.NFL Nation, ESPNAug 27, 2024, 07:04 AM ETThe Kansas City Chiefs may make history this time along with the NFL's 1st three-peat, an achievement that will propelled quarterback Patrick Mahomes into the conversation of the greatest of all time.ESPN talked to over 100 NFL players to position quarterbacks depending on to an assortment of standards, featuring whether Mahomes, chasing his fourth Super Bowl headline, is ready to supplant Tom Brady as the GOAT. Brady won 7 championships, however he really did not succeed his 4th until his 15th period. Mahomes is actually entering his eighth." It is actually Brady, but if Mahomes three-peats, that is actually a different tale," one AFC South player said.The poll, which approved privacy so the players could react openly, asked to position quarterbacks in the complying with types: Leading three existing quarterbacksRookie QB that will certainly have most successful careerMost overselled quarterbackMost belittled quarterbackBiggest trash-talking QBA total of 103 gamers from 25 groups were actually spoken with for this job, and they were made it possible for to elect their personal quarterback. Right here are the results.Who is the GOAT, as well as if it is actually certainly not Mahomes, what does he must perform to get there?If the inquiry had to do with ability degree, Mahomes would certainly succeed, according to numerous responses. Also when thinking about total achievement, the Chiefs superstar obtained his due.PlayoffsBradyMahomesStarts1418W-L12-215-3Rings33Passing TDs2041Interceptions98Passing yards3,2175,135 Completions295456Attempts486672Completion percentage.60.767.9" No irreverence to Tom ... yet I'm taking Dab," stated one NFC South player. "Pat can do every little thing Tom can possibly do, and he is actually mobile." The vast large number, having said that, chose Brady along with the difficulty that Mahomes has to match or trump his lot of rings." Mahomes performs his method, however he is actually not there however," another NFC South gamer pointed out. "You can not disrespect Tom Brady. He has seven rings." That is actually a long way to go." Another AFC South player that decided on Brady stated: "Mahomes is on track to become the most ideal ever. He's just got a number of those abilities that you can not educate."' Listed here were actually the GOAT choose Brady as well as Mahomes:1. Brady: (85 )2. Mahomes: (7 )A number of various other gamers obtained votes.Rank the best 3 current quarterbacksThe choice for No. 1 wasn't unanimous, however most of the gamers that really did not pick Mahomes along with their leading option voted him No. 2. Mahomes got 87 first-place ballots and also 12 for 2nd place. One gamer selected three gamers yet really did not rank them.The leading 3 areas were weighted, along with No. 1 costing 3 points, No. 2 being worth 2 and also No. 3 deserving 1. Baltimore Ravens star Lamar Jackson, who is actually the ruling MVP, received the second-highest aspect total amount. Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Lair completed third.Here are actually the QBs positioned as the best three as well as their factor completes:1. Mahomes: (291 )2. Jackson: (124 )3. Burrow: (51 )Other best vote-getters: Buffalo grass Bills' Josh Allen (39) and The Big Apple Jets' Aaron Rodgers (32 )play2:22 Why Jayden Daniels is better positioned to succeed than Caleb WilliamsThe "Rise" crew goes over just how rookies Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels are actually entering various settings along with the Chicago Bears as well as Washington Commanders.Which novice QB will definitely possess the absolute most effective career?Only one team includes 2 pass receivers who topped 1,000 getting yards last season. That crew drafted a WR who led the nation in getting in 2014 with 1,640 yards.The wealth of getting talent is actually one explanation Caleb Williams is anticipated to justify the Chicago Bears utilizing the No. 1 pick on him in April." His roof is actually perhaps the greatest, but you have actually only reached get in the right situation," an NFC West player said.Editor's Picks2 RelatedThe Bears have actually certainly not been a quarterback's "appropriate scenario" for creations. Actually, the Bears have not drafted and cultivated an accurate franchise business QB since Sid Luckman in 1939. Williams' predecessor, Justin Area, was prepared along with the 11th pick in 2021 as well as traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers 3 years later." It's Caleb [along with one of the most appealing potential], if the Bears identify what they have," an AFC West player said.The Washington Commanders took Jayden Daniels with the 2nd pick, as well as he has blown away throughout training camp to the point where he has been actually called the Full week 1 starter." Daniels resides in a really good scenario," an NFC South gamer claimed. "It's a brand new ownership team, brand new coaching workers and a lot of that is actually heading to be constructed around him and what he can possibly do." Daniels is going to be the starter, however expectations for his effectiveness will not be as higher as they are actually for Williams." Everybody is actually mosting likely to mention Caleb, however brother, you notice you have actually obtained the only thing that tension," an NFC South player claimed. "There is actually a difference when you have actually obtained that tension. As well as he placed that pressure on himself." So, if he doesn't come out below like Patrick Mahomes level, at that point he's an arrive everyone's eyes." The study was actually conducted prior to the Minnesota Vikings' J.J. McCarthy endured a season-ending