Skip Bayless, the outspoken sports commentator renowned for his polarizing viewpoints, found himself vehemently opposed to the comparisons between Patrick Mahomes and Michael Jordan, as he often is. In a memorable episode of “The Undisputed,” Bayless passionately conveyed his frustration over the perceived overhyping of Mahomes.
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Three years ago, in a dedicated segment on “The Undisputed,” Bayless unequivocally voiced his stance that while Mahomes possesses undeniable talent, he was unjustly subjected to excessive hype. Little did he know, time would reveal the evolution of Mahomes’ career, challenging the accuracy of his controversial take.
Skip Bayless’ Controversial Take on Patrick Mahomes and the “Patrick Jordan” Comparison
In a notable episode of “The Undisputed” from 2020, Bayless didn’t hold back his opinion, delivering a fiery commentary on the matter. He emphatically stated, “Patrick Mahomes is being absurdly overhyped right now to the point I feel sorry for Patrick Mahomes. I’m already hearing he’s Patrick ‘Jordan’ as in Michael Jordan. He’s won nothing.”
This divisive take resurfaced recently, inviting reflection on its validity. While Bayless acknowledged Mahomes’ undeniable talent, his skepticism about the “Patrick Jordan” comparison was evident: “But I’m sorry, I have to see way more before I go Patrick ‘Jordan’…He hasn’t won anything.”
While he acknowledged the potential for Patrick Mahomes to one day rival the legendary careers of Michael Jordan and Tom Brady, the comparison at this early stage doesn’t sit comfortably.
In the realm of sports analysis, such bold predictions are not uncommon, and while Bayless’ stance may have garnered attention at the time, Mahomes’ subsequent achievements have added layers of nuance to the debate. Since 2020, he has added one more Super Bowl along with NFL MVP in 2022 and is already been compared by many to shatter more records as his career progresses.
Patrick Mahomes: From Criticized Comparison to Emerging GOAT Contender
In 2020, Skip Bayless famously doubted the comparisons between Patrick Mahomes and Michael Jordan, but Mahomes’ journey since then has been nothing short of extraordinary. With a list of achievements that includes 2 Super Bowl championships (LIV, LVII), 2 Super Bowl MVPs (LIV, LVII), 2 NFL Most Valuable Player awards (2018, 2022), and a plethora of records, Mahomes has shattered expectations and silenced skeptics.
His remarkable career highlights also feature a NFL Offensive Player of the Year award (2018), 2 First-team All-Pro selections (2018, 2022), a Second-team All-Pro recognition (2020), and 5 Pro Bowl appearances (2018–2022). Mahomes has also clinched 2 NFL passing touchdowns titles (2018, 2022) and an NFL passing yards title (2022). His accolades extend to a Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year honor in 2020, a Bert Bell Award (2018), a Sammy Baugh Trophy (2016), and a Second-team All-Big 12 nod (2016).
Furthermore, Mahomes holds an array of NFL records, including a career passer rating (105.7, as of Week 18, 2022), career playoff passer rating (107.4), career passing yards per game (303.0), total yards by a quarterback in a season (5,614 in 2022), and passing touchdowns in a single postseason (11, tied in 2021).
As Mahomes continues to redefine greatness with his extraordinary talent and achievements, he now finds himself in the race for the coveted “Greatest of All Time” title, a testament to his indomitable spirit and commitment to excellence.
