. 2020 key stats: 4,740 passing yards, 38 passing TDs, 6 INTs, 108.2 passer rating, 82.9 QBR, 8.1 yards per attempt, 308 rushing yards, 2 rushing TDs. Jones has the smarts and athleticism to put it all together and break out, but the limited success in a small sample size makes the 2021 campaign more of a wild card. Mullens started against the Raiders for a short-handed Browns squad in a game just before Christmas with major playoff implications. His arm strength and processing both took huge leaps in Year 2. Burrow had a careful rookie season operating in Cincinnati's offense, curbed by his knee injury. . Wentz was saved a little by his athleticism but 2020 was rough by every passing measure. 2020 key stats: 1,061 passing yards, 6passing TDs, 4INTs, 77.6passer rating, 41.0QBR, 7.2yards per attempt, 354rushing yards, 3rushing TDs. Mike Whitemania was one of those weeks that feels like a fever dream in retrospect. 2021 stats:1 game | 68.6 pct | 250 pass yds | 7.1 ypa | 1 pass TD | 0 INT | 8 rush yds | 0 rush TD | 1 fumble, 2020 final ranking:40 |2019:39 |2018:N/A |2017:N/A |2016:N/A |2015:33 |2014:20 |2013:9. His running ability gives him a high baseline, and he's a solid starting quarterback at worst, which is quite a find for a highly criticized second-round pick. Auburn shows two-deep safeties early in the pre-snap phase, but right before the play begins they walk one of . Like Fitzpatrick, Heinicke's self-belief creates a lot of big plays for both his team and the opposition. Rams QB Matthew Stafford joined Tom Brady and Peyton Manning as the only players in NFL history with 40-plus passing touchdowns in a single season with multiple teams. The reigning MVP has proved to be the NFL's ultimate renaissance man at the position, given his offseason "Jeopardy!" Franks signed with the Atlanta Falcons as an undrafted free agent on May 3, 2021. 2021 stats:14 games | 60.5 pct | 3,010 pass yds | 7.2 ypa | 17 pass TD | 13 INT | 134 rush yds | 1 rush TD | 6 fumbles, 2020 final ranking:11 |2019:24 |2018:12. Has struggling Broncos signal-caller Russell Wilson hit bottom? Herbert got an unexpected early opportunity and gave the Chargers no reason for him to relinquish his status. 2021 stats:2 games | 60.3 pct | 277 pass yds | 4.8 ypa | 1 pass TD | 1 INT | 53 rush yds | 0 rush TD | 0 fumbles, 2020 final ranking:44 |2019:T-48 |2018:N/A. He put together his first two 300-yard games despite making only one start! 2020 key stats (at Alabama):4,500passing yards, 41 passing TDs, 4 INTs, 11.2 yards per attempt. He was laser-focused with an elite trio of wide receivers while in complete command of getting the ball deep with his cannon. Tyrod's star-crossed career continued. Darnoledalso has struggled to handle any kind of pressure well, whether from a opponent's pass rush or being in a big spotlight. Jackson didn't live up to his MVP level from 2019, but he also didn't struggle as much as many perceived. His teams have won only once in his last 13 starts, dating back to 2017. And Tom Brady is among the 19 signal callers who are 6-4. Who was the fattest NFL quarterback? It doesn't surprise me the Titans are standing strong behind him as their starter. Mayfield was the No. 2021 stats:14 games | 66.9 pct | 3,052 pass yds | 7.2 ypa | 18 pass TD | 7 INT | 106 rush yds | 2 rush TD | 1 fumble, 2020 final ranking:29 |2019:19 |2018:N/A |2017:N/A |2016:N/A |2015:24 | 2014: N/A. Betting on himself should pay off, as heshould win the Saints' starting job over non-traditional passer Taysom Hill. Rams QB Matthew Stafford joined Tom Brady and Peyton Manning as the only players in NFL history with 40-plus . Prescott was headed toward a massive first season with Kellen Moore and Mike McCarthy before the heartbreaking ankle injury against the Giants in the fifth game. He's a legitimately tricky backup to deal with, which is more than anyone except Sean Payton should have expected. 