Kansas City Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo recently gave high praise to Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, igniting further debate over who is the best quarterback in the NFL.
In the new season of Netflix’s “Quarterback,” a moment between Spagnuolo and Burrow was caught on mic after the Chiefs’ narrow 26-25 win over the Bengals in Week 2 of the 2024 season. Spagnuolo told Burrow, “Other than our guy, you’re the best in the business,” referring to Patrick Mahomes. He emphasized that his compliment was genuine, not just polite postgame chatter.
This statement adds fuel to an ongoing debate among fans and analysts about who truly is the top quarterback in the league. While Spagnuolo’s comment highlights Burrow’s skill and leadership, fans of other elite quarterbacks like Josh Allen (Bills), Lamar Jackson (Ravens), and Jalen Hurts (Eagles) might disagree, as each of those players has also made strong cases for being considered among the best. Still, coming from a veteran coach like Spagnuolo, the compliment carries substantial weight.
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The rivalry between Mahomes and Burrow has become one of the NFL’s most anticipated matchups. Burrow currently holds a 3-2 record against the Chiefs, further solidifying his reputation as a top-tier quarterback. Their clashes are not only thrilling but often pivotal in shaping playoff paths, and fans continue to watch their encounters with high expectations.
Although the Bengals and Chiefs aren’t scheduled to face each other in the regular season until 2027, there remains the strong possibility of a postseason meeting. Given the playoff intensity and history between these two teams, another duel between Burrow and Mahomes could be on the horizon.
Until then, the debate over quarterback supremacy in the NFL will continue, with Spagnuolo’s words keeping Burrow squarely in the conversation.
