Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen Have a History of Clashes in the Playoffs
This Sunday, the two superstar quarterbacks will face off in the AFC Championship Game for the ninth time, with each player sitting at four wins. But this matchup will be a tiebreaker of sorts, with the winner advancing to the Super Bowl. Mahomes is 3-0 against Allen in the postseason, and that’s what makes this game so crucial for Allen’s legacy.
In preparation for the title games, FOX Sports NFL writers Ben Arthur and Henry McKenna engaged in a spirited conversation centered on Sunday’s four starting quarterbacks and how the title games might unfold.
The two writers disagreed on who will need more from their supporting cast to prevail. Arthur believed Mahomes will need more help, citing the Bills’ dominance this season and the Chiefs’ struggles on offense. McKenna countered that Allen will need more support, as he’s going up against a better defense with worse weapons.
Regarding the Commanders-Eagles game, Arthur predicted the Eagles will win due to their strong pass defense and the struggles of the Commanders’ run defense. McKenna, on the other hand, picked the Commanders to win, citing the hot play of rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels and the team’s ability to pull off upsets.
The writers also discussed the impressive play of Daniels, who has a case for being the best current quarterback in the NFC. Arthur believed Daniels will have to be the best player on the field for the Commanders to beat the Eagles, while McKenna predicted Daniels will lead Washington to another upset.
Overall, the writers’ conversation highlighted the importance of the AFC Championship Game and the intriguing matchups that will take place on Sunday.
