Unlocking the Unexpected: Which Quarterbacks Truly Dominate When the Playoffs Heat Up?
Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen topping the list of clutch quarterbacks might not exactly rattle the windows — these two have been the poster children of late-game steel and postseason prowess for years now. But what about Lamar Jackson and Jalen Hurts? It’s a curious mix, right? Here we have quarterbacks who flirt with greatness in the playoffs but don’t always close the deal when it counts most. The truth about being “clutch” isn’t just about avoiding turnovers or sneaking out of a jam unscathed; it’s about consistently elevating your game and your team’s offensive success when the lights burn brightest. So, who truly rises above the rest when the pressure amps up? We dug into every meaningful playoff start since 2016 to unravel this very question — shining a spotlight on the tightrope walk between brilliance and breakdown under postseason pressure. Ready to find out which quarterbacks have mastered the clutch gene and which ones still have homework to do?
It might not be a huge surprise that Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen, who meet this weekend in the AFC championship game, lead the list. But what about Lamar Jackson and Jalen Hurts?
A âclutchâ quarterback can mean a few different things. Oftentimes it’s the ability to deliver crucial plays in critical moments or keep a team in a position to win a game despite adverse situations.
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