The Kansas City Chiefs have been the dominant force in the NFL for the past few years, winning back-to-back Super Bowls and three out of the last five championships. Led by star quarterback Patrick Mahomes, they are considered the team to beat in the league. However, there is growing talk that the Baltimore Ravens and their reigning MVP Lamar Jackson pose a serious threat to the Chiefs’ reign.
Recent rankings of top quarterbacks from last season suggest that Mahomes and Jackson are still at the top of their game. Houston Texans’ C.J. Stroud ranked Mahomes as number one and Jackson as number two, showing his respect for both players.
Despite being a young player, Stroud has every right to be confident as he led the Texans to a division title and a playoff win in his rookie season. His top five list of quarterbacks also includes Josh Allen of the Buffalo Bills and Dak Prescott of the Dallas Cowboys.
Stroud’s encounter with Jackson and the Ravens in the AFC Divisional round left a lasting impression on him, highlighting the Ravens as a team to watch in the coming seasons. While Mahomes remains atop his list, Stroud sees Jackson as a serious contender for next year’s MVP award.
The Chiefs may still be considered unbeatable, but with players like Stroud challenging their dominance, it’s clear that they have some competition on their hands.