Through three weeks of the NFL season, a clear theme has emerged: Some of the league’s biggest names are delivering as expected, but plenty of surprises are shaping the early storylines.

Ahead of Week 4, Yardbarker NFL writers identify the MVP for each team so far.

NFC East

DALLAS COWBOYS (1-2) | MVP: RB Javonte William s | Lost in the aftermath of the Dallas trade of Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers is the team's No. 1 running back. Williams has rushed for 227 yards and three touchdowns, averaging 5.3 yards per carry , making him the top rusher in the NFC East. With Williams leading a potent ground game, the offense sometimes can keep pace with teams that exploit Dallas’ porous defense.

NEW YORK GIANTS (0-3) | MVP: OLB Brian Burns | The team's leading pass-rusher

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