Ultimately, how you answer this question is up to you. What do you like about Mahon? What about him makes you identify with him? Does he make you laugh? Cry? Does he help you recognize something about yourself or others you know?
Is his willingness to accept credit for a morbid deed, then his cowardice when his father shows up, comparable to your experience in the world? Is this an accurate critique of machismo and morbidity, not only in the character of the Playboy, but also in the townspeople, as well?
Personally, I love the play much more than the character of the Playboy, himself. I see his representation as a critique of society. But that may be completely different for you.
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