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Patrick Mahomes is already a “No.” Second place in the GOAT conversation,” says the former NFL star

Patrick Mahomes is already a “No.” Second place in the GOAT conversation,” says the former NFL star

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Patrick Mahomes he’s not even 30 years old, but one former Pro Bowl wide receiver already has him on his Mount Rushmore.

The Kansas City Chiefs the star just turned 29 last month, and if he wins the Super Bowl again in February, he’ll be the first QB to ever win four before turning 30.

Before winning his second ring, Victor Cruz told Fox News Digital that one more title would put him in “Joe Montana territory.”

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Patrick Mahomes is celebrating

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes celebrates after winning the Super Bowl on February 11, 2024, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Well, all he’s done since then is win his second and third rings and have the Chiefs 6-0 this year.

Put it all together and that’s the first thing New York Giants The Stars already have Mahomes as their second-best quarterback of all time.

“I can’t put him any higher in my opinion (Tom) Brady yet, but he’s there. For me, it’s 1A, 1B,” Cruz told Fox News Digital in a recent interview.

Brady may have seven titles, but Cruz said that because of his raw talent, Mahomes doesn’t need to reach that level to eventually overtake Brady one day.

Patrick Mahomes throws a TD

Patrick Mahomes of the Kansas City Chiefs looks to throw a pass during Super Bowl LVIII against the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas. (Ryan Kang/Getty Images)

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“I think he has more physical skills than Tom Brady ever did,” Cruz added. “If you look at his age and his track record, he can play until he’s 40, he doesn’t have to dig in the pocket and throw the ball downfield as much and still be successful. We’ll see how long he plays and what the length of his career looks like, but if you look at where he’s at right now in his career and wants to three-peat, it could be really scary.

Cruz, however, said he needs a few more Super Bowls before the argument can officially begin.

“Until he wins a few more Bowls, I can’t pass him over Brady. Number 2 on GOAT,” Cruz said. “If he gets to five points and continues to keep his team relevant year after year, when you look at the numbers, it will be crazy just to see where he hits the net and when it’s all said and done, where he is because what he is doing so far is quite unique.”

Patrick Mahomes on the ground after the win

Patrick Mahomes of the Kansas City Chiefs celebrates after defeating the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas. (Rob Carr/Getty Images)

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Mahomes’ Chiefs are undefeated despite season-ending injuries to Rashee Rice and Hollywood Brown – Isiah Pacheco also broke his leg in Week 3.

However, Kansas City just acquired DeAndre Hopkins as their quest for an unprecedented three-peat was successful.

In 102 games played, Mahomes recorded 80 wins, 29,813 passing yards and 225 touchdowns. His 292.3 yards per game is an all-time NFL record.

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