The NFL quarterback pool in 2025 is stacked. Between seasoned vets and breakout stars, there’s no shortage of talent slinging the football every Sunday.
This ranking considers recent performances, leadership qualities, and the ability to take over a game when it matters most. Some names are precisely where you’d expect them to be—others might surprise you.
20. Bryce Young
After a rocky rookie year, Bryce Young turned a corner and gave Panthers fans hope for the future. He’s calm in the pocket, smart with the ball, and finally looks like the guy Carolina thought they were drafting.
19. Drake Maye
Drake Maye brought a new level of energy to the Patriots’ offense. He’s raw but fearless; you can see the potential written all over his game.
18. Sam Darnold
Sam Darnold found new life in Minnesota, and now he’s on to Seattle, proving he’s not quite done yet. He played with confidence and command, something we haven’t consistently seen until now.
17. Bo Nix
Denver finally found some stability with Bo Nix leading the way. His rookie year was promising, and he looks like a long-term answer for a team that’s had a QB carousel for years.
16. Trevor Lawrence
Injuries slowed him down, but Trevor Lawrence still has all the tools to be a top-tier quarterback. With better health and some offensive help, he could easily climb this list next year.
15. Tua Tagovailoa
Tua is a timing and accuracy machine when everything is clicking. He keeps the Dolphins in the playoffs and can pick defenses apart when he’s in rhythm.
14. Dak Prescott
Dak continues to be one of the league’s most reliable quarterbacks. He’s efficient, experienced, and keeps Dallas in the yearly playoff hunt. He needs to stay healthy.
13. Baker Mayfield
Baker shocked the league with a resurgence in Tampa Bay. He’s got swagger and grit; now, he’s a legitimate case to be a long-term starter again.
12. Kyler Murray
When he’s healthy, Kyler is one of the most exciting players in the league. His speed and improvisation make him a nightmare for defenses in any game.
11. Brock Purdy
Mr. Irrelevant no more, Brock Purdy keeps proving he belongs. He’s calm under pressure and consistently makes the right reads in big moments.
10. Jared Goff
Detroit’s offense has become one of the league’s best, and Goff is a big reason why. He’s confident, efficient, and ideally suited for the system.
9. Jordan Love
Jordan Love took a significant leap, bringing serious juice back to Green Bay. He’s got the arm, the movement, and the results to match.
8. Justin Herbert
Herbert remains one of the most physically gifted quarterbacks in the league. If the Chargers can figure things out around him, he’s a perennial MVP threat.
7. Matthew Stafford
Stafford still has one of the best arms in football. Even when the Rams are banged up, he finds ways to keep them in games with his toughness and accuracy.
6. Jayden Daniels
Jayden Daniels came out swinging in his rookie year and never looked back. Cool, creative, and clutch—he’s already one of the league’s most exciting players.
5. Jalen Hurts
Hurts bounced back in a big way, leading the Eagles on another deep run. He’s as composed as they come and always seems to deliver in crunch time.
4. Josh Allen
Allen remains a human highlight reel. He’s got the big arm, the legs, and the consistency to back it all up.
3. Lamar Jackson
Lamar is playing the best football of his career, and the Ravens are reaping the rewards. He’s still the most dangerous dual-threat quarterback in the league.
2. Joe Burrow
When healthy, Burrow is surgical. He commands the field like a veteran chess master and makes winning look easy.
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1. Patrick Mahomes
Mahomes is still the king of the quarterback mountain. The creativity, poise, and playoff heroics are all there, year after year.
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