Buffalo Bills superstar Josh Allen has landed near the top of CBS Sports’ latest quarterback power rankings, but his fifth-place spot has raised eyebrows among fans and analysts. Released by Cody Benjamin, the rankings place Allen below some surprising names, despite his stellar 2024 season where he clinched the NFL MVP award. The placement feels like a snub for the quarterback who has consistently proven he’s among the league’s elite.
Allen’s 2024 campaign was historic, with 41 total touchdowns and over 4,200 total yards, earning him his first MVP honor and second-team All-Pro recognition. His ability to perform at an elite level with a revamped receiving corps showcased his adaptability. Benjamin acknowledged this, writing, “The reigning MVP is coming off his most efficient season while operating with a new-look receiving group. Like Lamar Jackson, another AFC superhero, he’s just yet to escape the Chiefs’ shadow.” Yet, Allen’s fifth-place ranking behind NFC quarterbacks has sparked debate.
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Topping the list is Offensive Rookie of the Year Jayden Daniels, a choice Benjamin admits may reflect “recency bias.” Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts took second, followed by Joe Burrow in third, and first-team All-Pro Lamar Jackson in fourth, just above Allen.
Patrick Mahomes, a perennial contender, narrowly missed the top five. Critics argue that placing Daniels and Hurts above AFC stars like Allen, Jackson, Burrow, and Mahomes overlooks the tougher competition in the AFC. Hurts benefits from a weaker NFC division and a stacked roster, while Daniels, despite an electric rookie year, lacks the longevity of Allen’s seven-year track record.
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Allen’s dual-threat prowess sets him apart, as he consistently ranks at the top for advanced metrics like EPA and EPA per play. His ability to maintain elite performance despite changes in coordinators and receivers highlights his consistency, a trait some feel Benjamin undervalued. Daniels’ first-year success is impressive, but history shows sophomore slumps can hit hard-CJ Stroud, for example, took a step back in 2024 after a strong 2023 rookie season.
The Bills, currently in Phase 2 of OTAs as of May 2025, have yet to see Allen at practice, but his impact remains undeniable. Many teams would dream of a quarterback talented enough to even be considered for a top-five spot. Allen’s sustained excellence over the years, capped by his MVP season, makes a compelling case that fifth place doesn’t fully reflect his standing as one of the NFL’s best.
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