Josh Allen ranked top NFL quarterback by coaches, GMs, and scouts

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Last updated Jul 14, 2026

Josh Allen ranked top NFL quarterback by coaches, GMs, and scouts
Summary

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen has been ranked the number one quarterback in the NFL according to a new ESPN survey of league executives, coaches, and scouts. This marks the first time Allen has taken the top spot, surpassing Kansas City's Patrick Mahomes, who had been ranked first for the past three years. Allen averaged 2.10 on the ballots, closely followed by Mahomes at 2.19. The survey highlights Allen's significant reduction in turnovers over the past two seasons. Additionally, Allen was ranked third overall in CBS Sports' list of the NFL's top 100 players, behind Cleveland's Myles Garrett and the reigning MVP Matthew Stafford. Allen previously faced criticism but has gained recognition for his performance and ability to elevate his teammates.

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  • Josh Allen tops an ESPN poll of NFL quarterbacks for the first time
  • He averaged 2.10 in the ranking, ahead of Patrick Mahomes
  • Allen has reduced turnovers significantly in recent seasons
  • CBS Sports lists Allen as the third overall player entering 2026
  • He ranked behind Myles Garrett and Matthew Stafford in CBS Sports' poll
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Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen just beat out every NFL quarterback in a new ESPN poll.

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