.NFL Nation, ESPNAug 27, 2024, 07:04 AM ETThe Kansas City Chiefs can create past history this time with the NFL's very first three-peat, an accomplishment that will driven quarterback Patrick Mahomes into the talk of the greatest of all time.ESPN inquired over one hundred NFL players to position quarterbacks according to a range of criteria, including whether Mahomes, chasing his fourth Super Bowl title, is ready to replace Tom Brady as the GOAT. Brady won 7 champions, but he really did not win his 4th until his 15th time. Mahomes is entering his eighth." It's Brady, however if Mahomes three-peats, that's a different account," one AFC South gamer said.The poll, which granted anonymity so the players could answer candidly, asked to rank quarterbacks in the adhering to categories: Best 3 present quarterbacksRookie QB that will have most productive careerMost overrated quarterbackMost belittled quarterbackBiggest trash-talking QBA overall of 103 gamers coming from 25 crews were actually talked to for this job, as well as they were made it possible for to elect their own quarterback. Here are the results.Who is actually the GOAT, and also if it is actually not Mahomes, what does he need to carry out to acquire there?If the concern concerned ability level, Mahomes will win, depending on to many reactions. Even when thinking about general effectiveness, the Chiefs star got his due.PlayoffsBradyMahomesStarts1418W-L12-215-3Rings33Passing TDs2041Interceptions98Passing yards3,2175,135 Completions295456Attempts486672Completion percentage.60.767.9" No disrespect to Tom ... yet I am actually taking Dab," mentioned one NFC South gamer. "Pat can possibly do whatever Tom may do, and also he's mobile." The extensive majority, nevertheless, decided on Brady along with the challenge that Mahomes needs to match or even defeat his variety of bands." Mahomes is on his way, but he is actually not there yet," one more NFC South player mentioned. "You can not disrespect Tom Brady. He has 7 bands." That is actually a very long way to go." One more AFC South player who decided on Brady pointed out: "Mahomes gets on monitor to be the best ever before. He is actually only acquired some of those capabilities that you can't teach."' Right here were the GOAT votes for Brady and Mahomes:1. Brady: (85 )2. Mahomes: (7 )Many various other players obtained votes.Rank the top three current quarterbacksThe choice for No. 1 had not been consentaneous, however many of the players that really did not pick Mahomes with their best option elected him No. 2. Mahomes obtained 87 first-place ballots and 12 for second spot. One player recognized 3 gamers however failed to stand them.The top three spots were weighted, along with No. 1 costing 3 points, No. 2 costing 2 and also No. 3 costing 1. Baltimore Ravens star Lamar Jackson, that is the ruling MVP, received the second-highest point total. Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Shelter completed third.Here are actually the QBs placed as the top 3 and their point totals:1. Mahomes: (291 )2. Jackson: (124 )3. Retreat: (51 )Other leading vote-getters: Buffalo Bills' Josh Allen (39) and also New York Jets' Aaron Rodgers (32 )play2:22 Why Jayden Daniels is actually better installed to be successful than Caleb WilliamsThe "Get Up" staff goes over how rookies Caleb Williams as well as Jayden Daniels are getting in various environments along with the Chicago Bears and Washington Commanders.Which newbie QB will definitely have the best effective career?Only one team features pair of pass receivers that topped 1,000 receiving lawns last period. That crew composed a WR who led the country in getting last year with 1,640 yards.The great quantity of obtaining ability is actually one main reason Caleb Williams is actually anticipated to justify the Chicago Bears making use of the No. 1 pick on him in April." His ceiling is probably the greatest, but you have actually only reached enter the appropriate circumstance," an NFC West player said.Editor's Picks2 RelatedThe Bears have not been a quarterback's "ideal scenario" for generations. Actually, the Bears haven't drafted and cultivated a true franchise business QB considering that Sid Luckman in 1939. Williams' ancestor, Justin Fields, was actually drafted with the 11th pick in 2021 as well as traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers 3 years later on." It is actually Caleb [along with the absolute most promising future], if the Bears figure out what they have," an AFC West player said.The Washington Commanders took Jayden Daniels with the 2nd choice, and he has impressed during the course of training school relevant where he has been called the Full week 1 starter." Daniels is in a really good scenario," an NFC South gamer said. "It's a new ownership group, brand new training personnel as well as a great deal of that is visiting be actually created around him and also what he can possibly do." Daniels will definitely be the starter, however desires for his success will not be actually as higher as they are for Williams." Everybody is actually heading to claim Caleb, however bro, you notice you have actually obtained all that stress," an NFC South gamer pointed out. "There is actually a distinction when you have actually obtained that tension. As well as he put that tension on themself." So, if he doesn't come out listed below like Patrick Mahomes