The Herd with Colin Cowherd What's Wright - Best Of - Brock Purdy & 49ers SUPER BOWL bound? Stafford vs. Maye MVP, NFL Week 18 Picks
Jan 4, 2026
A heated MVP debate unfolds as Nick Wright argues for Matthew Stafford over Drake Maye, emphasizing Stafford's tougher competition and more impressive stats. He then shifts focus to Brock Purdy's impressive play with the 49ers, questioning their Super Bowl viability amid defensive concerns. Comparisons with Mac Jones highlight Purdy's supporting cast. Finally, Nick shares his top bets for the upcoming Week 18, offering insights on point spreads and game narratives.
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MVP Is Becoming A December Award
- Nick Wright argues MVP voting now rewards December surges more than full-season excellence.
- He believes Matthew Stafford's season-long performance still merits MVP over Drake Maye's late surge.
Season Metrics Trump Single-Game Flukes
- Wright quantifies Stafford's edge: more yards, more TDs, far fewer sacks across the season.
- He argues a single bad late game shouldn't outweigh season-long metrics when awarding MVP.
Weigh Seeding Effects Before Betting
- Consider playoff seeding implications when betting late-season games as they shift opponents and conditions.
- Wright notes the Rams' seed depends on the Niners-Seahawks result and affects playoff travel and matchups.