The excitement of the 2024 NFL season is upon us as the Baltimore Ravens and Kansas City Chiefs kick things off tonight. Following their game, the Green Bay Packers will face off against the Philadelphia Eagles on Friday night.

But before we dive into the action, let’s take a look at The Athletic‘s NFL staff picks for MVP, Super Bowl champion, and more. Forty-two staff members shared their predictions, so let’s see what they had to say.

According to our staff, Patrick Mahomes is the frontrunner for MVP, aiming for his third win while leading the Chiefs in their quest for a three-peat.

While quarterbacks usually dominate MVP discussions, our staff sees Tyreek Hill as a top contender for Offensive Player of the Year, especially after his stellar performance last season.

On the defensive side, all eyes are on Micah Parsons to potentially dethrone Myles Garrett as Defensive Player of the Year.

GO DEEPER

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As we head into the season, the NFL landscape is filled with excitement and anticipation. Stay tuned for more updates and predictions as the season unfolds.