The 2026 NFL season has barely begun, but Josh Allen is already positioning himself as the frontrunner for the MVP award. Playing in the new $2.2 billion stadium in Orchard Park, Allen's performance has been nothing short of extraordinary.

In Week 2, during the Buffalo Bills' win against the Detroit Lions, Allen completed 20 of 31 passes for 248 yards, added 14 rushes for 69 yards, and scored an impressive FIVE total touchdowns. His dominance left not only the Lions but also fantasy players reeling, as they were awestruck by his performance.

Allen's stellar play began in Week 1 against the Houston Texans, where he completed 20 of 29 passes for 334 yards, threw two passing touchdowns, and rushed for two more touchdowns. This was against a defense considered one of the best in the league.

So far this season, Allen has orchestrated 18 drives resulting in:

• 10 touchdowns
• 3 field goals
• 4 punts
• 1 turnover on downs

Remarkably, he is just the third player in NFL history to record nine-plus total touchdowns without any turnovers in his first two games, joining the ranks of Patrick Mahomes (2018) and Peyton Manning (2013), both of whom won the MVP that year.

Betting markets reflect his dominance, with odds shifting from +600 to +350 at DraftKings Sportsbook, and as low as +260 at FanDuel Sportsbook, making him the clear favorite over other contenders like Lamar Jackson and Joe Burrow.

Allen has also made history as the first player to achieve five or more passing touchdowns and at least four rushing touchdowns in the first two games of a season. His nine total touchdowns tie for the second-most ever in a two-game span, just behind Mahomes' record.

Looking ahead, the Bills’ schedule appears favorable, with upcoming home games against the Los Angeles Chargers and the New England Patriots. With several key matchups later in the season, including games on Thanksgiving and Christmas, Allen has ample opportunity to solidify his MVP candidacy. If he maintains his current form and stays healthy, he could very well be lifting the MVP trophy at the NFL Honors later this winter.