NFL Quarterback Power Rankings 2025

Quarterback is the most important position in not just the NFL, but all of sports. No position has more of an impact on an outcome than a signal-caller in football.

That’s why it’s a good idea to take a look at a quarterback ranking because this is the ultimate equalizer in the NFL. You can have a stacked roster but if your QB isn’t good enough, it won’t matter that much.

Here are our rankings of NFL quarterbacks, starting at No. 1 and ending at No. 40.

NFL Quarterback Power Rankings

QB Power Rankings 1-10

1. Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs

Despite a couple of seasons with underwhelming stats, this is still the best quarterback in the NFL, especially due to the playoff success.

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2. Josh Allen, Buffalo Bills

Josh Allen is a dual-threat who can make a major impact in the red zone while also slinging the ball downfield. The reigning MVP can do it all.

3. Lamar Jackson, Baltimore Ravens

Lamar Jackson falls behind Josh Allen in these ranks after dealing with an injury.

4. Joe Burrow, Cincinnati Bengals

It’s a shame to see that Joe Burrow is out long-term with a toe injury because he was playing at such a high level before that.

5. Justin Herbert, Los Angeles Chargers

Justin Herbert has consistently been held back by his supporting cast, but he has all the tools you want in a franchise quarterback, including size, arm strength, and mobility.

6. Jayden Daniels, Washington Commanders

Jayden Daniels had the best rookie quarterback season we’ve ever seen, putting him right among the elite quarterbacks in the NFL.

7. Matthew Stafford, Los Angeles Rams

Matthew Stafford is off to a fantastic start to the season. Let’s just hope that he stays healthy.

8. Jordan Love, Green Bay Packers

Jordan Love was held back by injury last season. Now fully healthy, you’re starting to see him rediscover the form we saw in his first year as a starter.

9. Jalen Hurts, Philadelphia Eagles

Jalen Hurts is a Super Bowl winner and a good quarterback, but don’t put him among the elite because he’s boosted by the best supporting cast in recent memory.

10. Dak Prescott, Dallas Cowboys

When fully healthy, Dak Prescott is among the best quarterbacks in the NFL. He just needs to reduce his ill-timed mistakes.

QB Power Rankings 11-20

11. Baker Mayfield, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Baker Mayfield is a likely to continue to shoot up these ranks, as he’s in the middle of yet another strong year.

12. Drake Maye, New England Patriots

Drake Maye has the talent to ascend this list in short order. It’s looking like his second year will be a breakout season.

13. Brock Purdy, San Francisco 49ers

Brock Purdy put up some of the most efficient numbers you’ll ever see from a quarterback last year, but he’s in the most QB-friendly scheme in the league.

14. Jared Goff, Detroit Lions

Jared Goff is another quarterback who can thrive if the supporting cast is strong, but is hard to rely on if he needs to completely carry an offense.

15. Bo Nix, Denver Broncos

Bo Nix had a terrific rookie season, but he was propped up by his supporting cast, which is why he’s below Drake Maye.

16. Sam Darnold, Seattle Seahawks

Sam Darnold was fantastic with Kevin O’Connell last year, and he’s keeping that going with Klint Kubiak.

17. Caleb Williams, Chicago Bears

Caleb Williams has all the talent in the world, and he’s starting to put it together with Ben Johnson calling plays.

18. C.J. Stroud, Houston Texans

C.J. Stroud is one of those quarterbacks who would be putting up much better numbers with an improved team context. Right now, he’s held back by a porous offensive line.

19. Trevor Lawrence, Jacksonville Jaguars

It’s time to stop giving Trevor Lawrence excuses. If we don’t see a breakout season with Liam Coen, it’s time to worry.

20. Kyler Murray, Arizona Cardinals

Kyler Murray can make plays that wow you, but then he falls flat at times. He’s an inconsistent quarterback who has struggled to get back to his early career form.

QB Power Rankings 21-30

21. Geno Smith, Las Vegas Raiders

Geno Smith has the accuracy to make big plays downfield, but he needs better pass protection. He’s off to a poor start this season.

22. Aaron Rodgers, Pittsburgh Steelers

Aaron Rodgers is on his last legs, but it will be interesting to see if Arthur Smith can revive his career like he did with Ryan Tannehill.

23. Daniel Jones, Indianapolis Colts

Daniel Jones is looking like an absolutely perfect fit in Shane Steichen’s offense, but it’s still early, so he remains low on this list.

24. Tua Tagovailoa, Miami Dolphins

Tua Tagovailoa can perform well in the right context, but Mike McDaniel’s offense has been on the decline.

25. Michael Penix Jr, Atlanta Falcons

Michael Penix Jr has had some moments, but he needs to prove a bit more before he can rise up these ranks.

26. J.J. McCarthy, Minnesota Vikings

J.J. McCarthy has gotten off to a slow start, but he’s been held back by an injury-plagued offensive line. Let’s see what he can do when he returns to action.

27. Cam Ward, Tennessee Titans

I’m a big fan of Cam Ward, but he has to prove himself on the field first. You have to love the reports about his work ethic, though.

28. Jaxson Dart, New York Giants

Jaxson Dart has the type of mobility that you want to see in a young quarterback. He’s got a lot of upside once he takes over for Russell Wilson.

29. Bryce Young, Carolina Panthers

Bryce Young had a strong second half last year, but he hasn’t gotten off to a good start to the season so far.

30. Justin Fields, New York Jets

Justin Fields had a great start to his Jets career, but then got completely shut down by the Bills in Week 2.

QB Power Rankings 31-40

31. Kirk Cousins, Atlanta Falcons

Kirk Cousins is good enough to start on some teams in this league. Don’t be surprised if he gets that opportunity at some points.

32. Joe Flacco, Cincinnati Bengals

Joe Flacco still has the ability to keep an offense on schedule, as long as it’s with a good playcaller with a stacked supporting cast.

33. Mac Jones, San Francisco 49ers

Mac Jones has done a fantastic job filling in for the injured Brock Purdy.

34. Spencer Rattler, New Orleans Saints

Spencer Rattler has exceeded expectations so far. We could see him move up this list soon.

35. Russell Wilson, New York Giants

Russell Wilson can still be a competent game manager in a run-heavy offense, but he’s better fit as a backup.

36. Marcus Mariota, Washington Commanders

Marcus Mariota did an admirable job filling in for Jayden Daniels, especially in the win against the Raiders.

37. Tyson Bagent, Chicago Bears

I have a feeling that Ben Johnson’s scheme would make Tyson Bagent look very good if he were ever forced into action.

38. Jameis Winston, New York Giants

Not sure why the Bengals didn’t trade for Jameis Winston. He’s the most disrespected backup in football.

39. Jimmy Garoppolo, Los Angeles Rams

Jimmy Garoppolo fits in nicely as Matthew Stafford’s backup in this Sean McVay offense.

40. Anthony Richardson, Indianapolis Colts

Anthony Richardson couldn’t cut it under a great coach in Shane Steichen. Seeing what Steichen has done with Daniel Jones makes me a bit concerned for A-Rich.