The Green Bay Packers are on the cusp of something big, and it looks like their quarterback, Jordan Love, could be the catalyst for it. While the Packers’ 2024 season has been a mix of promise and disappointment—marked by a playoff run but marred by a 1-5 record in their division—one ESPN analyst believes Love could be the one to lead the team to glory in 2025. In fact, Benjamin Solak has predicted that Love will win the NFL MVP award next year. Here’s why.
Bold Predictions for Jordan Love
In a recent ESPN poll during the offseason, analysts were asked to name their picks for next season’s MVP. While names like Joe Burrow, Lamar Jackson, and Josh Allen dominated most of the responses, it was Solak who made the bold decision to pick Love as his pick.
Solak’s reasoning for this prediction is based on both the Packers’ current trajectory and the opportunities that 2025 could bring. “The basic premise is to find a starting quarterback for a team that wins their conference. If the Lions fall back due to coaching changes, the Packers should try to win a division title on the back of a strong Love campaign—and they have a third schedule!” he explains.
Why 2025 Could Be Love’s Year
The Packers’ 2024 season certainly isn’t without its challenges. Although they made the playoffs, they couldn’t overcome the hurdles in their division, finishing with a dismal 1-5 record against NFC North opponents and losing twice to the eventual Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles. However, with the Lions’ impressive 15-2 season unlikely to be repeated, the Packers have a real chance to win the NFC North in 2025. With a third-round schedule looming, the Packers will face a much easier road than they have in the past. This gives Love the ideal opportunity to step up and lead a more successful campaign.
Love’s Struggles in 2024: Is a Comeback in the Making?
Jordan Love’s second season as the starting quarterback has been a roller coaster, filled with flashes of potential and signs of struggles in development. His production has declined from the impressive start of the previous year, leading to growing concerns among fans and analysts. But, as Solak notes, there are a few factors working against him in 2024.
First, the addition of running back Josh Jacobs has made the Packers’ offense more run-oriented, meaning Love hasn’t had to throw the ball as often. That’s not necessarily a bad thing—it shows the team’s ability to build a balanced offense. However, it also means fewer opportunities for Love to showcase his throwing ability and build momentum. What’s more, Love has been playing with a nagging knee injury that has forced him to miss games and limit his accuracy when he’s on the field. Those injury issues have certainly contributed to his overall decline in production.
And it hasn’t helped that Love’s receiving group has struggled to be consistent. The Packers’ wide receivers, including Jayden Reed, Dontayvion Wicks and Romeo Doubs, have combined to drop 25 passes, contributing to a frustrating series of missed opportunities. The high number of dropped passes, especially in key moments, has held back Love’s performance, but if the receiving group can improve in 2025, Love’s numbers could see significant growth.
The Road to MVP Glory
If the Packers are to succeed in 2025, a large part of that success will depend on Jordan Love. Fortunately for Green Bay, the pieces are in place to allow for a major rebound. The team’s defense, led by first-year coordinator Jeff Hafley, has emerged as a solid unit in 2024, despite injuries to key players. With a few tweaks to the offense—particularly focusing on eliminating dropped passes and giving Love more time to work—the Packers have all the tools they need to make a deep playoff run.
What’s more, the combination of a third-round schedule and a favorable NFC North landscape puts the Packers in a prime position to win a division title, which could give Love the attention and opportunity he needs to earn MVP honors. The pieces are starting to fall into place for Love to break out in a big way, and the 2025 season could be his moment to shine.
Conclusion
While many may be skeptical of such a bold MVP prediction for a quarterback still finding his feet, there are plenty of good reasons behind Benjamin Solak’s confidence in Jordan Love. With an easier schedule, a healthier roster, and a more developed game plan, Love has the potential to step up and lead the Packers.
