’t yet, they will soon. Jordan Love is here - and he’s just getting started.