Certain talents emerge and change the game forever.
Jim Brown's combination of size, speed and athleticism redefined the standard for everyone who followed.
Lawrence Taylor revolutionized how to rush and protect the passer.
Peyton Manning's cerebral approach advanced how quarterbacks prepare and the amount of responsibility placed on the position.
Patrick Mahomes is now redefining how we view the game's most important position.
His breathtaking performance Monday during the Kansas City Chiefs' 27-23 victory over the rival Denver Broncos at Mile High Stadium only solidified his ascendency.
The evolution of professional football is geared 100 percent toward quarterbacks and offensive play.