Look: Carson Palmer Names The Best Quarterback In NFL Right Now
GLENDALE, ARIZONA - SEPTEMBER 29: Former Arizona Cardinals quarterback Carson Palmer speaks during his induction into the team's Ring of Honor during halftime of the NFL football game between the Arizona Cardinals and Seattle Seahawks at State Farm Stadium on September 29, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Ralph Freso/Getty Images)
If you were to ask most fans who they thought the best quarterback in the NFL right now was, chances are they would say either Patrick Mahomes or Jalen Hurts.
After all, both of the signal-callers have led their respective teams to this year's Super Bowl. They are both finalists for the MVP award this season, posting impressive numbers in the regular season as well as the playoffs.
Ask former NFL QB Carson Palmer, and he'll go in a different direction.
In an appearance on The Jim Rome Show, Palmer gave his case for why he thinks Joe Burrow is the league's best quarterback.
"I think what makes [Burrow] the best quarterback in the league right now is his poise," said the 2002 Hesiman winner.
Palmer also said that Burrow's deceptive athleticism allows him to extend plays, as defenders often take poor angles in pursuit.
The former Cardinals, Raiders and Bengals QB noted how well Burrow played last season as he led the Bengals to the Super Bowl.
"He was magical in the pocket. He would always seem to keep his eyes downfield, not look at the rush, and find the soft spot in the pocket to deliver the ball accurately down the field."
Burrow may not be playing in Sunday's Super Bowl, but he has one former Bengals great in his corner.
