Jeff Christensen has worked with Patrick Mahomes long enough to understand how enormous a comparison to the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback sounds. He went there anyway with Drew Mestemaker.
The quarterback trainer offered a glowing assessment of Oklahoma State’s rising star during a segment with Jason Whitlock. Christensen praised nearly every part of Mestemaker’s throwing motion, then explained why his memory and decision-making have him thinking even bigger.
Jeff Christensen Sees Rare Potential in Drew Mestemaker
Christensen recalled telling Mahomes years ago that his talent gave him a chance to reach the very top of the sport.
“I said, ‘You have the skill to be the greatest quarterback ever born, son. You just have it.’ This kid here is the second,” Christensen said, referring to Mestemaker.
“Could he surpass Josh Allen? 100% for sure… His ability to process information… is off the grid.” – Patrick Mahomes’ QB trainer & football guru Jeff Christensen on Drew Mestemaker. https://t.co/QgUlluBn8i
— Jason Whitlock (@jasonwhitlock) October 28, 2026
That is a considerable amount of expectation to put on a college quarterback. Christensen’s assessment concerned Mestemaker’s potential, with his explanation rooted in the details of how the Oklahoma State passer throws and learns.
He also entertained the possibility that Mestemaker could surpass Josh Allen and compared him with Matthew Stafford, describing the two as “very, very, very similar.”
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Christensen repeatedly used the word “perfect” while breaking down Mestemaker’s mechanics, praising his foot strike, torso, shoulder positioning, and finish.
“He just doesn’t know why. He’s just a talented kid,” Christensen said. “This kid is paying attention to everything.”
Mestemaker has already drawn Josh Allen comparisons with his throws at Oklahoma State. Christensen’s enthusiasm went deeper than the impressive arm talent that shows up in a highlight clip.
Mestemaker’s Recall and Coachability Stand Out
Christensen said he had discussed Mestemaker’s processing ability at length with head coach Eric Morris. He singled out the quarterback’s ability to recognize a situation, remember a previous mistake, and change his decision before releasing the ball.
“His recall, his ability to process information, his ability to not repeat mistakes two or three times in a row, if ever, is off the grid,” Christensen said.
He described a play in which Mestemaker began to throw, pulled the ball back, and found another receiver. Asked afterward why he passed up the initial route, the quarterback referenced a similar defensive picture from two weeks earlier and the possibility of a linebacker waiting in the throwing lane.
For Christensen, that demonstrated a player applying an earlier lesson while a new play unfolded in seconds. A powerful arm attracts attention quickly. Remembering why a throw might be dangerous gives a quarterback a chance to keep using it.
Mestemaker’s recent production has supplied plenty of reasons to watch. Against Colorado on Oct. 24, he completed 21 of 36 passes for 386 yards and four touchdowns without an interception in Oklahoma State’s 57-24 victory. He currently has a PFN CFB QB Impact Grade of 82.8, which ranks 33rd in the nation.
Christensen also praised what motivates him.
“He’s not impressed by money. He’s not impressed by awards. He loves competing and loves having fun with his teammates,” he said.
“Loves being coached hard.”
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The Mahomes comparison will understandably get the attention. Christensen’s explanation gives Mestemaker something much more specific to build on. Keep learning, recognize the next defensive trap, and make the throw that keeps the offense moving.
