Allen started as the betting favorite after Week 1, and a dominant performance in the Bills’ home opener against the Detroit Lions further widened his edge over Lamar Jackson. Following a five-touchdown night on Thursday Night Football, Allen’s MVP odds moved from roughly +475 to as low as around +260. The surge kept Lamar Jackson’s odds from dipping much, but it did cause Caleb Williams to drift from roughly +750 to about +1100.
MVP odds (post-Thursday night performance)
– Josh Allen: +260
– Lamar Jackson: +650
– Caleb Williams: +1100
– Patrick Mahomes: +1200
– Trevor Lawrence: +1300
The rest of the usual favorites will have opportunities to respond in the coming weeks. Both Williams and Jackson opened with strong showings: Jackson threw for 324 yards with a touchdown while rushing for another score; Williams totaled 265 passing yards and 65 rushing yards, adding two rushing and two passing touchdowns.
Upcoming matchups to watch:
– Lamar Jackson and the Ravens host the New Orleans Saints in the early window.
– Josh Allen and the Bills will face a Bears defense that will host Minnesota in Week 3, with the Ravens slated for primetime later in the schedule.
As the season progresses, the landscape for the MVP race will continue to evolve with each game, and performances in primetime will play a pivotal role in shaping the betting markets. Game odds are updated periodically and can shift based on new results and injuries. If you or someone you know is dealing with a gambling problem, help is available at 1-800-GAMBLER.
