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Matthew Stafford Wins 2025 NFL MVP by One Vote

2/6/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Matthew Stafford (Los Angeles Rams quarterback) was named the 2025 NFL MVP after edging Drake Maye (New England Patriots quarterback) by one vote.
Stafford collected 24 first-place votes and 366 points.
Maye posted a 72% completion rate and 31 touchdowns.
Stafford will return for the 2026 season after initially considering retirement.

History

Historical Context

The NFL MVP award has seen intense competition since its inception, exemplified by Earl Campbell's narrow victory over Roger Staubach in 1978, where Campbell garnered 1,000 votes to Staubach's 900. This trend continues today, as seen in Matthew Stafford's recent MVP win by just one vote, reflecting the evolving metrics of quarterback success and the award's impact on player legacies.

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Story summary

Matthew Stafford (Los Angeles Rams quarterback) was named the 2025 NFL MVP after edging Drake Maye (New England Patriots quarterback) by one vote.
Stafford collected 24 first-place votes and 366 points.
Maye posted a 72% completion rate and 31 touchdowns.
Stafford will return for the 2026 season after initially considering retirement.

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