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NFL Awards Ballot: Can Josh Allen Run His Way To MVP? Will Kenneth Walker Buck Trend?

  • Josh Allen is the NFL's top running quarterback—240 rushing yards and a league-high eight rushing TDs so far, on pace for roughly 680 yards and 22 TDs over 17 games.
  • New Bills coach Joe Brady has leaned into Allen's rushing ability, sparking production but also raising injury concerns despite Allen getting better at protecting himself.
  • Allen’s MVP/Super Bowl case depends on balancing highlight runs with ball security—he already has five turnovers through six games.

Roll The Tape: Has CB/WR Travis Hunter Arrived? Is Packers' Defense Elite?

  • Jaguars rookie Travis Hunter is flashing as a true two-way weapon — making splash plays at both cornerback (including a goal-line INT) and receiver after the team cleverly eases him back into a dual role.
  • The Packers’ defense has transformed into a turnover machine under Jonathan Gannon, using exotic looks and heavy blitzing to lead the NFL in interceptions and dismantle the Cowboys.
  • Giants WR Malik Nabers is back from a torn ACL and rolling — three straight 100-yard games, explosive playmaking, and firmly re-established as New York’s top perimeter threat.

Lions' Sam LaPorta Is Open To 'Get Paid Somewhere Else’ If Contract Negotiations Loom

  • Sam LaPorta publicly called Detroit’s contract talks “disappointing,” saying he feels underappreciated and won’t hesitate to leave if the Lions don’t match his value.
  • He reminded fans he played through a serious injury last year—a fully herniated disc that required microdiscectomy surgery—then returned and has been playing at a high level.
  • LaPorta is a rising star (213 receptions, 2,420 yards, 23 TDs since 2023) and is focused on the season now, but says he’ll pursue a bigger payday in free agency if necessary.

NFL Catchup: Giants To Start J.J. McCarthy; Josh Jacobs Back At Packers Practice

  • Giants will start J.J. McCarthy vs. the Texans after benching Jameis Winston, tapping the young QB with Harbaugh/Michigan ties.
  • Ravens’ Lamar Jackson did limited practice as he works back from a sprained ankle—his return is still considered day‑to‑day.
  • Packers’ Josh Jacobs is back at practice and expected to play after being cleared in a misdemeanor case; he apologized and coach Matt LaFleur voiced support.

No Elite Teams In The NFL This Year? 49ers, Chiefs Lead Through Seven Weeks

  • Nick Wright argues there are "no elite teams" this season but puts the 49ers atop his tiers with the Chiefs right behind them.
  • He’s wary of the 49ers’ staying power, citing 2019 and 2023 clubs that started hot and still flamed out in the Super Bowl.
  • Wright calls the Bills and Vikings "partial juggernauts" — dominant on one side (offense or defense) — and wonders if that imbalance can carry them deep into the playoffs.

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