After seeing quarterback Matt Ryan hoist the MVP award in 2016 it would seem he’s the likely candidate to do so again for the Atlanta Falcons. However, there are other guys on the team with exceptional talent that could sneak up and earn some big accolades.
Dan Parzych of NFL Spin Zone touched on this very topic when he selected one player from each team that is a dark horse candidate to win the MVP in 2017. When he discussed the Falcons his choice was running back Devonta Freeman.
“Matt Ryan and Julio Jones may be the strength behind the success of the unit, but Devonta Freeman seems to be next in line when it comes to receiving a new hefty deal.