Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen has become one of the greatest quarterbacks in the NFL over the last few years. ... and Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow is considered by most to be right on his heels.
The reigning MVP Allen has carried his team to five straight division titles, multiple playoff wins, and has been at the doorstep of a Super Bowl appearance numerous times. And Burrow is so gifted that he took the Bengals to the Super Bowl as a second-year QB..
Burrow and Allen's abitities have naturally been noticed in the college game, with quarterbacks emerging who are bigger, faster, and more athletic than ever before. Everyone wants to emulate the best. ...
And that was clear this week at the Manning Passing Academy, when Arch Manning, Peyton and Eli's nephew and considered a likely heir to the Allen/Burrow-level NFL throne, detailed that he continues to watch tape on the two stars to improve his own game.
"I'm watching a lot of Josh Allen and Joe Burrow right now. Those are my guys." Manning said, "Because they're dogs. I'm watching some of their college film right now, just good players, elite competitors, and fun to watch."
Manning is considered the top quarterback whenever he comes out for the NFL Draft. Longhorns insiders believe he will be the top pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.
So ... It won't be long before another Manning is in the league. And the fact that the Texas quarterback wants to continue improving his game, and is looking at Burrow and Allen to do so, shows their impact on the game.
And legacies of Burrow and Allen, even still, are just getting started.