The NFL MVP race is coming down to the wire. With three weeks remaining, there's a real conversation to be had about who will take home the prize. Josh Allen is widely considered the favorite after locking up a division title in November and putting together massive back-to-back performances, but there's a reasonable argument to be made for Lamar Jackson, who lit up the Giants on Sunday. Oh, and while he didn't have an enormous day against the Steelers, Saquon Barkley has played a critical role in Philly's 10-game winning streak and has a chance to challenge single-season rushing records down the stretch.
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With the two quarterbacks atop the race having had huge games Sunday, it is a good time to check in with the leaders and break down what needs to happen for them to claim the crown. The conversation has to start with Allen, who broke down the Lions and accounted for 430 yards and four touchdowns in the win over a team many believe to be the league's best:
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Allen | Barkley | Jackson
Who's Barnwell's MVP pick?
Josh Allen, QB, Buffalo Bills
What he did Sunday: 23-of-34 for 362 passing yards with two touchdowns; 11 carries for 68 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns in a 48-42 win over the Lions
MVP odds, via ESPN BET: -900
