What happened: Pro Football Focus selected Joe Burrow as its midseason NFL Most Valuable Player on Tuesday. The recognition follows an efficient first half in which the quarterback guided Cincinnati to a 6-2 record.
Why it matters: Burrow has solidified his standing in the award conversation after earning a 91.2 PFF grade in late October. Cincinnati remains positioned near the top of the AFC North race heading into the second half of the schedule.
By the numbers: Burrow has completed 219 of 296 passes for 2,386 yards with 23 touchdowns and 6 interceptions in 2026 through 8 games.
What to watch: Cincinnati turns to Week 10 action looking to defend its position in the AFC playoff bracket as teams pass Tuesday's 4 p.m. ET trade deadline.