MVP Race Heats Up: Josh Allen vs Lamar Jackson in NFL Honors Finalists Showdown

In Los Angeles, California, the excitement for the upcoming NFL Honors show on February 6 is palpable as the finalists for eight prestigious awards have been revealed by the league. One of the most coveted awards, the Most Valuable Player (MVP) prize, has been a topic of much debate among fans and analysts, with Bills quarterback Josh Allen and Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson emerging as frontrunners. Jackson’s recent first-team All-Pro nod has bolstered his case for the MVP title, but the ultimate decision still rests with the voters. Joining Allen and Jackson as MVP finalists are Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, Eagles running back Saquon Barkley, and Lions quarterback Joe Burrow.

The competition is fierce in other categories as well, with Barkley, Burrow, and Jackson also vying for the offensive player of the year award. Ravens running back Derrick Henry and Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase round out the contenders, promising an intense battle for the honor. Burrow finds himself in the spotlight once again as a three-time finalist, this time for the comeback player of the year award, alongside Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold, Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez, Bills safety Damar Hamlin, and Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins.

The list of award finalists extends beyond the players on the field, as the coaches and assistant coaches are recognized for their contributions as well. Coaches such as Dan Campbell of the Lions, Kevin O’Connell of the Vikings, Sean Payton of the Broncos, Dan Quinn of the Commanders, and Andy Reid of the Chiefs are contending for the Coach of the Year title. Meanwhile, Assistant Coaches like Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady, Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio, Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores, Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, and Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson are in the running for Assistant Coach of the Year.

The Defensive Player of the Year award is another highly anticipated category, with contenders like Eagles linebacker Zack Baun, Browns defensive end Myles Garrett, Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson, Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II, and Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt. Offensive Rookie of the Year features standout newcomers like Raiders tight end Brock Bowers, Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels, Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers, Broncos quarterback Bo Nix, and Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr.

Completing the lineup of award finalists is the Defensive Rookie of the Year category, where Eagles cornerback Quinyon Mitchell, Rams defensive lineman Braden Fiske, Dolphins linebacker Chop Robinson, and Rams linebacker Jared Verse are among the notable contenders. With a diverse mix of talent and accomplishments, the NFL Honors show promises to be a thrilling celebration of the best and brightest in the league.