3. Lamar Jackson

Last year: Unranked

In 2019, Jackson proved all of his critics wrong. His 36 passing touchdowns led the league and his seven rushing touchdowns (plus 1,200 yards on the ground) were a major bonus. His 9% touchdown rate also paced the NFL. Jackson’s accuracy skyrocketed compared to his rookie season and in the end his 66% completion rate ranked among the top 10, putting him ahead of guys like Patrick Mahomes and Aaron Rodgers. Jackson has transformed the Ravens into a legitimate championship contender. The next step for the MVP? Success in the postseason.