Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen has surpassed Patrick Mahomes as the best quarterback in the NFL, according to an ESPN survey involving NFL executives, coaches, and scouts. This annual poll has placed Allen at the forefront, crediting him with a 2.10 average ranking on ballots, which helped him edge out Mahomes, despite Allen’s first-place clip being slightly lower than Mahomes’.
One NFL general manager commented on Allen’s achievements, emphasizing his unique position as the only player in NFL history with at least 200 passing touchdowns and 50 rushing touchdowns. Mahomes, previously ranked first, now takes the second spot, followed by Matthew Stafford, Joe Burrow, and Lamar Jackson to complete the top five.
Allen’s jump to the number one spot stirs controversy among sports media outlets, many of which have criticized Allen in the past. Critics often highlight Allen’s lack of playoff wins over Mahomes and fewer Super Bowl titles. Yet, the survey measures present capabilities, not legacy.
In comparing performance from 2023 to 2025, data shows Allen has tallied 11,705 passing yards, 82 passing touchdowns, 34 interceptions, and a 98.6 passer rating, while Mahomes has recorded 11,698 passing yards, 75 passing touchdowns, 36 interceptions, and a 91.9 passer rating. Allen outshines in both productivity and efficiency.
Allen’s considerable edge in rushing, with 41 touchdowns in the past three seasons compared to Mahomes’ seven, highlights his versatility. This gives Allen 123 total touchdowns, whereas Mahomes has 82.
The ongoing debate resembles the historic comparison between Tom Brady and Peyton Manning, where Mahomes holds the accolades, but Allen displays consistent weekly gameplay.
There’s ongoing debate about the surrounding talent for both quarterbacks. While Allen benefits from a robust running game and strong offensive line, Mahomes has an esteemed coach like Andy Reid. Notably, Sharp Football Analysis ranked the Bills’ offensive line third, whereas the Chiefs are at 23rd. In contrast, Bills’ running back James Cook led the league in rushing with over 1,600 yards, while the Chiefs’ Kareem Hunt had 611 rushing yards.
Despite criticisms, especially from analysts who often make it about race, insiders who evaluate football consistently place Allen on par with Mahomes. As we head into the 2026 season, Allen stands as the slightly better quarterback.
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