“Lionel Messi is Patrick Mahomes & Cristiano Ronaldo is Josh Allen”: Von Miller’s Take on NFL & Soccer Legends Impresses ‘Football’ Fans

Buffalo Bills star Von Miller is renowned for his intriguing takes on social media and in press conferences. Most recently, he shared some noteworthy perspectives on Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

In a video uploaded on TJ Sports USA, Miller offered insights into the global appeal of Lionel Messi, drawing parallels with NFL counterpart Patrick Mahomes. He delved into the global appeal of the soccer legend, showing a profound appreciation for Mahomes’ impact similar to Messi’s.

Von Miller Likens Soccer GOAT Lionel Messi to Patrick Mahomes

The Bills star initially went on to express Messi’s unparalleled influence describing him as an international superstar. Miller emphasized his recognition extends far beyond the realm of soccer in his conversation posted via TJ Sports. He pointed out that whether it is Alabama, Dubai, Greenland, or anywhere else globally, he is universally recognized.

“He’s not only on this side of the states but just globally… Messi is just an international superstar. It doesn’t matter where you go, you can go to Alabama in the United States and people know who Messi is, you can go to Dubai, you can go to Greenland, you can go anywhere across the world and everybody knows Messi.”

When asked about drawing comparisons and naming Cristiano Ronaldo and Messi’s counterparts in the NFL, Von Miller chose Patrick Mahomes to suit the latter, and Josh Allen to be for Ronaldo.

“We can say Messi is Patrick Mahomes.”

Miller’s reflection was embraced by fans who rushed to express their admiration for the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback.

And he is not wrong

— Footbills_chat (@FootbillsChat) October 6, 2023

Von saying Mahomes better than Allen

All good, even Allen knows this true

— JimminyAintMyNameButIKnowBall (@_JimminyCricket) October 6, 2023

Von just called Mahomes the goat 💔

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Justin Reid Once Made a Similar Comparison

Ahead of Super Bowl LVII, Justin Reid, the Kansas City Chiefs star safety, drew an intriguing parallel between Patrick Mahomes and soccer star Lionel Messi. Speaking to Mirror Sports, Reid also described Mahomes as being someone who can captivate fans with extraordinary performances.

“He’s magical, so I would go with Lionel Messi for current players,” Reid said on the Super Bowl opening night. “I can’t tell you how many Ballon D’Ors Messi has, but Pat Mahomes is like that. They’re the same level. I’ll tell you who was one of the most entertaining players out there – Diego Maradona. He was a showman and fans came to see him do something spectacular. Pat is that guy.”

His interesting comparison between Mahomes and Messi as well as Maradona, highlights his admiration for the Chiefs quarterback. The appreciation for his playing style and his ability to deliver matches with legendary names often echoed amongst NFL fans.