Super Bowl MVP Betting 2024

The Super Bowl is the culmination of the NFL season, a game that takes on a historical significance as the victors from the AFC and NFC playoff bracket square off in one final game. It is a sporting event that becomes almost a holiday as tens of millions of people around the world tune in for an unforgettable event. At the end of the game, one victor is crowned, as is the MVP of the game.

The Super Bowl MVP is the player that is judged to be the most valuable. While there are exceptions, typically, the Super Bowl MVP is an offensive player on the winning team, most often the quarterback. Being the Super Bowl MVP is a prestigious honor that enhances a player’s career and defines their legacy. It is a reward that has been earned by legends of the game like Tom Brady, Joe Montana, Ray Lewis, and Jerry Rice.

The Super Bowl MVP is not only something the players pay attention to, but it is a huge deal for bettors. It is one of the most commonly bet-on markets for the Super Bowl. How it works is very simple. Before the game kicks off, fans will place their bet on the player that they believe is most likely to be crowned the Super Bowl MVP at the end of the game. If they are right, they win.

This is not a market that is easy to win. Not only does it require bettors to pick the team that will win, as only one player has ever won Super Bowl MVP on the losing team, but it also requires bettors to pick the player that will shine the most in that game. Unlikely candidates like Malcolm Smith, Deion Branch, and Dexter Jackson have all claimed the reward, so there is very much an element of risk in this bet. However, that does mean the payouts are high, so bettors should certainly enjoy this big-time market.

2024 Super Bowl MVP Betting Insights

When it comes to betting on the Super Bowl MVP, typically, bettors will target quarterbacks. 32 of the 57 Super Bowl MVP awards have gone to the winning quarterback, including 10 of the past 14. More often than not, the player who will take home the award is a QB. However, because that is the case, quarterbacks will often have the least-favorable odds for bettors. If you want to mix it up, the second most common position to win the Super Bowl MVP is a wide receiver, with eight wideouts claiming the MVP, including five since 2005, as the position has become more important than ever.

The big game is now established, and we know that the San Francisco 49ers will be going against the reigning champion, the Kansas City Chiefs. This is a thrilling matchup that bettors should be super excited about, and there is tons of star power in this game. 

The odds have dropped on the Super Bowl MVP candidates. While they could change as we get closer to the date, there are certainly some favourites that bettors will be eyeing. Let’s look at some of the players who are on the shortlist as the likeliest stars to claim this legendary piece of hardware.

• Patrick Mahomes, +125: The obvious favourite here has to be Mahomes. He is the greatest quarterback in the game and has already earned Super Bowl MVP two times in his relatively short career. He is a superstar and has played at an incredibly high level this postseason.
• Brock Purdy, +225: While Mahomes is defined by his experience, Purdy has never appeared in the Super Bowl and is only in his second year. However, he can make plays with his arms and his legs. Considering Purdy will be piloting the 49ers offence and they are favoured to win, this could be a good value bet.
• Christian McCaffrey, +450: Christian McCaffrey is one of the most dynamic players in the league. He can break off big plays catching the ball and running it. The 49ers are going to try to feed McCaffrey. While a running back has not won the award in decades, McCaffrey is a special player and could certainly earn the trophy.
• Travis Kelce, +1600: Kelce is one of the greatest tight ends to ever do it. He has always shined brightest in the biggest moments, and winning this award would be a great way for him to cement his reputation as an all-time clutch player. However, it will be hard, considering he’s catching passes for Mahomes, so the quarterback is the likelier recipient.
• Deebo Samuel, +2000: Deebo is an intriguing longshot. What makes him so valuable is that the 49ers use him in both their rushing and passing offence, and he is a threat to break off a big play at any moment. Don’t sleep on one of the NFL’s truly unique chess pieces.

There are a ton of options when it comes to this market, as any player can win. While quarterback is the safest bet, this is a market that will keep bettors guessing until the final whistle blows.

When can I bet on the Super Bowl MVP?

There are websites that will allow you to bet on the Super Bowl MVP as soon as the season begins. However, that is not something that would be advisable for bettors. So much can change over the course of an NFL season, from injuries to performance drop-offs, so betting on something as narrow as who will win Super Bowl MVP before the season begins is like buying a lottery ticket.

At the time of writing, there are 14 teams left in the playoff field. As that field narrows, the odds for Super Bowl MVP will shift. On the top Canadian betting sites, you can monitor and track the odds. Our advice would be to wait until the Super Bowl is set if you want to have the maximum likelihood of succeeding in this market. This is when the odds are more stabilized, and bettors have the info they need to make an informed guess.

Why should I bet on the Super Bowl MVP?

The Super Bowl MVP bet is one that adds a fun additional wrinkle to your Super Bowl betting experience. The Super Bowl is the most bet-on sporting event in America every year, and it is always fun for bettors to have several bets riding. With the Super Bowl MVP bet, instead of just being invested in a team's performance, you can take an interest in how an individual player performs on the biggest stage.

Another reason to focus on Super Bowl MVP betting is that it allows bettors to place a Super Bowl bet on something that has long odds. Because the Super Bowl MVP is quite random, there typically won’t be an odds-on favorite to win the award. This means bettors can have higher payouts and benefit from the unpredictable nature of this style of betting.

