Josh Allen Overtakes Patrick Mahomes in Latest QB Rankings

Josh Allen has taken the top spot in the latest quarterback rankings, overtaking Patrick Mahomes. The Buffalo Bills quarterback's impressive 2025 season, which saw him throw for 3,668 yards and 25 touchdowns, has earned him the top spot.

What happened?

According to ESPN, Mahomes had topped the same list three times before, but this year, Allen's average ranking per ballot stood at 2.10, allowing him to take the crown from Mahomes. Mahomes had gotten more first-place votes than Allen, but the Bills quarterback's consistent performance earned him the top spot.

Why it matters for Josh Allen

Allen's rise to the top of the quarterback rankings is a testament to his hard work and dedication to his craft. His impressive 2025 season has shown that he is one of the best quarterbacks in the league, and he will look to continue his success in the upcoming season.

What comes next?

Mahomes has accepted his new ranking, saying "Yeah, I mean, you understand it." He acknowledged that his injury and a weak offense had forced others to rank Allen higher. Mahomes is focused on getting healthy and getting back on the field, where his play will speak for itself.

The Chiefs' struggles to run effectively in recent years have camouflaged Mahomes' greatness, according to an NFL personnel director. The team's receiver trio of Xavier Worthy, Rashee Rice, and Hollywood Brown never blossomed into a consistent threat. Mahomes' injury and a weak supporting cast have forced him to drop in the rankings.

Allen, on the other hand, has made his case pretty easy to see. He threw for 3,668 yards and 25 touchdowns last year, putting up a 102.2 passer rating. He also picked up his fourth Pro Bowl selection. One league general manager told ESPN that Allen's mix of playmaking skill and cleaner decision-making ultimately made him the league's top quarterback heading into 2026.

Mahomes has three Super Bowl rings, while Allen has none. But for now, the rankings say what they say, and Mahomes isn't the type to pretend otherwise. Right now, his focus is simpler: get healthy, get back on the field, and let his play do the talking again.

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