BREAKING: Packers’ Jordan Love Could Be 2025’s Top MVP Candidate
As the 2025 NFL season approaches, there’s one name that’s starting to dominate headlines and stir up excitement—Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love. With the weight of the franchise on his shoulders following Aaron Rodgers’ departure, Love has made it clear he’s not just aiming to fill big shoes, but to carve out his own legacy. “I’m ready to lead. This is my year to show the league what I’m made of,” Love boldly declared.
The Packers have a rich history of quarterback greatness, with Rodgers and Brett Favre leading the way for decades. Now, the stage is set for Love to prove he’s more than just the next man up. After sitting behind Rodgers for years, Love has had time to learn, mature, and prepare for this pivotal moment in his career. With a fresh opportunity to guide a talented roster, he’s positioning himself as one of the most exciting—and potentially one of the most dangerous—quarterbacks in the league.
Why Jordan Love Could Be the Next MVP
Jordan Love’s potential to become a top MVP candidate isn’t just based on his raw physical talent, which is impressive in its own right. Love possesses an elite arm, mobility in and out of the pocket, and a high football IQ—all crucial tools for a quarterback to thrive in today’s NFL. But what truly sets him apart is his mindset.
Love is coming into 2025 with a chip on his shoulder. With many doubting his ability to lead the Packers to success, Love has made it his mission to prove that he is more than capable. As he steps into the starting role, it’s clear that Love is ready to take full control of the offense, and he’s surrounded by young, talented weapons like Christian Watson, Romeo Doubs, and the dynamic A.J. Dillon. The Packers' offense, which has seen its fair share of struggles in recent years, has the chance to flourish under Love’s leadership.
Challenges Ahead
Despite the optimism surrounding his potential, Love will face considerable challenges. The Packers will need to improve their offensive line play to protect him, and Love will need to continue to develop chemistry with his receiving corps. Additionally, the NFC North is filled with tough competition, including the Minnesota Vikings, Detroit Lions, and Chicago Bears, all vying for playoff contention.
However, Love’s self-assured confidence and hunger to succeed could be just what the Packers need to rise above those challenges. With a strong offensive line and a versatile skill set, Love could emerge as the dark horse MVP candidate of 2025, leading the Packers to a successful season and proving he’s not just a placeholder but the real deal.
The Future of the Packers
The Packers' decision to invest in Jordan Love as their quarterback of the future is already paying dividends. With his leadership, energy, and determination, he’s quickly becoming the face of the franchise. Whether or not Love wins the MVP in 2025, it’s clear that he’s prepared to do whatever it takes to lead the Packers to greatness.
"I’m not just here to play—I’m here to dominate. This is my year to take the league by storm," Love declared, and if his confidence and work ethic are any indication, 2025 could be the year he truly makes his mark on the NFL.
Rival AFC Coach Delivers Blunt Take About Broncos HC Sean Payton
One anonymous AFC defensive coach offered a blunt reminder about Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton.
Payton is 18-16 as the Broncos’ head coach, a mark that belies his reputation as a Super Bowl champion and the team’s 10-win regular season in 2024 with a rookie quarterback (Bo Nix) at the helm.
Moreover, it belies Payton’s reputation as a respected offensive mind.
Rival Coach Praises Broncos HC Sean Payton
GettyHead coach Sean Payton and the Denver Broncos have plenty to figure out at the RB position.
The coach’s comments come as part of an editorial from The Athletic’s Ted Nguyen, focusing on the top playcallers around the league. Other coaches are “systematic” schematically.
Payton uses a “barrage of personnel groupings and pre-snap movement.”
“The first 15 (plays) is a motherf—– with them. It’s big (personnel), little (personnel) every play, and they try to just create chaos with the subs and play games with all that s—, and then they mix modes with the no huddle and all that,” the coach said, per Nguyen on September 2. “They put guys in the right spots, fit the pieces together well, where like everyone has their role with that.
“Then it’s a diverse offense where you’ve got to defend two-back, one-back, four-by-one, RPOs, QB-driven, YY sets. And it’s all the stuff you got prepared for. And that makes you just say, f— it, we just got to be simple. There’s so much noise where you can’t really pin them down.”
Payton, who ranked No. 8 on the list, is 170-105 in his career, and in his 17 seasons as an active head coach, his offenses have ranked outside the top 10 in scoring four times.
One of those was in 2022, his first season with the Broncos, who ranked 10th in 2024.
Legendary QB Backs Bo Nix-Sean Payton Combo
GettyDenver Broncos head coach Sean Payton talks to Bo Nix #10 during a game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Payton’s former star quarterback with the Saints, Drew Brees, believes Nix is perfectly equipped to operate his ex-coach’s scheme for the Broncos.
Likewise, Brees, who won a Super Bowl with Payton in 2009, believes he will maximize Nix.
“The system is fun to watch. Obviously, there’s still a ton of the core concepts that exist. The offense always evolves, just like it did when we were playing together. Because you know that every year, people are studying your offense,” Brees said on “This Is Football” on September 1. “Also, you’re sitting there stealing ideas from other places and into the guys that you have.
“You’re always trying to stay cutting edge and stay ahead of the curve. And I think we always wanted to feel like we were setting the standard for how offensive football should be played. And so, I watch. I love watching the Broncos. Love watching Sean. Man, Bo Nix is a really fun quarterback to watch. I think he’s got all the traits, all the tools. Great athlete. Really, really runs well. I don’t think he gets enough credit for how well he runs.”
“Big, strong athlete. Obviously, great with the short intermediate passing game. Very accurate. Gets the ball out of his hands quickly, but can really push the ball down the field as well. And I think in his second year now, he’s developed a comfort level with, I think, the complexity of the Sean Payton offense.
Brees was a five-year veteran and two years older than Nix is entering the 2025 campaign when Payton first got him in New Orleans. Still, by Year 4 together, Brees and Payton were Super Bowl champions.
Nguyen wrote it was “easy to see why” Payton “valued” Nix, adding that rival coaches “raved” about his putting the QB in “advantageous positions and work around his limitations.”
Payton’s challenge in Year 2 is helping the Broncos QB take another step in his development.
