Thurman Thomas prefers Josh Allen over Patrick Mahomes as best QB
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 12:31 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Bills Hall of Famer Thurman Thomas expressed confidence in Josh Allen as the NFL's top quarterback over Patrick Mahomes. Thomas highlighted Allen's accomplishments, including a successful 2025 season where he led the Bills to a 12-5 record and reached the playoffs. Despite Mahomes' past playoff success, including three Super Bowl titles, Thomas believes Allen's consistency and recent performance give him the edge.
- •Thurman Thomas claims Josh Allen is the best QB in the NFL.
- •Allen led the Bills to seven consecutive playoff appearances.
- •In 2025, Allen achieved a 102.2 passer rating and 14 rushing touchdowns.
- •Mahomes missed the playoffs in 2025, posting an 89.6 passer rating.
- •Thomas acknowledges Mahomes' four playoff wins against Allen.
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"Bills Hall of Famer Thurman Thomas would take his guy Josh Allen over Patrick Mahomes as the best quarterback in the NFL today.
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