NFL MVP Race Entering Week 4: Josh Allen Stays No. 1, but the Field Is Closing Fast

Josh Allen remains the MVP favorite, but Brock Purdy is lurking

Even with no touchdown passes and a pair of interceptions on Sunday against the Chargers, Bills quarterback Josh Allen remains the clear MVP favorite.

NFL MVP candidates 2026: Ranking Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes and top contenders

A wide receiver, two running backs and even a defensive player join the quarterbacks in our ranking of the NFL's leading MVP candidates

NFL MVP race entering Week 4: Josh Allen stays No. 1, but the field is closing fast

A wide receiver, two running backs and even a defensive player join the quarterbacks in our ranking of the NFL's leading MVP candidates Sep 29, 2026 at 7:47 am ET • 4 min read Who will win the league MVP in 2026? To find out, we're doing a week-by-week ranking of the candidates most likely