After Discrediting Patrick Mahomes, Jordan Poyer Declared “Loud, Wrong, and Disloyal” by NFL Analyst

The loyalty of a teammate can sometimes cloud objective judgment, and Jordan Poyer found himself in the eye of a similar storm. During Micah Hyde’s charity softball game in Buffalo, the former Bills safety boldly proclaimed, “You’ve got the best quarterback in the league.”

This declaration, a nod to his former teammate Josh Allen, sparked an immediate firestorm, with NFL analyst Nick Wright pulling no punches, labeling Poyer “loud, wrong, and disloyal.”

Wright’s scathing critique cut deep, as he highlighted the dissonance between Poyer’s words and the cold, hard facts. “If you say anyone other than Patrick Mahomes is the best quarterback in football right now, you’re wrong..it’s very harmful for Jordan Poyer’s future as an analyst if he wants to be one,” Wright stated on First Things First.

Mahomes‘ résumé speaks for itself: three Super Bowl victories, three Super Bowl MVPs, and two NFL MVPs, a level of sustained excellence that has cemented his place among the greats. A panel of 12 Sporting News staffers voted Mahomes as the third-best quarterback of all time, behind only Tom Brady and Joe Montana, a testament to his already legendary status.

While Allen’s accomplishments are impressive in their own right, including the NFL record for most games with both a passing and rushing touchdown in a season, the statistical disparity between the two in the 2023 season underscores Mahomes’ dominance. With a higher passer rating, fewer interceptions, and a knack for game-winning drives, Mahomes left no doubt as to who deserves the “best quarterback” moniker.

That being said, The clash between Mahomes and Allen extends far beyond the gridiron, encompassing a battle for supremacy that has captivated the football world.

The Patrick Mahomes vs. Allen battle

On one side stands Mahomes, the undisputed king of the NFL, a gunslinger with a cannon for an arm and the agility of a seasoned running back. His exploits, including the iconic “Jet Chip Wasp” throw in Super Bowl LIV, have cemented his legacy as one of the greatest to ever sling the pigskin.

Allen, on the other hand, is an incredible talent whose ascension has been rapid and put the league on alert. He has a missile arm and linebacker-like physicality that makes him a dual-threat force. In 2023, he broke all records by redefining how quarterbacks can use their feet; his record was what made people realize that there was a new boss in town.

While analysts like Chris Simms have ranked Allen number one in their yearly list of quarterbacks, Mahomes clearly comes out on top in terms of stats as well as accolades. For instance, Mahomes’ 44-yard beauty to Tyreek Hill during Super Bowl LIV which caught Jerry Maguire’s eyes, were just some of his post-season heroics.

While opinions differ concerning who holds the edge, it is clear that both quarterbacks will need more heroic acts to make their name in the game. This is especially true for Allen, given that star receiver Stefon Diggs was traded away by Allen’s team. Indeed, it would be hard for Allen to fill Diggs’ crazy shoes on-field considering his recent departure from the team and this will only heighten speculation surrounding the outcome of the battle in question.

In the end, it’s a battle that can only be settled on the field, where legends are forged and legacies are cemented. Mahomes and Allen may be on a collision course, but for now, the debate rages on. Whose side are you on?