'I'd love to have Joe Burrow': Bold QB pick shocks fans as Patrick Mahomes gets snubbed
For Edelman its not about headlines- its about the right fit to run a Patriots-style offense (Image via Getty)
In a surprising twist, Patriots legends Julian Edelman and Rob Gronkowski left Patrick Mahomes off their top quarterback picks when asked who they'd want under center in New England's system.
Despite Mahomes' Super Bowl rings and jaw-dropping playmaking, both opted for quarterbacks they felt better fit the franchise's identity. Their reasoning offers a glimpse into what Patriots-style football really demands.
Why Edelman says Burrow fits the Patriots way
Edelman made his pick clear on the Dudes on Dudes podcast: 'I'd love to have Joe Burrow.' While he praised Mahomes—'I mean, I love Mahomes'—he emphasized fit over flash. 'But our offense is a little different.
There's a little more drop-back pass… I don't want someone running as much as Mahomes on those third downs. I want them throwing because I want those third downs.'
Mahomes, though dominant, doesn't align with Edelman's vision of a precise, pocket-based scheme. The Chiefs QB averaged 4.6 rushes per game in 2024, converting 25 first downs via scrambles—the second-most among all quarterbacks. Edelman's pick underscores his belief in a traditional, pass-first Patriots setup rooted in timing and control.
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Rob Gronkowski took a different route, choosing a QB who mirrors his own physicality: Josh Allen. 'I love him. He reminds me of myself at QB. That was a no-brainer for me. That was the first QB that popped into my head,' Gronk said. For him, Allen's rugged style was the perfect match for his vision of dominant football.
In 2024, Allen led all quarterbacks with 12 rushing touchdowns and broke 42 tackles on designed runs. Gronk's comparison isn't far off—he sees Allen as a fullback with an elite arm, capable of leading an offense with sheer force.
It's a pick that reflects Gronkowski's own career—explosive, unorthodox, and powerful.
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While Mahomes remains the NFL's ultimate wildcard, Edelman and Gronk believe fit matters more than flair. Burrow's methodical control and Allen's raw power may not match Mahomes' magic, but for two Patriots greats, they're the better choices to run New England's no-nonsense offense.
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