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PodcastThe Bowers That Be: Predicting MVP and Other 2026 Awards
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I understand the Herbert optimism and I guess my feeling was like if that happens though do you think the story will be Justin Herbert or do you think the story will be Mike McDaniel
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Herbert has a strong MVP case, but narrative credit may favor coach Mike McDaniel.

Ben Solak notes that Justin Herbert has risen significantly in MVP odds and has a strong case for the award. However, Kimes and Solak both suggest that if the Chargers have an explosive offensive season, the narrative credit might lean more toward head coach Mike McDaniel rather than Herbert himself, potentially complicating his path to the award compared to Burrow.

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