Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen has garnered significant recognition from his peers, being voted as the best quarterback in the NFL in the latest NFL Top 100 list. This player-voted ranking, which reflects the opinions of fellow NFL athletes, placed Allen at an impressive No. 2 overall, just behind standout edge rusher Myles Garrett.
Despite this accolade, the ranking has stirred controversy, with many analysts and fans expressing skepticism about Allen's placement. Critics argue that he may not deserve such a high position based on his performance compared to other top quarterbacks in the league.
Allen's achievement is noteworthy, as he has consistently ranked among the top players in the NFL for the past seven seasons, finishing in the top 10 on four occasions. The Bills acknowledged his impressive season in a recent announcement, highlighting that Allen set a career-high completion percentage of 69.3% and became the youngest player in NFL history to reach 300 total touchdowns. In the 2026 season, he threw for 3,668 yards and 25 touchdowns while also contributing significantly on the ground with 579 rushing yards and 14 rushing touchdowns, ranking third in the league for rushing scores.
In addition to his impressive statistics, the Bills emphasized that Allen's accuracy improved during the season. He achieved his best bad throw percentage at 13%, down from 18.7% the previous year, and recorded the highest on-target throw percentage of his career at 79.9%. These metrics reflect his development as a quarterback and his ability to make precise throws under pressure.
However, the ranking has faced scrutiny, particularly from NFL.com analyst Jeremy Bregman. In his analysis of the Top 100 list, he suggested that reigning league MVP Matthew Stafford should have been rated higher than Allen, who had a less stellar season compared to his MVP campaign in 2024. Bregman noted that despite improvements in completion percentage, Allen faced challenges, including a career-high 40 sacks and 17 turnovers, which contributed to the Bills' disappointing playoff exit against the Denver Broncos.
Critics have echoed Bregman's sentiments, questioning whether Allen should indeed be ranked above Stafford or even Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson. The debate surrounding Allen's ranking highlights the competitive nature of the quarterback position in the NFL and the varying opinions on what constitutes elite performance.
As the NFL season progresses, Allen will have the opportunity to further solidify his standing among the league's best quarterbacks. With the Bills aiming for a strong showing in the upcoming season, how Allen performs will be closely monitored by fans and analysts alike.
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