degree, then he's a bust in everyone's eyes." The study was administered just before the Minnesota Vikings' J.J. McCarthy suffered a season-ending knee trauma, yet the actions talk to what a number of gamers strongly believe will be a productive career.Here were the best vote-getters for the rookie QB who are going to have the most prosperous career:1. Williams (34 )2. Daniels (30 )3. McCarthy (10 )Other leading vote-getters: Atlanta Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. (8) and Denver Broncos' Bo Nix (8 )A lot of overrated quarterbackThe three leading vote-getters in this type have actually created 5 Pro Disheses, one Super Dish and pair of championship game games.That indicates a productive QB can likewise be taken into consideration overrated.When voting for Allen, one NFC West player pointed out: "Too many turn overs." Considering that the beginning of the 2008 season, Allen's 102 turn overs lead the NFL. The Detroit Lions' Jared Goff is actually second along with 96, and also the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Cook Mayfield is actually 3rd along with 91, depending on to ESPN Stats & Information.Allen has actually created 2 Pro Containers and also assisted lead the Bills to five postseason quotes, including an AFC Championship Game, in his 6 years.Philadelphia's Jalen Harms has actually gone even better, helping lead the Eagles to the Super Bowl pair of years back. However, he additionally is actually looked at by some as not living up to the buzz." Just how hard is it to toss jump balls to A.J. Brown or DeVonta Smith?" asked an NFC East player. "And their strict edge [Dallas Goedert] is actually really good." The Miami Dolphins are actually hoping it was actually a mistake that Tua Tagovailoa was actually recommended right into this classification after the team authorized him to the richest arrangement in franchise business history-- four years, $212.4 million.Here were the best vote-getters for the most overrated quarterback:1. Allen (11 )T2. Injures (10 )T2. Tagovailoa (10 )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 )Even with unexpected results at the start of his job, 49ers QB Brock Purdy continues to be actually underrated, according to his peers. Tony Ding/Icon SportswireMost undervalued quarterbackThe initially NFL label attached to Purdy was actually "Mr. Irrelevant," for being actually the final pick of the 2022 draft. The upcoming label was "game supervisor," for not being as fancy as a number of his peers.Now, Purdy may include at the very least an allotment of an additional tag: "The majority of underrated quarterback in the NFL." He and the Los Angeles Rams' Matthew Stafford linked for a lot of votes.Last year, Purdy led the 49ers to a Super Dish and marked the greatest QBR in simply his 2nd season.The 36-year-old Stafford masqueraded 3,965 backyards, 24 goals and 11 interceptions and made his second Pro Bowl while aiding the Rams come back to the playoffs in 2023. He additionally completed sixth in QBR at 63.5. Stafford is entering his 16th time-- after spending his initial 12 along with the Detroit Lions." When you go to the level he's gone to for such a long time, individuals take it for granted a little bit," an NFC West player stated of Stafford. "And residing in Detroit, perhaps the market place for the focus had not been really there certainly." Since he's in L.A. for a few years, with any luck that market catches up with the talent that he has." Below were actually the leading vote-getters for the 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 best vote-getters: Herbert (6 ), Dallas Cowboys' Dak Prescott (4 ), Jackson (4 ), Harms (4) as well as Tagovailoa (4 )Largest trash-talking quarterbackTo some of his peers, Allen is among the leading 3 quarterbacks in the game. To others, he is overselled as a result of the amount of turn overs he dedicates. And also to a pack ballot within this group, he is actually the largest trash-talking QB in the rank." He's visiting operate you over and also talk trash after he manages you over," one NFC East player said.Allen beat Mayfield and also Rodgers as the biggest junk talkers.Best of NFL Nation u2022 Rams' Verse, Fiske: Pals coming from college to NFL u2022 Chargers' K, LS possess enviable camp programs u2022 Cowboys' rookie pound Marist Liufau gaining count on u2022 Packers Van Ness, Wyatt all set to take next measure u2022 Jets self-assured concerning NFL's youngest RB area." [Rodgers] recognizes what you are actually heading to perform prior to you perform it, so he possesses those thoughts video games," an NFC West gamer stated. "He ventures out there as well as he'll only look at you, and also you don't know what to accomplish. Like, 'Why are you looking at me?' form of trait." Therefore, more of a mental trash chat." Rodgers doesn't restrict the ridiculing to nonverbal means, as Bears followers will attest. In 2021, while he was a member of the Green Bay Packers, Rodgers hollered "I still have you" at the Soldier Field group after scoring a touchdown. And also he was recognized to make his "discount check" taunt in which he highlighted an imaginary championship belt around his waist.Here were actually the leading vote-getters for the greatest trash-talking QB:1. Allen (26 )2. Mayfield (17 )3. Rodgers (15 )Other best vote-getters: Mahomes (11 ), Shelter (4) and also Houston Texans' C.J. Stroud (4 ).