Quarterback is supposed to be the most high-pressure position in all sports, but some guys made it look like a Sunday afternoon stroll. These quarterbacks didn’t just run offenses—they radiated calm, cracked jokes in the huddle, and kept everyone calm when things got tense.
These guys never seemed rattled, whether it was their body language, off-field demeanor, or just how unfazed they looked down six with a minute to go. Here’s a ranking of the 20 chillest quarterbacks to sling it, based on pure laid-back vibes and effortless composure.
20. Carson Palmer
Never too high, never too low, Palmer had the energy of a guy just happy to be playing ball. Even when things got chaotic, he looked like he’d rather be on the back nine somewhere.
19. Chad Pennington
Pennington never had the biggest arm, but he had a PhD in staying calm. He quietly ran the offense like he explained it at a dinner party.
18. Marc Bulger
Bulger wasn’t flashy but moved the chains and never got flustered. Total “I’m good either way” energy on every play.
17. Teddy Bridgewater
Teddy’s demeanor has always been smooth and steady, no matter the jersey or the situation. You could drop him into any team, and he’d instantly lower his blood pressure.
16. Steve Beuerlein
One of those quarterbacks who always looked like he just woke up from a nap and still made the right read. Pure chill in the pocket before it was trendy.
15. Nick Foles
Foles won a Super Bowl and seemed surprised he was even in the game. He played like a guy filling in for his buddy and still nailed it.
14. Marcus Mariota
Mariota always came across as if nothing could really bother him—not media, mistakes, or pressure. A total zen quarterback, even when things got messy.
13. Jim Plunkett
Plunkett’s calm leadership helped the Raiders win two Super Bowls, and he barely cracked a smile doing it. Cool, collected, and built for the big stage.
12. Ken Anderson
Anderson’s game was precise, but his vibes were pure relaxation. He looked more like a jazz musician than an NFL quarterback most Sundays.
11. Doug Flutie
Flutie played with total backyard football energy and never took himself too seriously. He always looked like he was just out there having fun, no matter how big the moment was.
10. Jeff Garcia
Garcia had a chill energy that balanced out some pretty chaotic teams. He ran around a lot, but never panicked—just kept it moving.
9. Jalen Hurts
Hurts might be the calmest quarterback of his generation. Whether it’s a playoff game or a postgame interview, his heartbeat never changes.
8. Troy Aikman
Aikman had an ice-cold demeanor behind center and in the booth. Even during the Cowboys’ wildest years, he was the eye of the storm.
7. Randall Cunningham
Cunningham did incredible things on the field and looked like he barely broke a sweat doing them. He made it all look casual, even when it wasn’t.
6. Justin Herbert
Herbert’s got rocket arm talent with surfer-dude vibes. He might throw for 300 yards and never once raise his voice.
5. Warren Moon
Moon’s poise was unmatched, and he made the position look effortless. His calm under pressure set the tone for every offense he led.
4. Joe Burrow
Cooler than the other side of the pillow—even when the Bengals weren’t good. Burrow walks, talks, and plays like someone who never overthinks anything.
3. Joe Montana
They called him Joe Cool, and it wasn’t a joke. No moment was too big, and no panic ever appeared on his face.
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2. Aaron Rodgers
Whatever you think about him off the field, Rodgers has always played like he’s in total control. He’s been on cruise control since 2008.
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1. Dan Marino
Marino slung it around with the swagger of a guy who didn’t care what the defense was doing. Quick release, quicker wit—he was always the chillest guy in the building.
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