leg personal injury, however the responses speak with what many gamers think will certainly be actually a prosperous career.Here were the top vote-getters for the newbie QB that will definitely possess the most effective job:1. Williams (34 )2. Daniels (30 )3. McCarthy (10 )Other best vote-getters: Atlanta georgia Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. (8) and also Denver Broncos' Bo Nix (8 )Many overrated quarterbackThe 3 best vote-getters in this category have actually created five Pro Bowls, one Super Bowl and also two conference championship games.That means a prosperous QB can also be actually taken into consideration overrated.When ballot for Allen, one NFC West player said: "A lot of turnovers." Given that the beginning of the 2008 period, Allen's 102 turnovers lead the NFL. The Detroit Lions' Jared Goff is second with 96, as well as the Tampa Fl Bay Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield is actually 3rd with 91, according to ESPN Stats & Information.Allen has made 2 Pro Disheses and also assisted direct the Bills to 5 postseason bids, consisting of an AFC National championship, in his six years.Philadelphia's Jalen Hurts has gone also better, assisting lead the Eagles to the Super Bowl two years ago. However, he likewise is actually watched by some as certainly not living up to the hype." How hard is it to toss jump balls to A.J. Brown or even DeVonta Johnson?" asked an NFC East player. "And also their strict end [Dallas Goedert] is really good." The Miami Dolphins are actually hoping it was an oversight that Tua Tagovailoa was actually voted into this type after the crew authorized him to the wealthiest arrangement in franchise business past-- 4 years, $212.4 million.Here were the leading vote-getters for the very most overrated quarterback:1. Allen (11 )T2. Harms (10 )T2. Tagovailoa (10 )Various other best vote-getters: Los Angeles Chargers' Justin Herbert (9 ), Jacksonville Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence (8 ), Cleveland Browns' Deshaun Watson (7 ), Arizona Cardinals' Kyler Murray (6) as well as San Francisco 49ers' Brock Purdy (6 )Despite unanticipated excellence at the start of his occupation, 49ers QB Brock Purdy continues to be underrated, depending on to his peers. Tony Ding/Icon SportswireMost undervalued quarterbackThe to begin with NFL label attached to Purdy was actually "Mr. Irrelevant," for being the final choice of the 2022 draft. The upcoming label was actually "video game manager," for not being as showy as some of his peers.Now, Purdy can include at least an allotment of another label: "The majority of underrated quarterback in the NFL." He and also the Los Angeles Rams' Matthew Stafford linked for most votes.Last year, Purdy led the 49ers to a Super Bowl and notched the most ideal QBR in simply his 2nd season.The 36-year-old Stafford masqueraded 3,965 lawns, 24 touchdowns and 11 interceptions and also made his second Pro Dish while helping the Rams return to the playoffs in 2023. He additionally ended up sixth in QBR at 63.5. Stafford is actually entering his 16th time-- after spending his initial 12 along with the Detroit Lions." When you're at the amount he is actually been at for such a long time, individuals take it for provided a small amount," an NFC West player said of Stafford. "As well as residing in Detroit, perhaps the marketplace for the interest wasn't truly there certainly." Since he resides in L.A. for a few years, perhaps that market overtakes the talent that he possesses." Listed here were actually the top vote-getters for the very most underrated quarterback: T1. Purdy (14 )T1. Stafford (14 )T3. Atlanta Ga Falcons' Kirk Cousins (7 )T3. Cougars' Jared Goff (7 )T3. Veggie Bay Packers' Jordan Love (7 )T3. Carolina Panthers' Bryce Youthful (7 )Various other top vote-getters: Herbert (6 ), Dallas Cowboys' Dak Prescott (4 ), Jackson (4 ), Hurts (4) and also Tagovailoa (4 )Largest trash-talking quarterbackTo a number of his peers, Allen is just one of the leading three quarterbacks in the league. To others, he is actually exaggerated due to how many turnovers he commits. As well as to a plurality ballot in this category, he's the most significant trash-talking QB in the rank." He is actually visiting operate you over and also talk rubbish after he operates you over," one NFC East player said.Allen trumped Mayfield and Rodgers as the greatest rubbish talkers.Best of NFL Nation u2022 Rams' Knowledgeable, Fiske: Pals coming from university to NFL u2022 Chargers' K, LS have enviable camp schedules u2022 Cowboys' newbie pound Marist Liufau getting trust fund u2022 Packers Truck Ness, Wyatt ready to take next action u2022 Planes positive about NFL's youngest RB area." [Rodgers] understands what you're heading to do before you perform it, therefore he possesses those mind games," an NFC West player said. "He gets out there certainly as well as he'll merely look at you, and you do not understand what to accomplish. Like, 'Why are you staring at me?' sort of factor." Therefore, additional of an intellectual trash speak." Rodgers does not confine the teasing to nonverbal means, as Bears enthusiasts will attest. In 2021, while he was a member of the Eco-friendly Gulf Packers, Rodgers hollered "I still possess you" at the Soldier Industry group after scoring a touchdown. As well as he was understood to make his "discount rate check" tease through which he highlighted an imaginary champion belt around his waist.Here were the top vote-getters for the most significant trash-talking QB:1. Allen (26 )2. Mayfield (17 )3. Rodgers (15 )Various other top vote-getters: Mahomes (11 ), Den (4) and Houston Texans' C.J. Stroud (4 ).