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Bills quarterback Josh Allen earns the 2024 AP NFL Most Valuable Player award

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Josh Allen’s historic 2024 NFL MVP Victory: A Breakdown of the Quarterback’s Unstoppable Performance

In a thrilling 2024 season, Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen delivered a stunning performance, leading his team and clinching his first NFL MVP award. Announced at the prestigious NFL Honors ceremony at Saenger Theatre, Allen’s achievement highlights a remarkable year of overcoming adversity and exceeding expectations.

Josh Allen narrowly defeated Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, the 2023 MVP, to earn the title of the 2024 AP NFL Most Valuable Player. Allen received 383 total points and 27 first-place votes, edging out Jackson’s 362 points and 23 first-place votes. In a stunning turn of events, Allen became only the third player in NFL history to claim the MVP award without making the first-team All-Pro roster, solidifying his exceptional contribution to the Bills’ success.

The MVP voting saw a competitive field, with Saquon Barkley, the explosive running back for the Philadelphia Eagles, finishing third with 120 points. Close behind him were Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (82 points) and Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (47 points). However, Allen’s unique ability to carry the team on his shoulders played a pivotal role in his award win.

The 2024 season was especially remarkable for Allen, as the Buffalo Bills made bold moves in the offseason, trading star wide receiver Stefon Diggs to the Houston Texans and witnessing key player departures, including Gabe Davis to Jacksonville. Despite these significant roster changes, the Bills relied heavily on Allen to elevate their offense—and he certainly delivered.

With 41 total touchdowns, including 28 passing, 12 rushing, and one receiving, Allen became the first player in NFL history to surpass 25 passing touchdowns, 10 rushing touchdowns, and one receiving touchdown in a single season. His versatility and dynamic playmaking abilities were crucial to the Bills’ success. Allen’s achievements set a new standard for dual-threat quarterbacks, further cementing his legacy in the NFL.

Allen’s record-breaking performance didn’t end there. With five seasons featuring over 40 offensive touchdowns, he joined only Aaron Rodgers as the second player in NFL history to reach this milestone. Rodgers, a four-time MVP, secured the prestigious award during four of his seasons with 40+ touchdowns. This year, Allen secured his first MVP after five straight seasons of elite offensive production.

Although Allen’s deep passing attempts decreased slightly in 2024, his overall efficiency was higher than ever. With a career-low 8.3 yards per attempt, according to Next Gen Stats, Allen led an offense that was more efficient and dangerous. The Bills scored over 30 points in 12 games during the regular season, a feat only matched by the 2013 Denver Broncos (13 games), setting a new benchmark in offensive consistency.

A standout feature of Allen’s play this season was his ability to limit mistakes. He threw a career-low six interceptions and only took 14 sacks—10 fewer than his previous best season. This focus on reducing errors led to a historic achievement for the Bills, who became the first team in Super Bowl history to allow fewer than 15 sacks and turn the ball over fewer than 15 times in a single season (just eight turnovers).

Allen’s leadership and resiliency were undeniable, especially considering the Bills’ lack of first-team All-Pros and only two Pro Bowlers (himself and left tackle Dion Dawkins). Despite this, Allen managed to lead Buffalo to a 13-4 season record, clinching the AFC East by Week 13—the earliest division clinch since the 2009 Indianapolis Colts. His ability to guide his team through a season of significant roster changes and uncertainty proved invaluable and likely earned him MVP consideration over more statistically dominant players like Jackson.

The Bills, however, fell short of their ultimate goal of reaching the Super Bowl, losing to Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship Game. But while the Bills’ playoff aspirations were dashed, Allen’s MVP victory serves as a reminder of his exceptional talent, resilience, and leadership on and off the field.

As Allen looks ahead to the 2025 season, the ultimate goal is clear: bring a Lombardi Trophy to Buffalo. The 2024 MVP is just the beginning of what promises to be a legendary career for one of the NFL’s most electrifying quarterbacks.

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