NFL experts highlight Josh Allen’s rise to No 2 in ESPN rankings as Patrick Mahomes slips in dominance

In the quest for the best NFL quarterback, Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is moving toward overtaking Kansas City Chiefs sensation Patrick Mahomes. Josh Allen received rating No. 2, right behind Mahomes at No.

1 in the most recent ESPN ratings released on July 14. ESPN asks NFL coaches, scouts, and executives yearly to pick the best quarterbacks; Josh Allen keeps climbing the rankings.

Many fans are now wondering, will Josh Allen finally take the top spot next year? As one NFL executive said, “Only thing left to do is win it all.”

Josh Allen rises to No 2 behind Patrick Mahomes in ESPN poll

In this year’s quarterback rankings by ESPN, Josh Allen passed several big names to land just below Patrick Mahomes.

Over 80 experts from inside the league, coaches, team scouts, and front office staff voted for the list.

While Patrick Mahomes kept his No. 1 spot, many voters said he didn’t dominate like in past years. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, Josh Allen has “erased any doubt” with his strong stats last season.Josh Allen rushed for 12 more touchdowns himself in 2024 and threw for more than 3,700 yards, 28 passing touchdowns.

Showing leadership and control on the field, he was a major member of the Bills' playoff run. Patrick Mahomes, while still strong, had a few games where his numbers dipped a bit compared to past seasons.

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Josh Allen earns praise from executives while Patrick Mahomes’ lead looks smaller

A top NFC executive told ESPN, “Josh makes fewer mistakes now, and he’s more careful with the ball. He’s passed every test. All that’s left is winning a Super Bowl.” Josh Allen is now ranked ahead of Joe Burrow and Lamar Jackson, who came in third and fourth.Although Patrick Mahomes still leads, many insiders believe Josh Allen is closing the gap fast. One executive said they even voted Patrick Mahomes fourth, showing how close the race is getting.Patrick Mahomes bested Josh Allen once again in the 2024 AFC Championship Game, bringing his playoff total to 17th. Josh Allen, however, could lead the field in 2026 if he wins more significant games this season, particularly in January.