.NFL Nation, ESPNAug 27, 2024, 07:04 AM ETThe Kansas Area Chiefs may make record this period with the NFL's very first three-peat, a success that would certainly thrust quarterback Patrick Mahomes into the talk of the greatest of all time.ESPN inquired over one hundred NFL gamers to position quarterbacks depending on to a wide array of standards, featuring whether Mahomes, chasing his fourth Super Dish title, prepares to supplant Tom Brady as the GOAT. Brady succeeded 7 champions, however he didn't gain his fourth up until his 15th time. Mahomes is actually entering his eighth." It's Brady, but if Mahomes three-peats, that's a various tale," one AFC South player said.The study, which gave privacy so the gamers can answer openly, asked them to place quarterbacks in the adhering to categories: Top 3 current quarterbacksRookie QB that will definitely have most successful careerMost exaggerated quarterbackMost belittled quarterbackBiggest trash-talking QBA total amount of 103 gamers from 25 groups were spoken with for this project, as well as they were allowed to elect their own quarterback. Below are the results.Who is actually the GOAT, and if it is actually not Mahomes, what does he must do to receive there?If the question were about ability degree, Mahomes would certainly win, according to a number of feedbacks. Even when taking into consideration total achievement, the Chiefs star obtained his due.PlayoffsBradyMahomesStarts1418W-L12-215-3Rings33Passing TDs2041Interceptions98Passing yards3,2175,135 Completions295456Attempts486672Completion pct.60.767.9" No disrespect to Tom ... however I'm taking Pat," mentioned one NFC South player. "Pat may do everything Tom can possibly do, as well as he's mobile phone." The extensive bulk, nevertheless, picked Brady along with the challenge that Mahomes must match or defeat his lot of bands." Mahomes is on his technique, yet he is actually not there however," one more NFC South gamer pointed out. "You can not disrespect Tom Brady. He possesses seven rings." That is actually a very long way to go." An additional AFC South player who decided on Brady claimed: "Mahomes performs monitor to become the most ideal ever. He's merely acquired some of those skills that you can't show."' Right here were actually the GOAT elect Brady and Mahomes:1. Brady: (85 )2. Mahomes: (7 )Several other gamers got votes.Rank the best three present quarterbacksThe selection for No. 1 wasn't consentaneous, yet the majority of the players that failed to select Mahomes along with their best choice voted him No. 2. Mahomes acquired 87 first-place ballots and also 12 for 2nd place. One player named 3 players but failed to rank them.The top three spots were actually weighted, with No. 1 being worth 3 points, No. 2 being worth 2 and also No. 3 deserving 1. Baltimore Ravens star Lamar Jackson, who is the reigning MVP, received the second-highest point total. Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow ended up third.Here are actually the QBs ranked as the leading three and their point totals:1. Mahomes: (291 )2. Jackson: (124 )3. Retreat: (51 )Other top vote-getters: Buffalo Expenses' Josh Allen (39) as well as New York Planes' Aaron Rodgers (32 )play2:22 Why Jayden Daniels is a lot better installed to be successful than Caleb WilliamsThe "Get out of bed" staff talks about exactly how novices Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels are actually getting in different environments along with the Chicago Bears and Washington Commanders.Which newbie QB will possess the most effective career?Only one group includes two pass receivers who beat 1,000 obtaining gardens final time. That crew made a WR who led the country in obtaining last year with 1,640 yards.The great quantity of receiving talent is one main reason Caleb Williams is actually counted on to validate the Chicago Bears utilizing the No. 1 tease him in April." His roof is actually probably the highest, but you have actually only reached get inside the best circumstance," an NFC West gamer said.Editor's Picks2 RelatedThe Bears have actually not been a quarterback's "ideal condition" for creations. As a matter of fact, the Bears have not drafted and also created a true franchise QB considering that Sid Luckman in 1939. Williams' ancestor, Justin Specialization, was made along with the 11th pick in 2021 and traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers three years later on." It is actually Caleb [along with the absolute most promising potential], if the Bears figure out what they have," an AFC West gamer said.The Washington Commanders took Jayden Daniels along with the 2nd selection, and he has actually blown away during the course of training camp relevant where he has actually been actually called the Full week 1 starter." Daniels resides in an excellent condition," an NFC South gamer pointed out. "It is actually a brand new possession group, brand new coaching staff as well as a great deal of that is actually going to be built around him and what he may do." Daniels will be actually the starter, but desires for his excellence won't be actually as high as they are for Williams." Everyone is mosting likely to claim Caleb, however brother, you understand you've obtained everything pressure," an NFC South gamer mentioned. "There's a variation when you have actually obtained that pressure. As well as he placed that pressure on himself." So, if he doesn't appear below like Patrick Mahomes level, after that he is actually an