What happened: On First Things First, the hosts debated whether Josh Allen deserved to be the MVP favorite. One host said Allen would not make his ballot through five games, describing two excellent outings, one very good game, one costly finish and one awful outing.

Why it matters: On First Things First, the hosts framed the market as a two-man race between Allen and Purdy with a wide gap to Mahomes. That framing matters because voters weigh passing efficiency most, and Allen's case currently leans on eight rushing scores rather than passing production.

What to watch: On First Things First, the hosts tied the award to how Allen finishes games and protects the ball. The next stretch will test whether his passing efficiency catches his rushing output.