Football fans can hold a grudge like nobody’s business—whether it’s for being overrated, cocky, or a drama magnet. Sometimes, it’s simply because a quarterback torched your team one too many times, and they never really shake the hate.
From infamous flops to arrogant stars, these are the quarterbacks that still get booed in barbershops, living rooms, and Reddit threads across the country. Some of them had talent, some of them had attitude, and all of them could drive fans wild.
20. Matt Leinart
He was a college football legend who fizzled fast in the NFL. Fans never quite forgave the hype that didn’t pan out.
19. Cam Newton
Some people loved the dab and the swagger, but plenty thought he was too much. His post-Super Bowl pout didn’t exactly help his case either.
18. Carson Wentz
The fall from MVP favorite to locker room scapegoat was steep and messy. Fans still point fingers at him when talking about Philly’s rollercoaster ride.
17. Jay Cutler
That arm was electric, but his body language was pure indifference. Fans couldn’t tell if he cared—and that drove them up the wall.
16. Deshaun Watson
No matter what happens on the field, off-field headlines have left a lasting stain. A lot of fans simply can’t separate the two.
15. Tim Tebow
The media circus was loud, the throws were wobbly, and the playoff miracle only fueled the fire. For every fan who adored him, another rolled their eyes endlessly.
14. Eli Manning
Yes, he won two Super Bowls, but he also threw a ton of picks and wore that same blank stare in every situation. Some fans still insist he coasted on good timing and lucky catches.
13. Ryan Leaf
One of the biggest busts in NFL history, and boy, did he not take it well. His attitude was almost as infamous as his stat line.
12. Dak Prescott
Cowboys fans either love him or scream at their TVs every Sunday. Outside of Dallas, he’s become a lightning rod for debates that never end.
11. Jameis Winston
Too many picks, too much weirdness, and way too many “what was that?” moments. Fans just haven’t fully bought in, no matter how entertaining he is.
10. Ben Roethlisberger
Steelers Nation backed him to the end, but the rest of the NFL had a very different opinion. Between the accusations and the on-field smugness, the loathing was real.
9. Mark Sanchez
The “Butt Fumble” lives rent-free in football fans’ heads forever. That one play alone sealed his spot on this list.
8. Colin Kaepernick
Supporters call him a trailblazer; critics still won’t let it go. He became a cultural flashpoint in a league that thrives on controversy.
7. Sam Darnold
The ghost-seeing quote did him no favors, and the disappointment followed. Fans in New York don’t forget easily, and Carolina didn’t help his rep. Things went better in Minnesota, but we’ll have to wait and see what Seattle fans will think of him.
6. Mac Jones
It didn’t take long for the criticism to pile up. From questionable throws to sideline antics, fans seem to enjoy piling on.
5. Baker Mayfield
He planted flags, clapped back at critics, and strutted like a star. But the rollercoaster play made it easy for fans to turn on him.
4. Russell Wilson
The “Mr. Unlimited” video alone made him a meme. Add in the cringy quotes and a rough Denver debut, and fans jumped off the bandwagon fast.
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3. Aaron Rodgers
Incredible talent, no question. But the smug interviews and offseason drama keep fans rolling their eyes hard.
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2. Michael Vick
His comeback story had supporters, but plenty of fans never forgave what came before. The backlash was loud and lasting.
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1. Tom Brady
He won too much, smiled too often, and crushed your team’s hopes repeatedly. No one drew more cheers—or more pure hatred—than Brady.
