With a 7-2 record, the Washington Commanders have already exceeded the full-season win total oddsmakers set for them entering the 2024 NFL season.
Their head coach (Dan Quinn), offensive coordinator (Kliff Kingsbury) and rookie quarterback (Jayden Daniels) all deserve consideration for midseason honors as we assess the season near its midpoint. But how to divide the credit? That’s the fun and illuminating part as I run through my midseason ballot for Coach of the Year, MVP, Comeback Player of the Year, top coordinators, top rookies, biggest surprises, disappointments and more.