Tom Brady on Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson: ‘I don’t love predictions and hypothesizing’ about first Super Bowl win

When it comes to forecasting which NFL quarterback could next capture their first Super Bowl, Tom Brady isn’t taking the bait. The seven-time Super Bowl champion recently joined The Joel Klatt Show and was asked to weigh in on elite passers still chasing the elusive Lombardi Trophy — including Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow, Justin Herbert, Jayden Daniels, and C.J.

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Tom Brady avoids picking between Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson

Host Joel Klatt highlighted Allen and Jackson as obvious frontrunners based on their accolades and playoff runs. Both quarterbacks have reached championship contention, earned MVP honors, and led explosive offenses. Still, Brady wasn’t willing to name a favorite.“Most people would say Lamar or Josh because they’ve been the closest — championship games, MVPs, they have the highest expectation,” Brady explained.

“Football’s different. It's like every year you start right at the bottom with everyone else. And I don't love predictions and hypothesizing because it's up to them.”

Josh Allen’s Super Bowl quest with the Buffalo Bills

Josh Allen heads into the 2025 NFL season with an impressive résumé — the 2024 NFL MVP award, a long-term extension with the Buffalo Bills, and another strong playoff appearance.Yet, as showcased on Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Buffalo Bills, Allen remains focused on winning Buffalo’s first Super Bowl in franchise history.

Personal milestones, he admitted, will never compare to lifting the Lombardi Trophy.

Lamar Jackson’s championship hopes with Baltimore Ravens

For Lamar Jackson, the 2025 campaign marks his eighth NFL season, and the Baltimore Ravens’ star is still in his prime. Already a two-time MVP, Jackson isn’t interested in making bold February proclamations. Instead, he’s focused on refining the Ravens’ offense and building chemistry with key additions, including veteran wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins.Also Read: Colts get good news as Kenny Moore II likely avoids serious injury amid secondary crisisWhile Brady avoided naming a definitive “next in line,” he did hint at the qualities he believes are non-negotiable for championship success: relentless preparation, leadership under pressure, and the ability to reset after setbacks. For now, Allen, Jackson, and the other contenders will have to prove they can turn potential into history. In Brady’s view, that journey can’t be forecasted; it has to be earned, one grueling season at a time.