Only a select few quarterbacks in the NFL make other teams second-guess everything about their own starter. These guys don’t just rack up wins—they move merch, pack stadiums, and keep opposing GMs awake at night, wondering what it would take to land them.
They’re the kind of quarterbacks you don’t trade unless someone brings a truckload of picks—and maybe a little more. These are the 10 current NFL QBs so valuable, most teams wouldn’t think twice about making a deal to upgrade their future.
10. Jordan Love
He had a slow start, but Love looked like a future star once he found his rhythm. Green Bay might’ve done it again, and every other team is paying close attention.
9. Trevor Lawrence
He looks like the guy who could dominate the AFC for a decade when locked in. He’s got the tools, the calm, and the potential to lead a Super Bowl run.
8. C.J. Stroud
Stroud played like a ten-year vet in his rookie season and didn’t flinch in big moments. He’s the kind of young leader that franchises build around for years.
7. Justin Herbert
Herbert’s arm talent is off the charts; when he’s on, it’s a show. He can put up video game numbers and lead deep playoff runs with the right support.
6. Jalen Hurts
Tough, composed, and a nightmare to defend in the red zone, Hurts brings leadership and grit. His dual-threat abilities make him a top option for teams craving versatility at quarterback.
5. Jayden Daniels
The hype is real, and Daniels’ electric style already has fans and execs extremely excited about his long-term ceiling. He’s the player who can completely shift a franchise’s trajectory for decades.
4. Joe Burrow
Injuries aside, Burrow is calm, confident, and entirely in control. He’s got that swagger and accuracy that makes defenses—and rival GMs—nervous.
3. Josh Allen
The ultimate weapon at quarterback, Allen can bulldoze you for a first down or drop a 60-yard bomb like it’s nothing. He’s a unicorn that almost every team would sell the farm for.
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2. Lamar Jackson
He’s a two-time MVP with video game-level speed and underrated arm talent. Teams dream of building an offense around his one-of-one skill set.
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1. Patrick Mahomes
Come on, was there ever a doubt? Mahomes is the face of the league, and there isn’t a front office in the NFL that wouldn’t throw the kitchen sink at the Chiefs for even a chance to get him.
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