2021 stats:7 games | 59.0 pct | 1,170 pass yds | 7.3 ypa | 14 pass TD | 3 INT | 166 rush yds | 1 rush TD | 2 fumbles, 2020 final ranking:N/A |2019:22 |2018:20 |2017:17 |2016:15 |2015:20. 2020 key stats: 3,971passing yards, 26 passing TDs, 12INTs, 94.3 passer rating, 68.9QBR, 7.1yards per attempt, 819rushing yards, 11 rushing TDs. 2021 stats:18 games | 67.2 pct | 5,114 pass yds | 7.5 ypa | 24 pass TD | 15 INT | 147 rush yds | 0 rush TD | 14 fumbles, 2020 final ranking:12 |2019:16 |2018:22 |2017:21 |2016:5 |2015:10 | 2014: N/A. Stroud can prove his mobility, he could be Colts' next QB. They will likely rein him in, however, as Bill Belichick knows he needs Jones to be a caretaker for now with the team's strengths' lying in the running game and the defense. But at only 28, there's plenty of time to get right again and the Colts' run-heavy offense behind a sturdy line will boost him. The 33-year-old made a decent transition from long-time Bengals starter to short-term Cowboys backup. All three of Tampa Bay Buccaneers ' quarterbacks stand at least 6-foot-4. You won't want to miss a moment of the 2022 season! My guess is the Saints aim higher than bringing Winston back, but they could do worse. The highest-paid players on every NFL team for the 2021 season. Marc Sessler previews the 2023 offseason QB market. There are maybe 16 QBs who can win consistently right now, and that number might actually be high when you consider the durability concerns of Lamar Jackson, the age of Matt Ryan and the inconsistency of Kirk Cousins. Fromm may best be remembered as the guy Joe Judge asked to perform a QB sneak from a jumbo formation on third-and-9. At 36, Ryan is now adjusting to the scheme of offensive-minded head coach Arthur Smith and latest new coordinator, Dave Ragone. 2021 stats:5 games | 68.4 pct | 702 pass yds | 7.4 ypa | 5 pass TD | 1 INT | 42 rush yds | 1 rush TD | 1 fumble, 2020 final ranking:N/A |2019:N/A |2018:N/A |2017:N/A |2016:N/A |2015:N/A |2014:N/A |2013:31. He started 11 games at right tackle for the Lions in 2021. I wouldnt expect a player to say anything less, and I wouldnt expect it to happen unless this offseason goes seriously wrong for the Saints. Looking ahead to next season, many teams will have some decisions to make at QB. Lance warmed up in both of his starts, playing better in the second halves. Herbert accelerated his learning curve with his arm, accuracy and athleticism and will do a lot more than avoid a sophomore slump. It wasn't always like this. They also will use zone blocking to give a much-needed jolt to the rushing attack. The missed games and slump knocked him down three spots or so, but he played like a top-10 quarterback to begin and end the season. 2021-06-02T15:24:06Z . Ranking NFL's top 10 quarterbacks of 2021: Patrick Mahomes No. 2021 stats:17 games | 59.6 pct | 3,641 pass yds | 6.0 ypa | 12 pass TD | 17 INT | 334 rush yds | 2 rush TD | 9 fumbles. That will change as he's more unleashed under Zac Taylor, knowing that he's reunited with all-around go-to guy Ja'Marr Chase. Among the names drawing consideration as a top-five draft selection is Will Levis, the senior quarterback out of Kentucky. But as well as he's performed in a great system, there are tworeasons for replacing him with rookiefirst-rounder Trey Lance sometime soon. 2021 stats:3 games | 45.0 pct | 210 pass yds | 3.5 ypa | 1 pass TD | 3 INT | 65 rush yds | 0 rush TD | 2 fumbles. Cleveland installed a more QB-friendly run-heavy attack, facilitating Mayfield's play via play-action and bootlegs. He also is an explosive runner whenever things break down too much. That doesn't erase the gains that came in his other 15 starts, where his pocket passing took a huge step forward. Stafford got a smidge too much credit during a regular season in which his week-to-week consistency didn't match his numbers. The fact that Rodgers has won four MVPs and made just one trip to the Super Bowl is a reminder that nothing is promised for youngsters like Joe Burrow, Josh Allen and Justin Herbert, no matter how brilliant they are individually. Jimmy G's time in San Francisco has had some great moments, including helping to take a high-level all-around offense to the Super Bowl. If I was picking one quarterback for next season, the next five seasons or the next 10 seasons, I'd take Mahomes. 