Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, and Joe Burrow have steadily managed to take the spotlight all for themselves. The NFL has seen no shortage of young talent this season. Huge upsets and handing over of the reins have been a huge part of the season. Now, the veterans in the league have made fans question if their time is up.
The performance of their younger peers hasn’t helped with the situation. As younger stars within the league take the reins and turn a new leaf, how long before legendary players are forced out?
Patrick Mahomes and Co., are taking over the game
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The NFL world has borne witness to the transition of power first-hand. The 49ers are the perfect example. When all hope was lost, the least expected candidate, Brock Purdy, stepped in for Jimmy Garoppolo and is currently playing the season many only dream of having. Mahomes already has a title under his belt, while the other younger QBs have made it far in their quests.
Speaking of young stars who are shocking the league, Adam Schefter had his say online. The NFL insider took to Twitter to remind fans of who the current final AFC QBs are. He said, “Final four AFC quarterbacks: Patrick Mahomes (age: 27) Josh Allen (age: 26) Joe Burrow (age: 26) Trevor Lawrence (age: 23)”. The leading men of the teams are in their prime- and all under the age of 30. Is the beginning of an exciting era of football? Are we witnessing the transition of stardom?
Mahomes has competition from like-minded peers
Retirement rumors about veteran stars like Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers have always been around. But after bearing witness to their slippery slope of a season, fans can’t help but wonder if it’s their time to call it a day. While fans do not need a reminder about the young guns who are taking the spotlight, it definitely stirs discourse. This user has a special appreciation for Trevor Lawrence, who is the youngest among the lot
T Law repping the U25 👏🏼
— Haley Taylor (@Haleytsimon) January 16, 2023
Another user says that the lineup couldn’t be better
Can’t pick a better final four tbh
— Ross Peterson (@Rpete37) January 16, 2023
This user (sarcastically, or not) remarks that Russell Wilson will be on the list next year. While it does seem unlikely at the moment, one can never be too sure.
Russell Wilson will be here next season
— siv 📍 (@siv773) January 16, 2023
One user doesn’t seem to be a fan of Mahomes and believes that Lawrence will be the one to take down the Chiefs
Lawrence is sending MaFraud home
— 🇦🇷🏆 (@BoltUpDerwin) January 16, 2023
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Another user posted a hilarious picture
Trevor in there pic.twitter.com/wXuw4V3ucp
— Karthik ⭐️💡 (@kso123_) January 16, 2023
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There is no doubt that veterans like Brady and Rodgers, who continue to surpass expectations despite their age, still have a lot to give. The NFL world is witnessing a change within the sport. Regardless of when some of the most game-changing and legendary athletes of this generation choose to bid their farewells, fans will rest assured that the future of the game is in good hands.
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