The Buffalo Bills quarterback was named the NFL’s most valuable player for the first time Thursday, further cementing his status among the league’s elite.

NEW ORLEANS — Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen won the NFL's Most Valuable Player award Thursday. He earned the honor over finalists Lamar Jackson, Saquon Barkley, Joe Burrow and Jared Goff. Allen threw for 3,731 yards and 28 touchdowns with six interceptions this season. He also added 531 yards and 12 scores on the ground.

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson received 12 first-place votes and teammate Derrick Henry got one. Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow and Bills QB Josh Allen also received one first-place vote each.

The Buffalo QB receives 27 first-place votes to the Baltimore QB’s 23, leading to the closest race since Matt Ryan beat out Tom Brady in 2016. Commanders QB Jayden Daniels is a near-unanimous

For the past 11 seasons, being named the AP first-team All-Pro quarterback was a prelude to winning the NFL’s MVP award.

Here are some of Lamar Jackson's best plays from the 2024 NFL regular season. See the ex-Louisville football star and Baltimore Ravens QB in action.

Here is why Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, a former star for Louisville football, should win the NFL MVP award on Thursday.

The Baltimore Ravens need all the help they can get to make another playoff run next season, and Lamar Jackson is doing his part by trying to recruit available talent. Lamar Jackson had a strong season with the Ravens,