2020 key stats (at BYU):3,692 passing yards, 33 passing TDs, 3INTs, 11.0 yards per attempt, 254 rushing yards, 10rushing TDs. 2021 stats:12 games | 59.9 pct | 2,527 pass yds | 6.2 ypa | 9 pass TD | 13 INT | 222 rush yds | 5 rush TD | 9 fumbles, 2020 final ranking:36 |2019:26 |2018:24. He is expected to be back at full strength and much of the Cowboys' success in 2021 will ride on his arm and legs. So maybe he's not big big, but he is one of the heaviest active quarterbacks in the NFL. Cowboys QB Dak Prescott: $40 million 4. The final box score doesn't look bad, but his limitations and desire to throw as fast as possible made the Steelers' offense incredibly limited. 10. He has put all his immense physical skills together, converting his arm and athleticism into a force capable of taking over games. I can't bring myself to rank Herbert's 2021 any lower than this. A star with Oregon during his college days, Crosby was a fifth-round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes: $45 million 2. Lawrence was unable to overcome his brutal surroundings, and the flashes of his elite talent were too rare until his great Week 18 capper. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. 2021 stats:21 games | 67.7 pct | 6,074 pass yds | 8.2 ypa | 50 pass TD | 20 INT | 85 rush yds | 2 rush TD | 5 fumbles, 2020 final ranking:13 |2019:9 |2018:16 |2017:8 |2016:8 |2015:19 | 2014: 17 | 2013: 13. McCoy proved he can still execute the game plan and play with a lead, even providing a few big plays. Allen left little doubt with his remarkable age-25 third season. His backup, Colt McCoy, is 2-1 as a starter this year with a completion percentage in the mid 70s. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. He launches the ball sixty yards with ease, he makes defenders miss while moving, and can roll left . The perception is that he struggled as a rookie, but the numbers above paint a more nuanced story. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. Mahomes entered the Matrix for 10 nearly flawless playoff quarters, and then he became the primary reason the Chiefs self-immolated in the AFC Championship Game. It feels like a matter of when, not if, Jackson gets his money. 2021 stats:17 games | 67.0 pct | 3,968 pass yds | 7.1 ypa | 20 pass TD | 12 INT | 82 rush yds | 1 rush TD | 11 fumbles, 2020 final ranking:14 |2019:12 |2018:8 |2017:9 |2016:2 |2015:15 | 2014: 9 | 2013: 11. 3 overall pick from 2018 must do plenty after not showing much for the Jets, as limited as they were, for the past three seasons. See the complete pecking order entering Week 12, 1-32. When comes to special runners at the position, the 23-year-old Murray stands out as much as Jackson with his speed,quickness and elusiveness. . New offensive-minded head coach Nick Sirianni will improve the balance with the rushing attack to make the system more QB-friendly for Hurts' dual threat. He also has the personality to handle the pressure that comes with trying to be the latest Jets savior at the game's most important position. Walker starts and 8-23 with anyone else under center. Ravens GM Eric Decosta said in January they are working at "Lamar's pace" on a new contract in "an unusual negotiation," because Jackson is representing himself. Missing five starts down the stretch was disappointing, but he's going to be learning a new offense in 2022 anyhow. Young, whose resume includes a Heisman Trophy, a 23-4 record as a starter while toiling in college football's most competitive conference and 80 TD passes, was listed last season at 6-0 