The early odds for the 2025 NFL MVP have been released by various sportsbooks. Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is the current favorite, with odds at +500, indicating a 16.67% implied probability of winning. Read on for a complete breakdown of the 2025 NFL MVP Betting Odds.
Here is a breakdown of the top contenders and their respective odds:
2025 NFL MVP Betting Odds
Lamar Jackson (Baltimore Ravens): +500
Josh Allen (Buffalo Bills): +550
Patrick Mahomes (Kansas City Chiefs): +750
Joe Burrow (Cincinnati Bengals): +750
Jayden Daniels (Washington Commanders): +1000
Justin Herbert (Los Angeles Chargers): +2000
Jordan Love (Green Bay Packers): +2200
C.J. Stroud (Houston Texans): +2500
Baker Mayfield (Tampa Bay Buccaneers): +2500
Kyler Murray (Arizona Cardinals): +2500
You can see a complete list of NFL MVP Odds at BetOnline.
Notably, the first non-quarterbacks to appear on the odds board are Saquon Barkley (Philadelphia Eagles) at +6000 and Jahmyr Gibbs at +7500. The last non-quarterback to win the MVP award was Adrian Peterson in 2012.
NFL MVP History & Notable Facts
- The first MVP award was given to Jim Brown (Cleveland Browns) in 1957. Brown remains the only player to win MVP in his rookie season.
- The award is heavily dominated by quarterbacks (QBs), with quarterbacks winning over 45 times since its inception.
- Running backs (RBs) were historically more common winners, but the last non-QB MVP was Adrian Peterson in 2012.
- Defensive players have won only twice:
- Alan Page (DT, Minnesota Vikings) in 1971
- Lawrence Taylor (LB, New York Giants) in 1986
- No wide receiver, tight end, or offensive lineman has ever won MVP.
NFL MVP Trends & Observations
- Quarterbacks dominate the award due to their influence on the game.
- The last 11 MVP winners have all been QBs.
- Winning teams matter – MVPs often come from playoff-bound teams with strong records.
- Dual-threat QBs like Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes have gained prominence in recent years.