Let’s be honest—nothing sparks heated debates among football fans quite like discussing quarterbacks. Whether it’s arguing over inflated stats, the impact of supporting casts, or whether a player is truly elite, everyone has an opinion. Some quarterbacks get far too much credit for their team’s success, while others ride the wave of past accomplishments that don’t quite reflect their current level of play. Then there are those who put up big numbers but don’t translate that into meaningful wins.
So, in the spirit of some good old-fashioned sports banter, let’s break it all down and rank the most overrated quarterbacks currently playing in the NFL.
13. Jared Goff
Lions fans will be furious, but let’s keep it real — Goff thrives in a perfect system. He’s good, but if you put him on a weaker team, are we still hyping him up? Doubtful.
12. Jordan Love
Packers fans want him to be the next Aaron Rodgers, but let’s slow down. Love has shown flashes of brilliance, but we’ve yet to see consistent dominance. Until then, let’s pump the brakes on the franchise savior talk.
11. Kirk Cousins
The ultimate “good but not great” quarterback. Cousins puts up numbers, but he’s never the reason a team makes a deep playoff run. He’s the measuring stick for mediocrity in the league.
10. Jalen Hurts
Hurts is an elite leader, a Super Bowl Champion, and a Super Bowl MVP, but let’s not act like he hasn’t benefited from a stacked roster. When Philly’s offensive line isn’t dominating, Hurts looks very average. He’s good, but he’s not a top five quarterback in the league.
9. Deshaun Watson
Massive contract? Check. Questionable performances? Also check. Watson has not looked anything like the guy the Browns paid a fortune for. His best football might already be behind him.
8. Derek Carr
Carr is a solid quarterback, but how many years have we heard, “This is the year he takes the leap”? At some point, we need to accept that he’s just… fine.
7. Kyler Murray
Murray’s talent is undeniable, but availability matters, and his injury history is a problem. Plus, his body language and leadership have been called into question more than once.
6. Geno Smith
His comeback story is awesome, but let’s be real — he’s not a top-tier quarterback. The Seahawks’ offense looked much better when he was a surprise, not when teams started game-planning against him. Let’s see how he does with his new team, the Las Vegas Raiders, in 2025.
5. Brock Purdy
Yes, he wins games. Yes, he looks good. But let’s not pretend he isn’t benefiting from the most quarterback-friendly system in the league. Shanahan’s scheme and the talent around him deserve more credit than Purdy himself.
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4. Dak Prescott
Dak has his moments, but Cowboys fans talk about him like he’s already won multiple Super Bowls. The reality? He’s an above-average quarterback who struggles in big moments. Dallas deserves better.
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3. Tua Tagovailoa
He can put up impressive stats, but how much of that is Mike McDaniel’s system and the track team he throws to? Tua is good, but elite? Not so fast.
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2. Russell Wilson
“Let Russ Cook” turned into “Let Russ Burn the Kitchen Down.” His stint in Denver was a disaster, and while things have looked better in Pittsburgh, the hype around him feels misplaced. Wilson will be heading somewhere else in 2025, but will he be able to turn things around? Doubtful.
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1. Aaron Rodgers
Sorry to any Aaron Rodgers fans out there, but his best days are way behind him. Rodgers has one ring, a history of playoff flops, and now he’s 40.
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