Predicting the Underdog MVPs of Super Bowl LX: The Experts Weigh In

The Super Bowl is never predictable, but there are certain stars who are more neatly positioned for success than others on the NFL's biggest night.

Football fans will remember the moment that Malcolm Butler clinched victory for the Patriots from the jaws of defeat against the Seahawks back in 2014, taking him from a relatively unknown player to one of the sport's biggest names.

Butler was the undisputed MVP of the Patriots' last game against the Seahawks, and it's possible that tonight's biggest talent will be another name that NFL fans haven't heard much about. Here are the experts' opinions.

Potential Underdog MVPs For The Seahawks

According to CBS Sports, one of the leading candidates for the New England Patriots' MVP this year is AJ Barner. The team is relying heavily on quarterback Sam Darnold, and Barner has been one of Darnold's strongest connections in the team this season. Barner had 52 receptions throughout the regular season, and he could easily repeat this muted success on the sport's biggest stage.

Nick Emmanwori has been another crucial cog in the Patriots machine this season. The defensive back has been a star player all season, and while a recent injury has thrust his involvement in the Super Bowl into dispute, head coach Mike MacDonald has confirmed that he expects Emmanwori to play.

Jake Bobo is a fairly unconventional pick to be Super Bowl MVP, but he's been incredibly consistent this season and his 17-yard touchdown in the NFL Championship has finally brought his talent to the attention of Seahawks fans across the world. He's never the star of the show, but he's always reliable when it counts.

Potential Underdog MVPs For The Patriots

When it comes to the Patriots, most experts are in agreement that Rhamondre Stevenson is a name to watch out for tonight. His propensity for successful carries has been widely noted, but fewer people are commenting on his strong impact as a receiver. He's caught 32 of his 37 targets throughout the regular season, making him a formidable weapon for the Patriots tonight.

Tight end Austin Hooper has also been catching the attention of Patriots fans in recent months, averaging 12.5 yards per reception this season. He may not be one of the team's biggest stars, but his performance has been incredibly consistent—and that's crucial for a game with so much pressure attached to it.