Main Story: Tom Brady named Josh Allen, Brock Purdy, Jared Goff and Jahmyr Gibbs as his top NFL MVP candidates at the season’s midpoint. Allen is the betting favorite, while Gibbs stands out as the lone non-quarterback on Brady’s list.

By the Numbers
  • Allen: 20 total touchdowns through 7 games; MVP odds +165.
  • Purdy: 15 touchdown passes, 4 interceptions and a 110.1 passer rating; odds +500.
  • Goff: 15 touchdown passes and 1 interception; odds +2700.
  • Gibbs: 1,058 scrimmage yards and 11 scrimmage touchdowns; odds +6000.
Yes, But

Gibbs’ production puts him in the conversation, but the MVP award has been difficult for running backs to win: Adrian Peterson in 2012 was the last non-quarterback to take it.

Bottom Line

Brady’s picks largely follow the expected quarterback-heavy field, but Gibbs’ presence underscores how exceptional his all-purpose production has been.