Some quarterbacks have cannons for arms, others have legs that move like they’re in a Fast & Furious movie, and some just have that “it” factor.
Today, we’re ranking all 32 starting quarterbacks in the NFL purely on talent. Not legacy, not Super Bowl rings—just what they bring to the field on any given Sunday. Let the arguments begin.
32. Maybe Justin Fields?! (New York Jets)
The Jets have officially released Aaron Rodgers and signed Justin Fields, but will he be the starter come September 2025?! Honestly, we have no idea.
31. Sam Darnold (Seattle Seahawks)
With Geno Smith leaving for Vegas, the Seattle Seahawks have officially signed Sam Darnold. The question now is will he be the Sam Darnold of 2024 or will he be the Sam Darnold of basically every other year he’s been in the NFL?!
30. Shedeur Sanders / Aaron Rodgers (New York Giants)
If Rodgers somehow ends up here, this ranking shoots up just a tad. If it’s Shedeur, we’ll see if he can handle the NFL spotlight.
29. Bryce Young (Carolina Panthers)
Bryce Young has struggled his first couple of years in the league, but his talent is still there. He just needs, you know, an actual offensive line.
28. JJ McCarthy (Minnesota Vikings)
Kirk Cousins 2.0? He’s got the tools, but the Vikings will have to develop him properly. We’ll have to wait and see.
27. Baker Mayfield (Tampa Bay Buccaneers)
Plays with attitude, can light it up at times, but inconsistency keeps him from ranking higher.
26. Bo Nix (Denver Broncos)
Sean Payton handpicked him, so he must see something. We’ll find out if he’s the real deal or another Broncos QB experiment gone wrong.
25. Jared Goff (Detroit Lions)
Plays within the system, makes the right throws, and doesn’t try to be a hero. It works for Detroit, and that’s what matters.
24. Drake Maye (New England Patriots)
High ceiling, but we have no clue what the Patriots will look like in the post-Belichick era.
23. We Don’t Know Yet (Pittsburgh Steelers)
Russell Wilson may return to Pittsburgh, but it looks like he’s out the door. Will Aaron Rodgers end up signing here? Time will tell.
22. Derek Carr (New Orleans Saints)
Has all the tools but somehow still ends up as “just solid.” The Saints will win 9-10 games, and Carr will throw for 4,000 yards. Rinse and repeat.
21. Michael Penix Jr. (Atlanta Falcons)
The deep ball maestro. If his knees hold up, he could be a steal for Atlanta.
20. Will Levis… Maybe (Tennessee Titans)
Rocket arm, confidence for days, and a love for mayonnaise in coffee. One of those things does not belong.
19. Anthony Richardson or Daniel Jones (Indianapolis Colts)
If he can stay healthy, his blend of athleticism and arm strength is terrifying. But that’s a big “if.” Will Daniel Jones end up taking his spot?
18. Caleb Williams (Chicago Bears)
He hasn’t played a snap yet, but the talent is undeniable. If his confidence translates to the NFL, Chicago finally has their guy.
17. Deshaun Watson/Jameis Winston (Cleveland Browns)
Watson should be higher, but he hasn’t looked like his old self. If Jameis plays, we get a rollercoaster of brilliance and chaos.
16. Geno Smith (Las Vegas Raiders)
One of the best comeback stories in recent history. Late-career Geno is a completely different beast and now that he’s heading to Las Vegas, good things may be on the horizon.
15. Brock Purdy (San Francisco 49ers)
The “Mr. Irrelevant” title is long gone. He might be in the perfect system, but you can’t deny how efficient and composed he is.
14. Tua Tagovailoa (Miami Dolphins)
Deadly accurate, quick decision-maker, and thrives in Miami’s offense. If he stays healthy, he’s a top-10 talent.
13. Jordan Love (Green Bay Packers)
He spent three years cooking on the bench and came out looking like a franchise QB. His deep ball is chef’s kiss.
12. Matthew Stafford (Los Angeles Rams)
Arm talent is still elite, and if his body holds up, he can still throw absolute darts at age 36.
11. Kyler Murray (Arizona Cardinals)
A human joystick when healthy. He just needs a good team around him and maybe fewer Call of Duty releases during the season.
10. Dak Prescott (Dallas Cowboys)
Somehow always disrespected despite consistently putting up elite numbers. When he’s on, he’s as good as anyone.
9. Trevor Lawrence (Jacksonville Jaguars)
Flashes brilliance but still hasn’t quite put it all together. If he can avoid slow starts to the season, he could be in the elite tier soon.
8. Jalen Hurts (Philadelphia Eagles)
Elite dual-threat QB who squats more than your favorite lineman. The QB sneak should be renamed “The Hurts Special.”
7. C.J. Stroud (Houston Texans)
Two years in and he’s already playing like a top-10 quarterback. Ridiculously poised, deadly accurate, and doesn’t flinch under pressure.
6. Justin Herbert (Los Angeles Chargers)
Looks like he was built in a quarterback factory. Has the arm of a superhero but needs a team that won’t let him down every year.
5. Jayden Daniels (Washington Commanders)
Jayden Daniels had an incredible rookie year and appears to have all the tools necessary to be a very good quarterback in the NFL.
4. Joe Burrow (Cincinnati Bengals)
Cooler than your favorite rapper, and his accuracy is surgical. If his offensive line ever decides to protect him, he might actually survive an entire season.
3. Josh Allen (Buffalo Bills)
An alien with a bazooka for an arm who can also run you over like a fullback. The turnovers can be wild, but you live with it because he can make every throw imaginable.
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2. Lamar Jackson (Baltimore Ravens)
The most electrifying runner at QB since Michael Vick, except Lamar also has an MVP and has evolved as a passer. Good luck trying to tackle him in space.
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1. Patrick Mahomes (Kansas City Chiefs)
There’s Mahomes, then there’s everybody else. No one makes ridiculous throws look so casual. Off-platform, underhand, or with his eyes closed—he’s the ultimate cheat code at QB.
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