and 194 . He did not really perform in many drills, but the drills he did perform in he looked mediocre. Rodgers would be crazy to leave Matt LaFleur, because the last two seasons have been among the sharpest of Rodgers' career, improving his efficiency without sacrificing his moments of inspired brilliance. Pass velocity and the amount of zip a QB can put on a pass were factors in the ranking, as was the ability to hit the deep ball. He also is underrated as an athlete and runner. After Joe Burrow's third straight win over Patrick Mahomes, where does Marc Sessler slot the Bengals star in his updated quarterback rankings? This is not Mike Glennon. Even if there are limitations, Tannehill made his teammates better this year, especially one of the worst pass-blocking offensive lines in football. At the bottom end of the rankings . 5) Los Angeles Rams. 2021 stats:17 games | 67.8 pct | 4,703 pass yds | 7.4 ypa | 38 pass TD | 11 INT | 173 rush yds | 2 rush TD | 15 fumbles, 2020 final ranking:16 |2019:11 |2018:18 |2017:20 |2016:7, Dak's play sunk after a Week 6 calf injury, but his struggles ran deeper than the injury. No quarterback has ever left the game playing this well, and hes 44 years old. 1. I think the following teams absolutely need to make an upgrade in the offseason: Lions (Jared Goff), Steelers (Ben Roethlisberger), Browns (Baker Mayfield), Broncos (Teddy Bridgewater) and Panthers (Sam Darnold/Cam Newton). Nine teams and 17 seasons after breaking in as a seventh-round pick under Mike Martz in St. Louis, Fitzmagic left a legacy unlike any other quarterback of his generation. See the full pecking order, 1-32, heading into Week 18. Stroud, a two-time Heisman Trophy candidate, was one of the best quarterbacks in college football . Siemian finished with 200 dropbacks and ended up 25th out of 38 qualifiers in PFF's passing grades, ahead of Baker Mayfield, Jared Goff, Taylor Heinicke and the top two picks in the last year's draft. 2021 stats:17 games | 68.9 pct | 4,340 pass yds | 7.8 ypa | 37 pass TD | 4 INT | 101 rush yds | 3 rush TD | 4 fumbles, 2020 final ranking:1 |2019:7 |2018:5 |2017:11 |2016:3 |2015:9 | 2014: 1 | 2013: T-4. Minshew played almost exactly as expected in two spot starts, lighting up the Jets with short passes and competing well against pressure while playing with backups against the Cowboys starters in Week 18. Early years. Rodgers is the MVP this season. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Tannenbaum's final QB rankings: Who is in line to be a 2022 starter? Tagovailoa proved he was an NFL starting quarterback in his second season, which is no small feat for a player with physical limitations. The same is true for Herbert's overtime thriller against the Chiefs. He also should improve his decision-making with two full years behind him in Kliff Kingsbury's offense. 2021 stats:9 games | 74.7 pct | 740 pass yds | 7.5 ypa | 3 pass TD | 1 INT | 37 rush yds | 0 rush TD | 4 fumbles, 2020 final ranking:T-48 |2019:50 |2018:N/A |2017:N/A |2016:N/A |2015:N/A |2014:N/A |2013:N/A. Where does 49ers rookie Brock Purdy slot in after beating Tom Brady in his first NFL start? The former Louisville offensive tackle parlayed that incredible performance into the 11th overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft from the New York Jets. Tom Brady has rarely been among the NFL's highest-paid quarterbacks, but he has been in the league long enough to have the most career earnings. This category is all about the biggest arms in the NFL. 2020 key stats: 4,544 passing yards, 37passing TDs, 10 INTs, 107.2 passer rating, 81.7 QBR, 7.8yards per attempt, 421 rushing yards, 8 rushing TDs. Who is rising, and who is falling, after each week's game slate? Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports By Michael Renner Apr 19, 2021 As we enter the 2021 season, the tallest quarterback in the league is New York Giants' backup Mike Glennon,. This situation has the feel of Goff taking more lumps and makingroom for a rookie replacement in 2022. That's faster than the 5.28 seconds Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady ran it in. See the complete Week 17 pecking order, 1-32, in this edition of the QB Index. If he played that well through the regular season, he'd have contended for MVP. 2021 stats:18 games | 66.8 pct | 4,345 pass yds | 8.4 ypa | 22 pass TD | 15 INT | 56 rush yds | 3 rush TD | 8 fumbles, 2020 final ranking:T-30 |2019:15 |2018:N/A |2017:12 |2016:N/A |2015:N/A | 2014: N/A. 1. It often felt as if the Cardinals relied on Murray to create incandescent plays on his own; otherwise, the offense got stuck in quicksand. He's an NFL quarterback now, which is no small feat. There's been a ton of hype over what he can do in Sean McVay's offense, but that's discounting for the recent impressive highs in Detroit. Goff made do with a rag-tag group of receivers led by fourth-round rookie Amon-Ra St. Brown and a bunch of castoffs. 3-7, and Stafford gets extra credit for playing so well in the playoffs. Unlike, say, Kirk Cousins or Ryan Tannehill, it's hard to say which Mayfield will show up in a given week or season. One way is if the Patriots eventually face Richardson on the field. Stafford, the 2009 No. At 37, his wisdom and intelligence remain major assets, rebooted by a QB-friendly offense operated by Matt LaFleur. He erred on the side of being too conservative under Sean Payton, just starting to loosen up before the injury. 2 overall pick status behind Lawrence. 2021 stats:17 games | 62.4 pct | 3,563 pass yds | 6.9 ypa | 27 pass TD | 7 INT | 215 rush yds | 1 rush TD | 8 fumbles, 2020 final ranking:35 |2019:10 |2018:14 |2017:3 |2016:25. He was a two-way player. 2021 stats:6 games | 50.0 pct | 149 pass yds | 4.4 ypa | 2 pass TD | 0 INT | -1 rush yds | 0 rush TD | 1 fumble, 2020 final ranking:47 |2019:T-48 |2018:N/A |2017:N/A |2016:N/A. Following the thinking ofhis offensive-minded coach, Jon Gruden, there is something missing with Carr, even though the numbers seem complete. But at 24, he needs to show the Giants he's a long-term keeper. The future of the NFL combine: Is there really a chance it could end forever? With the quick rise of Herbert and Burrow, there will be a lot of pressure for Tagovailoa to come through for a returning 10-6 team. He was up for the challenge, even if the Browns ran an extremely conservative offense. Instead, he'll have to settle for knowing he played his absolute best in the moments that mattered most. He was drafted in the sixth round by the New York Jets, but never made the regular season roster and went to Indianapolis for a year. Staying competitive against tough defenses and beating down the bad ones will usually keep a backup quarterback employed for a long time. 2021 stats:5 games | 63.8 pct | 422 pass yds | 8.9 ypa | 3 pass TD | 1 INT | -8 rush yds | 0 rush TD | 1 fumble, 2020 final ranking:N/A |2019:N/A |2018:N/A |2017:N/A. Even so, credit Dallas for finishing unbeaten against the NFC East, the first such season for the Cowboys since 1998. Lawrence is the latest No. Against Atlanta and Seattle, Boyle looked like someone who would stick around for at least a few more years. 2021 stats:6 games | 57.4 pct | 1,154 pass yds | 6.1 ypa | 11 pass TD | 3 INT | 20 rush yds | 1 rush TD | 3 fumbles, 2020 final ranking:N/A |2019:55 |2018:N/A |2017:31 |2016:22|2015:N/A. A study in 2016 showed that the average NFL quarterback was 6' 3" and 225 pounds. Touted as the best QB prospect since John Elway for a long time, Lawrence's physical tools are off the charts, the modern prototype with his size, arm, accuracy and athleticism. Which big-name signal-callers could be on the move in the coming months? If Goff is your guy, the search continues for The Guy. How high has Patrick Mahomes climbed? The Jake Fromm State Farm jokes were tired after a few hours, and then there wasnt much left to talk about. There's a perception the Lions didn't give him much passing help and he will be transformative with his new team, but the reality is there's enough sample size to know one already has seen the best of him. True backups will not be included, though teams with multiple legitimate starting options might have multiple QBs listed in the rankings. 