Oddsmakers rank all 32 NFL starting QBs by point-spread value: Josh Allen is the clear No. 1
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Key Points:
- NFL quarterbacks vary significantly in their impact on point spreads, with oddsmakers estimating the value difference between starters and backups to guide betting decisions.
- Josh Allen (Bills) ranks as the most valuable QB against the spread, worth an average of 7.23 points more than his backup Kyle Allen, reflecting his talent, durability, and dual-threat ability.
- Patrick Mahomes (Chiefs) is second at 6.32 points ATS, though his value may fluctuate early in the season due to recovery from knee injuries; Justin Fields is his backup.
- Matthew Stafford (Rams) rose to third place (6.16 points ATS) due to an MVP season and a rookie backup, Ty Simpson, who is unproven but highly rated by some oddsmakers.
- Other notable rankings include Drake Maye (Patriots) and Lamar Jackson (Ravens) in the top five, while Joe Burrow (Bengals) dropped from 5th to 12th due to concerns about his backup's quality.
