Josh Allen cements his MVP claim as Bills-Lions poised for Super Bowl showdown
Josh Allen delivered an incredible performance in a 48-42 victory against the Detroit Lions, solidifying his place as a frontrunner for the NFL MVP award.
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Josh Allen is the frontrunner to win MVP this season
Josh Allen is having a season that will be remembered for years to come. According to many NFL analysts, the Buffalo Bills quarterback is practically the unofficial NFL MVP for 2024, and it’s easy to see why. Allen has broken several records this season, and the Bills’ 48-42 win over the Detroit Lions in Week 15, a potential Super Bowl opponent, was another showcase of his immense talent.
On Sunday evening, Allen threw for 362 yards and became the first player in NFL history to obtain 35 or more passing and rushing touchdowns in four consecutive seasons. In the game against the Lions, Allen threw two key touchdown passes and rushed for two more touchdowns, further cementing his reputation as one of the league’s most dangerous dual-threat quarterbacks in 2024.
At just 28 years old, Allen has now scored 10 touchdowns in his last two games, bringing his season total to 25 passing touchdowns, which places him sixth overall. He also has 11 rushing touchdowns. However, it’s the standings that truly matter for Allen, and the Bills are sitting at 11-3, among the top teams in the NFL.
Dan Patrick provided his take on why Allen deserves the MVP award.
‘Hey, why does Josh Allen deserve the MVP?’ Twelve minutes to go, you’re down ten at home, you’re the Lions, one of the highest scoring offenses, and you decide on an onside kick because you can’t stop Josh Allen.
Dan Patrick said via his podcast
Patrick also highlighted Allen’s impressive performance, pointing out that he’s the first NFL quarterback in 50 years to avoid being sacked, not throw a fumble or interception, and not have any negative plays from scrimmage in his last run of games.
Former teammate Stefon Diggs, now with the Houston Texans, shared his thoughts on Allen’s remarkable season in a Tweet on X, stating, “he should shortly be balling fr (for real),” echoing the sentiments expressed by Patrick.
Breaking down Josh Allen’s MVP season
Just one week prior, Allen had an extraordinary six-touchdown performance in a 44-42 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. Before that, he had three touchdowns against the San Francisco 49ers.
In his last three games, Allen has accumulated 13 total touchdowns, he is leading the Bills to victories over top-tier teams like the Kansas City Chiefs and the Detroit Lions, and positioning the Bills for a strong playoff run. With remaining games against the struggling New England Patriots, twice, and the New York Jets, there’s a strong possibility the Bills could secure the top seed in the AFC.
Another noteworthy aspect of Allen’s season is that, while the Bills may not be as talented across the board as teams like the Kansas City Chiefs or the Pittsburgh Steelers, Allen has helped multiple receivers step up over the past three games to put points on the board.
Over a three-game stretch, Allen’s 13 combined touchdowns, a feat surpassed only by NFL legends Tom Brady, who threw 16 touchdowns in 2007, and Peyton Manning, who had 15 in 2004. Both of those players went on to win the MVP in those respective seasons.
Are the Buffalo Bills and Detroit Lions on a collision course for the Super Bowl?
The game between the Buffalo Bills and the Detroit Lions in Week 15 was a thrilling offensive showdown, and if that game is any indication of what’s coming in the postseason, it could be a preview of an exciting Super Bowl matchup featuring two red-hot quarterbacks.
While the Lions have a somewhat easier path to the big game, with their main competition being the Philadelphia Eagles and potentially the Minnesota Vikings, the Bills face tougher challenges ahead.
The Lions, who have already defeated the Vikings earlier in the season, have a strong defense and appear to be more well-rounded than the Bills. They will have to contend with the Eagles, who have proven to be a formidable team, and the Vikings, who could present a challenge in the final week of the regular season. However, if the Lions can stay healthy, especially on the defensive side, they could prove to be a tough playoff contender.
Buffalo, on the other hand, has relied heavily on Allen and their offensive firepower, sometimes covering for a defense that has struggled at times. The Bills have already beaten the Kansas City Chiefs, but a potential playoff matchup with the Chiefs could be a major test. Kansas City is no stranger to the playoff pressure, and it could play a significant role in a potential postseason game against the Bills.
The Lions, meanwhile, have had to deal with multiple injuries to key defensive players, including Khalil Dorsey, Carlton Davis, and Alim McNeill. These injuries could have been a significant factor in their loss to the Bills, and their ability to get injured players back in the lineup could be crucial in any future matchup with Buffalo.
While the Bills have had their fair share of defensive struggles, giving up 42 points to the Lions and 44 to the Rams, they have also been able to rely on Allen’s incredible performances to get wins. Since the beginning of the season, Buffalo’s defense has allowed at least 10 points in every game, but they’ll need to tighten things up if they’re to make a serious Super Bowl run.
The Lions, when healthy, have been much more defensively sound. They have allowed fewer than 10 points in three games and fewer than 30 points in 12 games, proving that they are one of the more balanced teams in the league. The Bills may have won the offensive battle against the Lions in Week 15, but the game could have been much closer if the Lions had been at full strength on defense.
In the end, a potential Super Bowl matchup between the Bills and Lions could come down to the performances of two MVP-caliber quarterbacks: Josh Allen and Jared Goff. Goff, who threw five touchdowns in the Lions’ defeat to the Bills, has been exceptional this season, throwing 30 touchdowns, surpassing Allen’s 25. However, Goff has not scored a touchdown on his own this season, relying on his offensive line to catch passes, whereas Allen has used his versatility to push the Bills to the top.
If the Bills and Lions meet in the Super Bowl, it will undoubtedly be an entertaining game filled with star power. But when all is said and done, Josh Allen’s incredible season is likely to earn him the MVP award for the regular season, if anything for leading his team to heights no one had planned at the start of the season.
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