Because it has become virtually impossible for a running back or wide receiver to win the Offensive MVP award, it's only the second week of the season and we already know the plausible candidates.
At season's end we're looking at the following group:
Tom Brady
Aaron Rodgers
Drew Brees
Michael Vick
Philip Rivers
We know that because all five quarterbacks lead legitimate, top-tier playoff contenders, and we can lock them in for monster statistical outputs. I'm pretty confident in that list; but just in case, here are the wild cards:
Matt Schaub: If the Texans' opener was an indication of things to come in the AFC South, Schaub and his teammates could be in for double-digit wins. Big stats, more wins, more media coverage...a better shot at the trophy.
Matt Stafford: Ride the Hype Train. If the Lions make the playoffs, Mr. Stafford will be in the longshot discussion for the award.
Joe Flacco: It will be tough because most would consider Ray Rice the best offensive player on the Ravens, but Flacco is doing his best to differentiate himself. He has the poise and mindset to hang around.
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