... England Patriots have all but clinched the top spot in the AFC playoffs.

But Patriots quarterback Tom Brady is involved in a much closer race: the NFL MVP race.

Brady will be battling Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick and Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning for the award.

Here are five reasons why the MVP of the NFL unquestionably belongs to No. 12.

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