Patrick Mahomes, quarterback of the Kansas City Chiefs, is likely wrapping up his most remarkable season yet. Securing both Super Bowl victory and MVP honors this year, he has left an indelible mark in football history.

Progressing from a daydreaming youngster in a backyard to reaching the pinnacle coveted by every quarterback, he has achieved a monumental feat. As the stage and moments grow grander, so does Mahomes. And the NFL has duly recognized this magnificence. Mahomes’ triumph this year helped him surpass last season’s Super Bowl contender, Eagles QB Jalen Hurts.

Patrick Mahomes is the best of the best

The NFL boasts an abundance of star quarterbacks and impactful players spanning various positions. Yet, the query remains: who stands as the pinnacle of them all? As the 2023 NFL season nears, it’s an opportune moment to assess the league’s elite. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes emerged as the NFL’s paramount player, as determined by his fellow athletes in the NFL Network’s annual ranking of the top 100 players.

This marks the second instance that Mahomes, fresh off his second Super Bowl triumph in four seasons, has clinched the coveted title of the league’s top player. Notably, he not only retains his position at the zenith of the 2023 list but also ascended from his No. 8 ranking before the 2022 campaign.

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While Mahomes might be the ultimate NFL QB right now, it was someone else that came out as the favorite among the players.

Mahomes not the favorite QB among peers?

The NFL’s comprehensive top 100 players list has been unveiled, sparking discussions centering around Jalen Hurts who stands in top 10 list. The NFL’s official Twitter account recently did a candid poll among NFL players—Jalen or Mahomes? Who is the best? And nearly unanimous support leaned toward the Eagles’ quarterback, Jalen Hurts. In the accompanying video, notable figures including Bradley Chubb, Lane Johnson, Tua Tagovailoa, Chris Jones (himself ranked 10th), and even Patrick Mahomes himself shared their admiration for Hurts.

They emphasized his prowess as a standout NFL quarterback. Commending his precise throws and passes, particularly during the last Super Bowl final, and highlighting his unwavering dedication, these players have crowned Hurts as their preferred quarterback. Despite the acclaim, Hurts holds the third rank in the NFL, trailing behind Mahomes and Justin Jefferson.

As the season unfolds, time alone will unveil how this emerging star will shine. Could he potentially seize the Super Bowl championship this time around? What do you think?

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