The concept of 'meaningful games' is often used to justify award decisions, but it can be a flawed metric. Players like Barry Sanders and Calvin Johnson set records and performed at elite levels even when their teams weren't in playoff contention. Discrediting a player's individual achievements solely because their team didn't make the postseason ignores their personal impact and historical significance.
Impact: Medium. This argument pushes back against the 'meaningful games' criterion, advocating for the recognition of individual excellence regardless of team success.
In the source video, this keypoint occurs from 01:27:47 to 01:29:08.
Sources in support: Shawn McVey (Head Coach, Los Angeles Rams), Steve (Producer/Reporter)
Sources against: Rob Parker (Host), Kelvin Washington (Host), Cory Woods (Reporter, M Live), Antonio Daniels (Guest), Rodney (Caller)

