MY REGULAR SEASON MVP FOR EACH NFL TEAM

Football is the ultimate team sport, but individual players can still make a huge difference. Here's a look at the MVP for each NFL team during the 2018 season.

PITTSBURGH STEELERS: BEN ROETHLISBERGER, QB

There was more pressure than ever on Big Ben this season with Le'Veon Bell holding out. He delivered with another huge year, throwing for 4,842 yards and 33 touchdowns through 15 games.

ARIZONA CARDINALS: CHANDLER JONES, DE

The 2018 season has been a disaster for the Cardinals, with an offense that ranks near the bottom of the league in most categories. The defense still has its stars, and no one has played better than Jones. He had 12 sacks through 15 games and wreaked havoc in each of the team's three wins.

ATLANTA FALCONS: MATT RYAN, QB

Atlanta's offense has been a disappointment this year, but Ryan has quietly had another outstanding season. The 2016 league MVP completed nearly 70 percent of his passes with 33/6 TD/INT through 15 games. His great play was needed with a leaky defense and starting running back Devonta Freeman hurt for most of the year.

BALTIMORE RAVENS: LAMAR JACKSON, QB

Jackson started for less than half of the season, but the Ravens are only in playoff contention because of their success since he took the reins. The rookie is 5-1 as a starter and has transformed the offense into the most run-heavy in the league, a better complement to its top defense.

BUFFALO BILLS: TREMAINE EDMUNDS, LB

It was a disappointing year for Buffalo after winning a wild-card spot last year, but the Bills have reason to be excited about first-rounder Edmunds. The linebacker leads the team in tackles, and the Bills have been stingy against the run this season.

CAROLINA PANTHERS: CHRISTIAN MCCAFFREY, RB

McCaffrey became the centerpiece of the Panthers offense this year with the installation of experienced offensive coordinator Norv Turner. He's inching closer to 2,000 yards from scrimmage, averaging 5.0 yards per carry and easily leading the team in receptions through 15 games. McCaffrey also set the record for most receptions by a running back. The offense needed to rely on him even more with Cam Newton nursing a shoulder injury.

CHICAGO BEARS: KHALIL MACK, OLB

The Bears have plenty of MVPs on their defense, but Mack put them over the top after being acquired just before the first game of the year. The two-time All-Pro had 12.5 sacks and a league-high six forced fumbles through 13 games played, as Chicago surprisingly won the NFC North.

CINCINNATI BENGALS: JOE MIXON, RB

Cincinnati was a team plagued by injuries this season, including to Andy Dalton, A.J. Green, Tyler Eifert and Tyler Boyd. Mixon also missed two games with a knee injury, but the offense ran through him when healthy. Through Week 16, Mixon had 4.7 yards per carry and more than 1,300 yards from scrimmage.

CLEVELAND BROWNS: BAKER MAYFIELD, QB

Mayfield was the first overall draft choice and the most impressive thrower among the quarterback rookie class. Through his first 12 starts, he had 24/11 TD/INT and 7.5 yards per pass attempt. Cleveland has a winning record in the second half of the season.

DALLAS COWBOYS: EZEKIEL ELLIOTT, RB

The Cowboys offense didn't really get going until Amari Cooper was acquired, but Elliott was the one constant for the entire season. Through Week 16, the Pro Bowl running back led the league in rushing and averaged 4.7 yards per carry. He's also been a huge part of the passing game with 77 receptions.

DENVER BRONCOS: PHILLIP LINDSAY, RB

Denver's quarterback play was subpar for yet another year, but Lindsay was a huge bright spot on offense. The undrafted rookie had more than 1,200 yards from scrimmage despite starting only eight games through Week 16.

DETROIT LIONS: JARRAD DAVIS, LB

Detroit's offense stagnated this season, but the defense showed flashes. Second-year linebacker Davis has developed into a star, leading the team in tackles and adding five sacks in his first 15 games.

GREEN BAY PACKERS: AARON RODGERS, QB

Even in a down year, there's no doubt about the MVP of the Packers. Playing through multiple injuries, Rodgers had an amazing 25/2 TD/INT through Week 16. He also led the team through multiple key injuries on offense.

HOUSTON TEXANS: DESHAUN WATSON, QB

Returning from a torn ACL, Watson led the Texans offense with an outstanding 8.4 yards per pass attempt and 26/9 TD/INT in his first 15 games, adding 485 yards rushing. He's the quarterback the organization has been missing to make a leap forward.

