Marquez Valdes-Scantling asserts he ‘helped’ Aaron Rodgers and Patrick Mahomes win MVP awards

Despite relinquishing his ties with both Aaron Rodgers and Patrick Mahomes, veteran wideout Marquez Valdes-Scantling believes he was key contributor in both players winning various accolades.

Marquez Valdes-Scantling asserts he ‘helped’ Aaron Rodgers and Patrick Mahomes win MVP awards

L: Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Aaron Rodgers playing for the Packers, R: Patrick Mahomes and Marquez Valdes-Scantling playing for the Chiefs (Via Imago)

When thinking about the key people who contributed to the Kansas City Chiefs’ back-to-back Super Bowl-winning campaigns, most fans would mention Patrick Mahomes, Andy Reid, and Travis Kelce. There aren’t many who would throw Marquez Valdes-Scantling‘s name in the mix.

The Chiefs have had a locker room full of quality players since coach Reid and general manager Brett Veach took over and won three Lombardis. Valdes-Scantling believes that he was one of the key members of the side who helped win them the silverware.

YouTube video
I’ve helped them elevate their games in different facets. I helped Aaron [Rodgers] win a couple [of] MVPs. I helped Pat [Patrick Mahomes] win MVP, [and a couple of] Super Bowls. My resume speaks for itself, too. [It] ain’t a one-way thing, man. I put up some big numbers with these guys. Made some big plays for these guys. It all works out on both ends. And it’s not a fluke. It’s happened everywhere.
Marquez Valdes-Scantling told Tyler Dunne of Go Long.com

On paper, his statement does have weight behind it. Aaron Rodgers won two consecutive NFL MVPs in 2020 and 2021 when MVS was part of the Green Bay Packers. Then the following year he switched to the Chiefs, and Patrick Mahomes won two Super Bowls and a Super Bowl MVP.

FS Video
RELATED
Patrick Mahomes has a fitting response to Raiders’ disrespectful Kermit doll video
Patrick Mahomes' response to Raiders' disrespectful Kermit doll video

Is Marquez Valdes Scantling correct about his contribution to Aaron Rodgers and Patrick Mahomes’ MVP wins?

It’s no secret that both Rodgers and Mahomes won various accolades when Valdes-Scantling was one of their main wideout targets. However, the underlying numbers reveal a different picture.

Marquez Valdes-Scantling asserts he 'helped' Aaron Rodgers & Patrick Mahomes win MVP awards
Marquez Valdes-Scantling (Image via IMAGO)

For example, in 2020, MVS had 33 receptions, 690 yards, and 6 touchdowns, which were 4th, 2nd, and 3rd best in the Packers team, which dropped to 26 receptions, 430 yards, and 3 touchdowns the following year.

In his first year with Patrick Mahomes, Valdes-Scantling slightly improved, recording 687 yards from 42 receptions and 2 touchdowns. Those numbers significantly dropped in 2023, with 21 receptions for 315 yards and only 1 touchdown in the entire regular season. According to Pro Football Network, MVS dropped 8 passes from Mahomes.

Despite the dwindling numbers, let’s not take away credit where it’s due. During the AFC Championship game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Valdes-Scantling racked up 6 catches for 116 yards and one touchdown, helping the Chiefs reach the Super Bowl.

MVS left the Chiefs in March and signed with the Buffalo Bills. He has the chance to prove himself as a No. 1 wide receiver, taking over from Stefon Diggs, who left for Houston.

In case you missed it: