Josh Allen Leads the Bills to Big Win!

Josh Allen, the star quarterback for the Buffalo Bills, has just been named the NFL'S Most Valuable Player. He got the award after having an incredible season. Josh's season was fantastic. He threw for more than 3, 700 yards and rushed for another 531 yards. Plus, he scored a total of 40 touchdowns. Allen's performance was key in helping the Bills reach the AFC Championship Game. Allen's success was not just about personal achievements. He credited his team and the entire organization for the win, including the support staff. He said, "It’s derived from team success, and I love my team. " Josh Allen had some intense competition for the MVP title. Lamar Jackson of the Baltimore Ravens also had a great season. Jackson threw for over 4, 100 yards and ran for 915 more. He scored a total of 45 touchdowns, with 41 coming through the air. Despite the close race, Allen's performance and leadership helped him win the MVP award. Josh also gave props to Lamar Jackson, saying, "Lamar was very deserving of this award as well, and he's a great steward of the game. " The MVP race had other contenders too. Three other finalists for the award were Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, and Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff. Burlington did not attend the ceremony The Jayden Daniels was named Offensive Rookie of the Year after an outstanding first season. The Washington Commanders' quarterback threw for over 3, 500 yards and rushed for another 890 yards, securing 31 total touchdowns. His incredible Hail Mary pass to beat the Chicago Bears earned him the Moment of the Year award too. Patrick Surtain II, a defensive back for the NFL was picked for the league’s top defensive player. He had an impressive four interceptions and 14 passes defended. Quarterbacks struggled against him, with a rating of just 58. 9 when targeting him. Surtain's lockdown defense and hard work made him the MVP defensive player. Another player to win is Joe Burrow who came back strong after facing calf and wrist injuries in the 2023 season. With 4, 918 yards and 43 touchdowns, his performance earned him the Comeback Player of the Year award. He missed a significant part of the 2023 season due to injuries, but his performance in 2024 was his best yet. The award was presented by Hall of Fame wide receiver Randy Moss. Jared Verse, a linebacker for the Los Angeles Rams, won the Defensive Rookie of the Year award. He had 66 total tackles, 4. 5 sacks, two forced fumbles, and two fumble recoveries. His outstanding performance in the playoffs, including a key fumble recovery against the Minnesota Vikings, highlighted his contribution to the team. The Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell was named Coach of the Year. He guided his team to a 14-3 season, missing the playoffs by a slim margin. Despite a disappointing end to the season, O'Connell helped turn the Vikings around after a rough 2023. By showing strong leadership and adaptability. This includes turning Sam Darnold into a strong player in the game. Arik Armstead, a defensive lineman for the Jacksonville Jaguars, won the Walter Payton Man of the Year award. He has been a driving force behind the Armstead Academic Project, using his platform to encourage reading and improve literacy. He also donated a lot of money for educational materials and investing in schools. He said, "Paying back and showing appreciation for those who have helped me – not only me personally get into this position but also help our young people on a daily basis – has been huge. "