49ers' Purdy and McCaffrey, Ravens' Jackson in Tight NFL MVP Race
Purdy's efficient performance and McCaffrey's standout rushing production make them strong contenders, while Jackson's upcoming face-off with the 49ers could be a game-changer.
- San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy and running back Christian McCaffrey are both strong contenders for the NFL MVP award, with Purdy currently the odds-on favorite.
- Purdy's performance has been highly efficient, delivering the second-highest adjusted net yards per attempt (ANY/A) ever, trailing only Peyton Manning’s 2004 mark.
- McCaffrey's rushing production stands out in the pass-happy NFL era, with his total yardage from scrimmage on track to surpass that of two previous MVP winners.
- Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, who will face Purdy and the 49ers on Christmas Day, is also a top contender for the MVP award.
- Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, previously a top MVP favorite, has seen his chances diminish following a poor performance against the Buffalo Bills.
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