1 overall pick is just getting warmed up for a top-flight career. Bridgewater was the best choice for Denver over Drew Lock because it needs more conservative play and fewer mistakes to win games vs. forcing bigger pass plays. 2020 key stats (at Clemson):3,153 passing yards, 24 passing TDs, 5INTs, 9.4yards per attempt, 203rushing yards, 8rushing TDs. Coach Bruce Arians, I respectfully see it differently. White is now entering his fifth season, and his 400-yard outing against the Bengals could keep him in the league for five more. RB Index: Constructing the perfect NFL running back. . This is who he is: a high-end backup who will rise and fall based on his teammates and the opponent, same as it ever was. Dak Prescott's contract was one of the biggest questions heading into the 2021 season . Matt Nagy seems set on Dalton starting because of experience, but it would surprise no one if there's a 180 toward Fields right away. Bills QB Josh Allen: $43 million 3. He is a strong MVP candidate in 2021. Whether he can be better than that is the question the Giants need to answer. 2020 key stats: 4,265passing yards, 35passing TDs, 13 INTs, 105.0passer rating, 63.2QBR, 8.3yards per attempt. This is the final, post-Super Bowl rankings of every quarterback who started a game this season -- based on play from the 2021 regular season and the playoffs. Mahomes is king again at age 25 and may not be dethroned for a long time. Flags fly forever Los Angeles went all-in and won a Lombardi trophy, but now their decision-makers will have to chart a new course of action. Football is weird. Aidan's biggest negative will be his lack of mobility. 2020 key stats: 1,814 passing yards, 11passing TDs, 5INTs, 87.1passer rating, 52.5QBR, 6.3yards per attempt, 109 rushing yards, 3rushing TDs. The Jets have invested plenty in the line and receiving corps. 2021 stats:6 games | 60.4 pct | 787 pass yds | 7.1 ypa | 2 pass TD | 2 INT | 53 rush yds | 2 rush TD | 2 fumbles. 1 overall pick in 2018,got back on track in Year 3 thanks to some of the same offensive concepts that have helped Tannehill and the QB with whom offensive-minded coach Kevin Stefanski worked before Mayfield, Kirk Cousins. The Raiders help him with an approach centered around the running game. The list will be accompanied each week by some of the biggest takeaways and lingering thoughts from the recent performances under center, including what both the tape and numbers say about some of the game's starting quarterbacks. If I was to guess Teddy's numbers for the season before it started, they might have looked like the stats above. 2021 stats:12 games | 58.9 pct | 1,870 pass yds | 6.9 ypa | 7 pass TD | 10 INT | 420 rush yds | 2 rush TD | 12 fumbles. He has settled in at 63.3% in 2021 and 2022, which I believe is close to his true talent level. Darnold has been sloppy with his accuracy and decision-making, a tendency that did show up at times at USC. What stands out about this throw is the timing, the rhythm, and the anticipation. 2028 2027 2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 All Types Cap Hits Total Cash Base Salaries Signing Cash Roster Option Restructure Workout Incentive Average Guaranteed GTD at Signing Dead Money . He remained the game's most dangerous runner at the position until he found his late groove. Until there's some kind of clarity on Watson's on-field future tied to the concerning off-field developments, he takes his worthy high spot on the list. Wilson had an amazing final college season as a passer and runner that propelled him into No.