Retired NFL legend Shannon Sharpe is quick to spot quality players. After the Dallas Cowboys’ embarrassing 42-10 loss, Sharpe’s conviction gained more traction as an almost unexpected young 49ers quarterback threw his career-high four touchdowns, earning a passer rating of 144.2. Shannon Sharpe isn’t the only one sharing this view; Richard Sherman and Peter King have also expressed their belief that the rising quarterback should most definitely be the frontrunner to win MVP.

On the latest episode of ESPN’s ‘FirstTake’ starring Stephen A. Smith and Molly Qerim, Sharpe argued that while the seventh-round pick QB might not boast the most eye-popping statistics like seasoned MVP Patrick Mahomes and benefits from an immensely talented supporting cast, he unquestionably deserves an spot in the MVP conversation.

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“Is Prudy up for MVP?” is the question the former Broncos tight end was faced with on ESPN’s ‘FirstTake’.“Absolutely!” he answered almost instantly before going on to explain his take. In the opening five weeks of the season, the Iowa State standout leads the league in QBR, boasting an impressive completion rate of over 72%. He’s thrown nine touchdown passes with zero interceptions.

Brock Purdy’s sole turnover for the season occurred through a lost fumble, and in his 15-game tenure as a starter, he has a mere five turnovers. Additionally, he boasts an immaculate 15-0 record in regular-season games during that period. However, his “mistake-free football” is yet to overshadow the leading MVP quarterbacks like Patrick Mahomes, Joah Allen, and Tua Tagovailoa, his name should definitely be mentioned when we talk about the MVP run this season. 

Purdy’s exceptional season so far 

Purdy’s NFL performance thus far this season has been truly exceptional, as reflected in his remarkable stats. According to ESPN, he has amassed 1,271 passing yards, nine touchdowns, and impeccable zero interceptions. This underlines his efficiency as a quarterback, while the 49ers proudly maintain their undefeated 5-0 record this season.

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Regardless of his outstanding performance, however, this year’s MVP odds favor the Kansas City Chief’s veteran quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Mahomes is +450 to win his third career MVP award and sits atop the NFL MVP odds. A notable climber in the rankings is San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy, who shares the third-best odds at +700, alongside Jalen Hurts and Josh Allen. Tua Tagovailoa closely follows Mahomes in the second spot with odds of +475. Who do you think will walk away with this year’s NFL MVP title? Let us know in the comments section below. 

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