arrive everybody's eyes." The poll was conducted just before the Minnesota Vikings' J.J. McCarthy experienced a season-ending knee trauma, yet the reactions contact what a number of gamers think are going to be actually a prosperous career.Here were the best vote-getters for the rookie QB who will have the best prosperous occupation:1. Williams (34 )2. Daniels (30 )3. McCarthy (10 )Various other top vote-getters: Atlanta ga Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. (8) as well as Denver Broncos' Bo Nix (8 )Most overrated quarterbackThe 3 leading vote-getters in this category have made five Pro Bowls, one Super Bowl and also pair of championship game games.That indicates a prosperous QB can easily likewise be actually looked at overrated.When voting for Allen, one NFC West player claimed: "Too many turnovers." Because the beginning of the 2008 period, Allen's 102 turnovers lead the NFL. The Detroit Lions' Jared Goff is second with 96, and the Tampa Fl Bay Buccaneers' Cook Mayfield is actually 3rd with 91, depending on to ESPN Stats & Information.Allen has made pair of Pro Containers and also assisted guide the Bills to 5 postseason bids, featuring an AFC National championship, in his 6 years.Philadelphia's Jalen Hurts has gone even additionally, aiding lead the Eagles to the Super Dish two years ago. However, he additionally is actually checked out by some as not measuring up to the hype." Just how difficult is it to throw dive balls to A.J. Brown or even DeVonta Johnson?" inquired an NFC East player. "And their limited end [Dallas Goedert] is definitely excellent." The Miami Dolphins are actually wishing it was actually an oversight that Tua Tagovailoa was actually voted in to this group after the team signed him to the wealthiest contract in franchise past-- 4 years, $212.4 million.Here were the top vote-getters for the most overrated quarterback:1. Allen (11 )T2. Harms (10 )T2. Tagovailoa (10 )Various other top 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 )Regardless of unforeseen success at the start of his job, 49ers QB Brock Purdy remains to be underrated, according to his peers. Tony Ding/Icon SportswireMost undervalued quarterbackThe to begin with NFL tag affixed to Purdy was actually "Mr. Irrelevant," for being actually the last selection of the 2022 draft. The upcoming tag was actually "activity manager," for not being as fancy as some of his peers.Now, Purdy can incorporate at least a portion of one more tag: "Most underrated quarterback in the NFL." He and also the Los Angeles Rams' Matthew Stafford linked for many votes.Last year, Purdy led the 49ers to a Super Dish as well as notched the most ideal QBR in just his 2nd season.The 36-year-old Stafford masqueraded 3,965 gardens, 24 touchdowns and also 11 interceptions and created his 2nd Pro Dish while assisting the Rams return to the playoffs in 2023. He additionally completed sixth in QBR at 63.5. Stafford is actually entering his 16th season-- after spending his very first 12 along with the Detroit Lions." When you're at the level he's gone to for so long, people take it for given a bit," an NFC West player claimed of Stafford. "As well as being in Detroit, possibly the marketplace for the interest wasn't definitely there." Once he resides in L.A. for a few years, perhaps that market catches up with the skill that he possesses." Here were actually the best vote-getters for the most underrated quarterback: T1. Purdy (14 )T1. Stafford (14 )T3. Atlanta Falcons' Kirk Cousins (7 )T3. Lions' Jared Goff (7 )T3. Green Gulf Packers' Jordan Passion (7 )T3. Carolina Panthers' Bryce Youthful (7 )Other leading vote-getters: Herbert (6 ), Dallas Cowboys' Dak Prescott (4 ), Jackson (4 ), Injures (4) and Tagovailoa (4 )Greatest trash-talking quarterbackTo a number of his peers, Allen is one of the leading three quarterbacks in the game. To others, he is actually exaggerated due to how many turn overs he dedicates. And also to a pack voting in this category, he is actually the most significant trash-talking QB in the category." He is actually heading to operate you over and also chat trash after he runs you over," one NFC East gamer said.Allen trumped Mayfield as well as Rodgers as the biggest junk talkers.Best of NFL Country u2022 Rams' Knowledgeable, Fiske: Friends coming from university to NFL u2022 Chargers' K, LS have respectable camp schedules u2022 Cowboys' novice LB Marist Liufau earning count on u2022 Packers Truck Ness, Wyatt ready to take next step u2022 Jets confident about NFL's youngest RB area." [Rodgers] recognizes what you're visiting do before you do it, therefore he has those mind games," an NFC West gamer pointed out. "He gets out certainly there and also he'll simply stare at you, as well as you do not recognize what to accomplish. Like, 'Why are you looking at me?' type of point." Thus, more of an intellectual rubbish speak." Rodgers doesn't restrict the taunting to nonverbal ways, as Bears followers are going to testify. In 2021, while he was a member of the Eco-friendly Bay Packers, Rodgers screamed "I still possess you" at the Soldier Area crowd after scoring a touchdown. And he was actually recognized to make his "price cut check" tease in which he highlighted an imaginary champion waistband around his waist.Here were actually the best vote-getters for the largest trash-talking QB:1. Allen (26 )2. Mayfield (17 )3. Rodgers (15 )Various other leading vote-getters: Mahomes (11 ), Lair (4) and Houston Texans' C.J. Stroud (4 ).