Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes have established themselves as two of the NFL’s premier passers since entering the league, with Mahomes entering in 2017 and Jackson joining in 2018.
Both have racked up individual accolades, impressive statistics, and dozens of big-time wins, but they each bring different records and elements to the “Who’s better?” discussion.
- Lamar Jackson: The two-time MVP and three-time All-Pro has the highest career passer rating and most career rushing yards by a quarterback in NFL history.
- Patrick Mahomes: The three-time Super Bowl MVP and champion, as well as two-time NFL MVP has the record for the most total yards by a quarterback in an NFL season, as well as the most career passing yards per game.
Below is a data-driven comparison of Jackson and Mahomes in their respective NFL careers. You can also find updated 2026-27 NFL MVP odds.
Career Stats: Passing & Rushing Breakdown
Here’s a side-by-side look at career regular-season stats for each quarterback:
| STAT | JACKSON | MAHOMES |
| Games | 116 | 126 |
| Starts | 107 | 126 |
| Record | 76-31 | 95-31 |
| Pass Yds | 22,608 | 35,939 |
| Pass TDs | 187 | 267 |
| Yds/Att | 7.8 | 7.7 |
| INTs | 56 | 85 |
| Rating | 102.2 | 100.8 |
| Rush Yds | 6,522 | 2,665 |
| Rush TDs | 35 | 19 |
2026-27 NFL MVP Odds
Lamar Jackson’s MVP odds are +850. Patrick Mahomes’ MVP odds are +1200.
Here’s a look at players with the shortest odds:
FAQs: Lamar Jackson vs. Patrick Mahomes
Question: Has Lamar Jackson or Patrick Mahomes won more MVPs?
Answer: Jackson and Mahomes have both won two MVPs.
Question: Has Lamar Jackson or Patrick Mahomes won more Super Bowls?
Answer: Mahomes has won three Super Bowls while Jackson has won none.
Question: Does Lamar Jackson or Patrick Mahomes have more Pro Bowl selections?
Answer: Mahomes has six Pro Bowl selections while Jackson has four.
Question: Does Lamar Jackson or Patrick Mahomes have more All-Pro selections (first team)?
Answer: Jackson has more first-team All-Pro selections (three) than Mahomes (two).
Question: Is Lamar Jackson or Patrick Mahomes older?
Answer: Mahomes is older (born Sept 17, 1995) than Jackson (born Jan. 7, 1997).
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