NFL MVP race: Josh Allen’s case takes a hit. Is he still No. 1?

Josh Allen has been the runaway favorite to win the NFL MVP race for the last month.

But nothing is guaranteed in the NFL.

Allen had one of his worst games of the season as the Buffalo Bills needed to overcome a 14-0 deficit at home to beat the lowly New England Patriots 24-21 last week.

Allen completed just 16 of 29 passes for 154 yards with a touchdown and an interception during the AFC East matchup. He relied on running back James Cook scoring two touchdowns, while Taron Johnson recovered a fumble in the end zone to put the Patriots away.

Was Allen’s performance enough to maintain the top spot, or has another MVP candidate seized the reins?

5. Eagles RB Saquon Barkley, stock even

Saquon Barkley had another standout game for the Eagles, rushing for 150 yards with two touchdowns in Philadelphia’s 36-33 loss without Jalen Hurts (concussion) against the Washington Commanders last week.