NFL's MVP contenders

The race for the NFL's Most Valuable Player award has a twist this year: There's actually an interesting late-season discussion for the first time since 2005, writes Y! Sports' Jason Cole.

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QB Matt Ryan, Atlanta Falcons – Seven interceptions in the past three games (and 13 for the season, tied for third in the league) aren't going to help Ryan. But think about it this way: Atlanta is tied for the best record in the league at 10-1. (AP Photo/Brian Blanco)
QB Matt Ryan, Atlanta Falcons – Seven interceptions in the past three games (and 13 for the season, tied for third in the league) aren't going to help Ryan. But think about it this way: Atlanta is tied for the best record in the league at 10-1. (AP Photo/Brian Blanco)