Bill Simmons Ranks Drake Maye Above Joe Burrow and Lamar Jackson

Bill Simmons has expressed strong support for quarterback Drake Maye, ranking him higher than both Joe Burrow and Lamar Jackson. This assertion follows Maye's standout performance in his second season with the New England Patriots, where he led the team to the Super Bowl.

In the 2025 regular season, Maye recorded 31 touchdowns, eight interceptions, and 4,394 passing yards, achieving a quarterback rating of 113.5. His performance earned him 23 first-place MVP votes, solidifying his status as one of the top quarterbacks in the NFL.

Simmons, who placed Maye as the fourth-best quarterback behind Josh Allen, Matthew Stafford, and Patrick Mahomes, defended his ranking during a podcast, emphasizing Maye's impressive statistics and the Patriots' recent roster improvements. He remains firm in his stance, stating he will not apologize for his assessment of Maye's capabilities.