5 NFL players who could win their first MVP award in the 2022 season
The NFL MVP award has been dominated by quarterbacks in recent years. Out of the last 15 MVP winners, 14 have been quarterbacks, including each of the last nine. This trend is likely to continue as the passing game becomes more and more important in the modern NFL.
The NFL season is quickly approaching, with several quarterbacks having a legitimate shot at winning the MVP award.
Here are the five most likely first-time winners in the 2022 campaign.
#5 Dak Prescott, Dallas Cowboys
Around the midway point of the 2021 NFL season, Dak Prescott was one of the top favorites to win the MVP award for his consistent performances. While his stats dropped off as the year went on, he remained incredibly efficient.
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Prescott ranked third with a 104.2 passer rating and fourth with a 68.8 completion percentage, while throwing 37 touchdowns against just 10 interceptions during the 2021 season. He is projected to lead the Dallas Cowboys back to the playoffs in 2022, and if he does, he could be an MVP candidate again.
#4 Russell Wilson, Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson is the best quarterback over 30 years old who has never won an MVP award, despite several spectacular seasons with the Seattle Seahawks. Among his many accomplishments, he helped them win two NFC titles and a Super Bowl.
Wilson will begin the 2022 NFL season with a brand new team after being traded to the Denver Broncos this offseason. He will be surrounded by young and talented weapons such as Jerry Jeudy and Courtland Sutton. It will be interesting to see what the veteran can do in a new offensive system with a fresh supporting cast.