Brock Purdy’s MVP Odds Take Major Jump After 49ers Win Over Seahawks
49ers star quarterback Brock Purdy emerges as the favorite for the NFL MVP award following the team's win over the Seahawks.
The San Francisco 49ers started off their 2026 NFL season with a strong win against their division rivals, the Seattle Seahawks. Star quarterback Brock Purdy, although not having a standout individual performance with only 189 passing yards, played his part by leading crucial scoring drives in the fourth quarter. This helped the 49ers secure a 32-29 victory.
With the 49ers sitting at an impressive 5-0 record and Purdy maintaining a streak of multiple touchdown passes in every game so far, he has become the favorite to win the NFL MVP award. ESPN Analytics reported that Purdy now leads the MVP odds board, marking the first time since the season started that a quarterback other than Josh Allen has been the top favorite.
However, it's worth noting that the Bills and Josh Allen haven't faced each other yet in Week 5. Purdy's impressive play thus far has certainly caught attention, and as long as the 49ers maintain their undefeated status, it will be challenging for anyone else to pose a strong case for the award. The 49ers and Purdy are set to continue their winning ways in Week 6 when they host the Washington Commanders on Monday Night Football.
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