INDIANAPOLIS COLTS: ANDREW LUCK, QB

Returning from a serious shoulder injury, Luck had the Colts back in the playoff hunt this year. He's a legitimate NFL MVP candidate more than 4,300 yards passing and 36 touchdowns through 15 games.

JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS: CALAIS CAMPBELL, DE

The Jaguars were a mess this season, though the defense still easily ranked in the top 10 in points and yards allowed. Like last year, it all started up front with Campbell. Through Week 16, he had 65 tackles and led the team with nine sacks.

LOS ANGELES CHARGERS: PHILIP RIVERS, QB

Rivers is having arguably his best season at age 37. The Chargers quarterback has 4,132 passing yards and 31 touchdowns through 15 games, leading his team back to the playoffs.

LOS ANGELES RAMS: TODD GURLEY, RB

Gurley has been the centerpiece of one of the league's top offenses again. Through Week 16, he led the league with 21 touchdowns and had 1,831 yards from scrimmage. On a team with numerous stars, Gurley leads the way.

MINNESOTA VIKINGS: KIRK COUSINS, QB

Cousins' impact in his first year with the Vikings wasn't as great as expected, but he still had a good year for a team that needed to make up for a regression on defense. Through Week 16, Cousins completed more than 70 percent of his passes with 4,166 passing yards and 29 touchdowns.

NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS: TOM BRADY, QB

It's clear that age is finally taking a toll on Brady, but he was still the most valuable player on a Patriots team with a lot of injuries. New England won yet another AFC East title, as Brady threw for 4,105 yards and 25 touchdowns in his first 15 games.

NEW ORLEANS SAINTS: DREW BREES, QB

Brees is in contention to win his first MVP Award, showing amazing accuracy this season. Through 15 games, he's completed nearly 75 percent of his passes with 32/5 TD/INT for one of the league's top offenses.

NEW YORK GIANTS: SAQUON BARKLEY, RB

Barkley has been everything the Giants hoped for after being selected second overall in the draft. The rookie could reach 2,000 yards from scrimmage in an offense that has been severely challenged along the offensive line.

NEW YORK JETS: JAMAL ADAMS, S

The Jets have struggled finding consistency on offense, but their defense has fared well at times. 2017 sixth overall draft choice Adams has become the backbone of the defense, second on the team in tackles along with 3.5 sacks, one pick and three forced fumbles through Week 16.

OAKLAND RAIDERS: JARED COOK, TE

The Raiders have been playing for the future this season, but Cook has been their most productive player. The tight end led the team in receptions (65), receiving yards (868) and touchdowns (six) through Week 16.

PHILADELPHIA EAGLES: ZACH ERTZ, TE

While the Eagles have struggled with injuries at quarterback and running back, Ertz has been the team's top receiver. The tight end led the team with 113 receptions (a single-season record for tight ends) for 1,148 yards and eight touchdowns through 15 games.

SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS: GEORGE KITTLE, TE

The 49ers lost key pieces on offense to injuries, including Jimmy Garoppolo, Jerick McKinnon and Pierre Garcon for a significant part of the year. Kittle was their one consistent player, leading the team with 79 receptions for 1,228 yards and adding four scores in his first 15 games.

SEATTLE SEAHAWKS: RUSSELL WILSON, QB

The Seahawks became a run-first team this season, but Wilson had arguably his best year for a supposedly rebuilding team. Through Week 16, he threw for nearly 3,300 yards and had a terrific 34/6 TD/INT.

TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS: MIKE EVANS, WR

The Bucs had two inconsistent quarterbacks this season, but Evans was one of the most productive receivers in the NFL. The star wideout had 80 catches for 1,418 yards and six touchdowns through 15 games.

TENNESSEE TITANS: COREY DAVIS, WR

After losing Delanie Walker in Week 1, the Titans needed to find another No. 1 receiver. Davis emerged for the team, with 60 receptions for 843 yards and four scores in his first 15 games despite consistent quarterback play.

WASHINGTON REDSKINS: ADRIAN PETERSON, RB

With major issues at quarterback late in the year following Alex Smith's serious leg injury, the Redskins were still able to find offense from Peterson. He surpassed 1,000 yards rushing yet again and had eight scores through 15 games.