Patrick Mahomes beat out by Josh Allen for top QB in annual survey
Josh Allen has overtaken Patrick Mahomes as the top-ranked NFL quarterback in multiple major annual surveys and rankings.
The reporting (5)
- Josh Allen voted the No. 1 in ESPN’s Top 10 quarterback rankings Buffalo Rumblings · 48d ago
- Josh Allen is voted the NFL's top quarterback by AP writers Yahoo Sports · 48d ago
- Josh Allen ranked No. 1 QB by ESPN for 2026: "The most singularly unstoppable player at the position" Buffalo Bills · 48d ago
- NFL coaches and executives say Patrick Mahomes is no longer the best quarterback in the NFL Fox News · 48d ago
- Patrick Mahomes beat out by Josh Allen for top QB in annual survey Arrowhead Pride · 48d ago
The story so far
Josh Allen has been named the number one quarterback in the league following recent rankings from ESPN and a survey of AP writers. This shift in positioning marks a departure from previous rankings that consistently placed Patrick Mahomes at the top spot.
Coverage from outlets including ESPN, Yahoo Sports, Buffalo Rumblings, Fox News, and Arrowhead Pride highlights that the assessment is supported by input from NFL coaches, executives, and writers. Reports note that these groups have shifted their consensus regarding the league's top position.
Observers are looking toward the 2026 NFL season to see how these rankings influence team expectations. Whether this trend continues through the upcoming season remains to be seen as the league prepares for competition.
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The obvious questions
Who ranked Josh Allen as the number one quarterback?
ESPN and a group of AP writers have placed Josh Allen at the top of their rankings for 2026.
What is the consensus among coaches and executives?
According to coverage, NFL coaches and executives have indicated that Patrick Mahomes is no longer considered the best quarterback in the league.
How does this compare to previous years?
Coverage states that Patrick Mahomes has been replaced in the top spot by Josh Allen in this year's annual survey.
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