Last update: 21/01/2024

NFL CHAMPIONSHIP WINNER
	Chiefs	+245	+250
	49ers	+231	+225

An MVP has been selected for every single Super Bowl. Below is a list of past Super Bowl MVP winners, which can be helpful for bettors since they can gauge the types of players and performances that garner the award year in and year out.

• Bart Starr, QB, Green Bay Two touchdown passes
• Bart Starr, QB, Green Bay 202 yards passing, 1 TD
• Joe Namath, QB, New York Jets 206 yards passing
• Len Dawson, QB, Kansas City 142 yards passing, 1 TD
• Chuck Howley, LB, Dallas Two interceptions, fumble recovery
• Roger Staubach, QB, Dallas 119 yards passing, 2 TDs
• Jake Scott, S, Miami Two interceptions
• Larry Csonka, FB, Miami 33 carries, 145 yards rushing, 2 TDs
• Franco Harris, RB, Pittsburgh 158 yards rushing, 1 TD
• Lynn Swann, WR, Pittsburgh 4 catches, 161 yards, 1 TD
• Fred Biletnikoff, WR, Oakland 4 catches, 79 yards
• Harvey Martin & Randy White, DL, Dallas Led Dallas defense that forced eight turnovers
• Terry Bradshaw, QB, Pittsburgh 318 yards passing, 4 TDs
• Terry Bradshaw, QB, Pittsburgh 309 yards passing, 2 TDs
• Jim Plunkett, QB, Oakland 261 yards passing, 3 TDs
• Joe Montana, QB, San Francisco 157 yards passing, 1 TD
• John Riggins, RB, Washington 166 yards rushing, 1 TD
• Marcus Allen, RB, Los Angeles Raiders 20 carries, 191 yards rushing, 2 TDs
• Joe Montana, QB, San Francisco 331 yards passing, 3 TDs
• Richard Dent, DE, Chicago 2 sacks, 2 forced fumbles
• Phil Simms, QB, New York Giants 268 yards passing, 3 TDs
• Doug Williams, QB, Washington 340 yards passing, 4 TDs
• Jerry Rice, WR, San Francisco 11 catches, 215 yards, 1 TD
• Joe Montana, QB, San Francisco 297 yards passing, 5 TDs
• Ottis Anderson, RB, New York Giants 102 yards rushing, 1 TD
• Mark Rypien, QB, Washington 292 yards passing, 2 TDs
• Troy Aikman, QB, Dallas 273 yards passing, 4 TDs
• Emmitt Smith, RB, Dallas 30 carries, 132 yards, 2 TDs
• Steve Young, QB, San Francisco 325 yards passing, 6 TDs
• Larry Brown, CB, Dallas Two interceptions
• Desmond Howard, KR, Green Bay 244 all-purpose yards, 99-yard kick return TD
• Terrell Davis, RB, Denver 30 carries, 157 yards, 3 TDs
• John Elway, QB, Denver 336 yards passing, 1 TD
• Kurt Warner, QB, St. Louis 414 yards passing, 2 TDs
• Ray Lewis, LB, Baltimore Led a dominant Ravens defense
• Tom Brady, QB, New England 145 yards passing, 1 TD
• Dexter Jackson, CB, Tampa Bay Two first-half interceptions
• Tom Brady, QB, New England 354 yards passing, 3 TDs
• Deion Branch, WR, New England 11 catches, 133 yards
• Hines Ward, WR, Pittsburgh 5 catches, 123 yards, 1 TD
• Peyton Manning, QB, Indianapolis 247 yards passing, 1 TD
• Eli Manning, QB, New York Giants 255 yards passing, 2 TDs
• Santonio Holmes, WR, Pittsburgh 9 catches, 131 yards, 1 TD
• Drew Brees, QB, New Orleans 32-of-39, 288 yards, 2 TDs
• Aaron Rodgers, QB, Green Bay 24-of-39, 304 yards, 3 TDs
• Eli Manning, QB, New York Giants 30-of-40, 296 yards, 1 TD
• Joe Flacco, QB, Baltimore 22-of-33, 287 yards, 3 TDs
• Malcolm Smith, LB, Seattle INT for TD, fumble recovery, 10 tackles
• Tom Brady, QB, New England 37-of-50, 328 yards, 4 TDs
• 50 Von Miller, LB, Denver Six tackles, 2.5 sacks, one pass defended
• Tom Brady, QB, New England 43-of-62, 466 yards, 2 TDs
• Nick Foles, QB, Philadelphia 28-of-43, 373 yards, 3 TDs, 1 TD reception
• Julian Edelman, WR, New England 10 catches, 141 yards
• Patrick Mahomes, QB, Kansas City 26-of-42, 286 yards, 2 TDs
• Tom Brady, QB, Tampa Bay 21-of-29, 201 yards, 3 TDs
• Cooper Kupp, WR, Los Angeles Rams 8 catches, 92 yards, 2 TDs
• Patrick Mahomes, QB, Kansas City Chiefs, 21-27, 182 yards, 3 TDs