The 2024 NFL season witnessed remarkable performances and record-breaking achievements. From Josh Allen's aerial dominance to Kevin O'Connell's coaching prowess, the league saw milestones that captivated fans and analysts alike. The season culminated with awards recognizing these extraordinary feats, highlighting the exceptional talents and leadership on display.
Josh Allen led the league in passing yards and touchdowns, showcasing his offensive prowess throughout the 2024 season. His stellar performance earned him the MVP award, making him only the third player to receive the honor without being named first-team All-Pro, a rare achievement since the award's inception in 1957. Alaina Getzenberg remarked on Allen's pivotal role, stating:
"Josh Allen's leadership, his consistent leadership, was the biggest reason why we did what we did this season," – Alaina Getzenberg
Allen's ability to deliver under pressure was evident as he threw more touchdown passes in the fourth quarter and overtime than any rookie in history. His leadership on the field helped propel his team to success, with Alaina Getzenberg further asserting:
"So, anybody that tries to say otherwise, I know better. I've seen it." – Alaina Getzenberg
Jayden Daniels also left an indelible mark on the league. He set an NFL record with five consecutive seasons of 40 passing/rushing touchdowns and rushed for more yards than any other rookie quarterback in history. His ability to lead five winning drives, including one in the playoffs, demonstrated his clutch performance. Sean McVay praised Daniels, noting:
"He's an exciting guy that has a great charisma," – Sean McVay
"He has a great toughness about himself. I think he's continuing to use all these experiences as he matures and grows." – Sean McVay
In a remarkable comeback, Joe Burrow won the Comeback Player of the Year award for the second time in 2024. Despite acknowledging the bittersweet nature of the award, Ben Baby highlighted its significance:
"It's not exactly an award you want to be up for," – Ben Baby
"But if you're up for it, you might as well try to win it." – Ben Baby
Burrow's performance throughout the season marked the best of his career, underscoring his resilience and determination to overcome challenges.
Kevin O'Connell made history as the second coach to achieve two seasons with 13 or more wins in his first three seasons. His leadership guided the Vikings to exceed their projected win total of 6.5 games in 2024. O'Connell's impressive .743 win percentage in one-score games is surpassed only by Guy Chamberlin in NFL history.
Defensively, Pat Surtain II stood out by surrendering the fewest receiving yards at his position in 2024. His exceptional coverage skills allowed him to dictate play on defense, as noted by Jeff Legwold:
"Pat is at the center of everything we do…. He gives us a chance a lot of defenses don't have. We can dictate some things just by where we line him up." – Jeff Legwold
Surtain also allowed the second-lowest passer rating when targeted, solidifying his reputation as one of the league's top defensive backs.
Jared Verse achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first Rams player since Aaron Donald in 2014 to win Defensive Rookie of the Year. His robust performance on defense contributed significantly to the Rams' defensive success.
The Detroit Lions' offensive coordinator, Ben Johnson, gained respect from players for his offensive brilliance and creative playcalling. His strategic approach played a crucial role in shaping the Lions' offensive schemes throughout the season.
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