Drake Maye lands at No. 8 in ESPN's QB poll, sparking debate
ESPN surveyed executives, coaches and scouts on current quarterbacks and Drake Maye finished eighth, trailing top QBs like Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes, Matthew Stafford, Joe Burrow and Lamar Jackson. The list also included Sam Darnold as an honorable mention, and evaluators praised Maye's size, athleticism, accuracy and upside despite limited weapons and a shaky OL, while others cautioned he needs more proven performance. The article notes the poll reflects who the best players are right now, not long-term projections, and also shares a personal view on a hypothetical 2026 ranking.