19/05/2026
The 2026 MVP Race Is Heating Up in the CMFL
Written by Coach C - SemiPro GameDay
The halfway point of the 2026 Central Midwest Football League season has officially arrived, and one thing is crystal clear .....the race for the SemiPro GameDay CMFL MVP is absolutely loaded with game-changers.
Through five weeks of brutal battles, statement wins, rivalries, and national-level performances, these five stars have separated themselves from the pack and become the faces of the CMFL championship hunt.
From undefeated contenders to explosive offenses and takeover performances, every player on this list has forced opposing teams to change their entire game plan the moment they step onto the field.
1. Keante Green, QB — St. Joe Bucks
Right now, the heartbeat of the St. Joe Bucks runs through Keante Green.
The dynamic playmaker has been one of the biggest reasons why the Bucks remain one of the most dangerous and respected teams in the entire league. Week after week, Green has delivered explosive moments, clutch drives, and game-altering plays against elite competition.
What separates him in this MVP race is his ability to rise in the biggest moments.
Whether it’s extending drives with his legs, attacking defenses vertically, or controlling the pace of the game, Green has become the engine behind one of the CMFL’s top contenders.
The Bucks have looked physical, disciplined, and explosive all season long and Keante Green has been at the center of it all.
2. Lerenzo Fagan Jr., DE — Tulsa Gators
The Tulsa Gators have looked like a machine in 2026, and Lerenzo Fagan Jr. has been one of the biggest reasons why.
Tulsa’s defensive dominance has been built on speed, ex*****on, and relentless pressure, and Fagan has consistently delivered impact performances that keep the Gators firmly in the championship conversation.
The Gators are not just winning games.... they are overwhelming teams. Fagan’s ability to create mismatches and generate pressure has made Tulsa one of the most feared teams in the country.
Every week, he continues to prove he belongs among the elite players in The CMFL.
3. Aason Cross, QB — Joplin Crusaders
Few players in the CMFL have been more electric than Aason Cross.
The Joplin Crusaders quarterback has transformed “The Fastest Show On Turf” into one of the most explosive offenses in the league.
His ability to stretch defenses, create off-script, and put up massive production has made Joplin a nightmare matchup for opponents.
Cross has delivered MVP-caliber moments all season long, including huge performances against ranked opponents and dominant offensive showcases that have kept the Crusaders among the CMFL elite.
When Joplin gets rolling offensively, it usually starts with The Ace.
4. Garyeon Simpson — St. Joe Bucks
You can’t talk about the St. Joe Bucks without mentioning The Bear Killer, Garyeon Simpson.
The Bucks have built one of the most balanced and dangerous rosters in the CMFL, and Simpson has been a major reason why. His consistency, speed, and ability to impact games have made him invaluable.
While defenses focus heavily on slowing down St. Joe’s offense, Simpson continues to find ways to make winning plays.
That kind of production on a championship-caliber team is exactly what keeps a player firmly in the MVP conversation.
5. Jordan Ragsdale, DL — Kansas City Panthers
The undefeated Kansas City Panthers continue to stack wins, and Jordan Ragsdale has emerged as one of the key leaders behind their success.
The Panthers have made their name through physical football, elite defense, and clutch ex*****on in high-pressure moments. Ragsdale has embodied that identity all season long.
Kansas City’s massive Week 5 win over the Missouri Cyclones only strengthened the Panthers’ case as the top team in the league, and Ragsdale’s continued production has made him impossible to ignore in the MVP race.
When the lights get brightest, the Panthers trust The Menace to deliver.
🥋The Race Is Far From Over
What makes this MVP race special is that every single contender still has massive games ahead.
Championship implications, rivalry games, playoff positioning, and head-to-head matchups are all still waiting on the schedule. In the CMFL, legacies are built in the second half of the season.
The question now becomes:
Who can continue dominating when the pressure rises?
Because in this league, statistics matter…
But moments matter more.
