Kansas City Chiefs QB known for revolutionary arm talent and dual-threat athleticism.
Fans valuing athleticism, innovation, and future potential; those impressed by modern skill sets
Legendary QB with 7 Super Bowl rings across 23 seasons with Patriots and Buccaneers.
Those valuing proven championships, longevity, and legacy; traditionalist football fans
Brady holds the edge in championship rings (7 vs 3) and longevity, while Mahomes excels in athleticism, arm talent, and peak performance metrics. Brady's legacy is unmatched, but Mahomes' trajectory suggests he could surpass him by career's end.
Brady remains the GOAT with unparalleled championship success and longevity, while Mahomes represents the future with elite athleticism and a trajectory suggesting he could rewrite the record books. Choose Brady if valuing proven championships and legacy; choose Mahomes if prioritizing modern skill set and potential ceiling.
Choose Mahomes if
Fans valuing athleticism, innovation, and future potential; those impressed by modern skill sets
| Metric | Mahomes | Brady | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super Bowl Rings(rings) | 3 | 7 | -57% |
| Career Passing Yards(yards) | ~28,000 | 89,214 | -69% |
| Career Touchdown Passes(TDs) | ~215 | 649 |
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Choose Brady if
Those valuing proven championships, longevity, and legacy; traditionalist football fans
| -67% |
| Regular Season MVP Awards(MVPs) | 3 | 3 | — |
| Super Bowl MVP Awards(awards) | 3 | 5 | -40% |
| Pro Bowl Selections(selections) | 6 | 15 | -60% |
| All-Pro Selections(selections) | 4 | 10 | -60% |
| Rushing Yards (Career)(yards) | ~3,400 | 1,062 | +220% |
| Career Length(seasons) | 8 seasons (active) | 23 seasons (retired) | -65% |
| Game-Winning Drives (4th Qtr)(drives) | ~12 | 28 | -57% |
All figures sourced from publicly available data. Last updated Apr 2026.
Mahomes
3 rings
Brady
7 rings🏆
Mahomes
2018-present (8+ years)
Brady
2001-2019 (19 years)🏆
Mahomes
Elite dual-threat QB🏆
Brady
Pocket passer focused
Mahomes
3 MVPs
Brady
3 MVPs
Mahomes
~28,000 yards
Brady
89,214 yards🏆
Mahomes
Exceptional (4th quarter comebacks)
Brady
Legendary (28 game-winning drives)🏆
Mahomes
Modern dual-threat era🏆
Brady
Classic pocket passer
Mahomes
Single franchise focus (KC)
Brady
Multiple franchises (NE, TB)🏆
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Brady is historically better with 7 Super Bowls and 23 elite seasons, but Mahomes has a higher peak and may surpass Brady if he wins 3-4 more championships. Brady's proven legacy vs. Mahomes' higher ceiling makes this debatable depending on whether you value past or future.
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| Attribute | Mahomes | Brady |
|---|---|---|
| Super Bowl Rings(rings) | 3 | 7 |
| Super Bowl MVP Awards(awards) | 3 | 5 |
| Career Passing Yards(yards) | ~28,000 | 89,214 |
| Career Touchdown Passes(TDs) | ~215 | 649 |
| Regular Season MVP Awards(MVPs) | 3 | 3 |
| Pro Bowl Selections(selections) | 6 | 15 |
| All-Pro Selections(selections) | 4 | 10 |
| Rushing Yards (Career)(yards) | ~3,400 | 1,062 |
| Career Length(seasons) | 8 seasons (active) | 23 seasons (retired) |
| Playoff Win-Loss Record(wins-losses) | 30-10 (75% win rate) | 88-33 (73% win rate) |
| Game-Winning Drives (4th Qtr)(drives) | ~12 | 28 |
| Peak Performance Era(years) | 2018-2026 (Modern era) | 2001-2019 (Classic era) |
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