Professional football observers have shown strong support for Lamar Jackson as the frontrunner for the NFL's Most Valuable Player Award. The Professional Football Writers of America (PFWA) recently honored Jackson as their 2024 NFL MVP, signaling a likely repeat of this prestigious accolade during Super Bowl week. This recognition comes after Jackson previously secured the league’s MVP in 2019 and 2023, aligning perfectly with his PFWA MVP wins in those years.

Jackson has been instrumental in guiding Baltimore to consecutive AFC North championships. His outstanding performance includes setting career highs in passing yards, touchdown passes, quarterback rating, and completions. Additionally, he led all quarterbacks in rushing yards and became the first player in NFL history to achieve over 4,000 passing yards and 800 rushing yards in a single season. With a total of 6,173 rushing yards, Jackson now holds the record for most rushing yards by a quarterback, surpassing Michael Vick’s previous mark.

Jackson’s third MVP nod from the PFWA places him alongside Tom Brady, tying for second-most in the organization’s history. This achievement highlights his exceptional talent and consistency. Meanwhile, Saquon Barkley was recognized as the PFWA Offensive Player of the Year for his leading rush yardage, and Patrick Surtain II earned the Defensive Player of the Year title for his remarkable defensive performance. These recognitions underscore the high caliber of play across the league, reinforcing the spirit of excellence and competition that defines professional football.