Report identifies trade value for Mahomes, Allen as equal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 1:26 PM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
A report by ESPN's Bill Barnwell suggests Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen have equal trade values, estimated at seven first-round picks each. While neither team is expected to trade its star player, the theoretical discussions highlight the high value both quarterbacks hold in the NFL. Barnwell compares their achievements, noting Mahomes' playoff success and Allen's regular-season performances. Mahomes, 31 in November, is coming off a knee injury, which could influence trade considerations. No imminent trades are anticipated for either player.
- •ESPN's Bill Barnwell evaluates Mahomes and Allen's trade value.
- •Both are estimated worth seven first-round picks.
- •Mahomes has had playoff success; Allen performs well in regular seasons.
- •Mahomes is recovering from a knee injury.
- •No trades for either quarterback are expected at this time.
- 1:26 PMYahoo Sports — Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes has same trade value as Bills' Josh Allen
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