Patrick Mahomes beat out by Josh Allen for top QB in annual survey
Josh Allen has overtaken Patrick Mahomes as the NFL's top-ranked quarterback in recent annual surveys.
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The brief
Josh Allen has been voted the number one quarterback in the NFL according to AP writers and ESPN's Top 10 rankings for 2026. This shift marks a change in the top spot, as Patrick Mahomes was beat out by Allen in the annual survey.
Coverage from ESPN describes Allen as the most singularly unstoppable player at the position. Additionally, Fox News reports that NFL coaches and executives state Mahomes is no longer the best quarterback in the league.
Future attention remains on how these rankings translate to the 2026 season following the assessments from AP writers, ESPN, and league executives.
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Quick answers
Who was voted the top quarterback for 2026?
Josh Allen was voted the top quarterback by AP writers and in ESPN's Top 10 rankings.
How was Josh Allen described in the ESPN rankings?
He was described as the most singularly unstoppable player at the position.
What is the sentiment regarding Patrick Mahomes?
According to Fox News, NFL coaches and executives say Mahomes is no longer the best quarterback in the NFL.
Coverage (5)
- Josh Allen voted the No. 1 in ESPN’s Top 10 quarterback rankings Buffalo Rumblings · 1d ago
- Josh Allen is voted the NFL's top quarterback by AP writers Yahoo Sports · 1d ago
- Josh Allen ranked No. 1 QB by ESPN for 2026: "The most singularly unstoppable player at the position" Buffalo Bills · 1d ago
- NFL coaches and executives say Patrick Mahomes is no longer the best quarterback in the NFL Fox News · 1d ago
- Patrick Mahomes beat out by Josh Allen for top QB in annual survey Arrowhead Pride · 1d ago
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