Ranking All 32 NFL QBs Ahead of the 2026 Season

The long wait is over, as the 2026 NFL season officially gets underway this Wednesday in Seattle. Just three days out from kickoff, there’s no better time to take a look at the best signal callers for each franchise. Rankings are based on 2025 performance and their overall outlook for the 2026 season. From worst to first, here’s a look at the Top 32 quarterbacks in the NFL.

32.) Deshaun Watson, Cleveland Browns

2024 Stats: 7 GP; 1,148 Pass YDS; 5 TDs; 3 INTs; 63.4% Comp Percentage; 148 Rush YDS; 1 Rush TD; 5 Fumbles

If I could rank him lower, I would. Watson was ultimately named the starter over Shedeur Sanders, and it’s hard to imagine his $40 million cap hit didn’t play a large factor in that decision. There’s no arguing the Watson era in Cleveland has been nothing but a mess. From legal issues to injuries to underwhelming play on the field, it’s been a nightmare for the Browns. It’s not the ideal start for first-year head coach Todd Monken, and I can’t see Watson remaining the starter across the complete 17-game season.

31.) Malik Willis, Miami Dolphins

2025 Stats: 4 GP; 1 Start; 422 Pass YDS; 3 TDs; 0 INTs; 85.7% Comp Percentage; 123 Rush YDS; 2 Rush TDs; 2 Fumbles

It’s not so much a knock on Willis as it is a knock on his supporting cast in his first-year as a starter in Miami. The former 3rd-round pick is on his third team since entering the league in 2022, but his first opportunity to take the reins as the true QB1. The Dolphins, however, don’t possess many weapons outside of De’Von Achane, following the trade of Jaylen Waddle to the Broncos. Willis has a running ability that will allow him to make some plays, but until he shows he can run an offense for a full season, he remains at the bottom of the list.

30.) Kirk Cousins, Las Vegas Raiders

2025 Stats: 10 GP; 8 Starts; 1,721 Pass YDS; 10 Pass TDs; 5 INTs; 61.7% Comp Percentage; 1 Rush TD; 1 Fumble

The Raiders made the decision to name Kirk Cousins the Week 1 starter over Heisman winner and 1st-overall pick Fernando Mendoza. It’s not a bad decision, as allowing the first-round pick the chance to sit back and learn could be beneficial for a Raiders team that’s not really a playoff contender at the moment. Cousins could turn out to be the perfect veteran for the Raiders offense, which will lean on Ashton Jeanty and Brock Bowers, rather than the playmaking of their 38-year-old quarterback, who’s shown regression over the last few seasons. The improved talent around him gives Cousins the upper hand over Willis, but I don’t see Cousins lighting up scoresheets as the season rolls along.

29.) Geno Smith, New York Jets

2025 Stats: 15 GP; 15 Starts; 3,025 Pass YDS; 19 TDs; 17 INTs; 67.4% Comp Percentage; 1 Fumble

I think it’s safe to say the Jets are looking ahead to the 2027 quarterback class. They’re running it back with their former 2013 2nd-round pick, after Geno Smith’s worst season since returning as a starter. After three solid seasons in Seattle, Smith saw a drop in yards, yards per attempt, touchdowns, and an increase in interceptions. Taking over for a franchise that’s not a “quarterback away” will be interesting to witness. Can Geno bounce back from an underwhelming 2025 and turn the Jets around, or will Cade Klubnik take over at some point this season?

28.) Jacoby Brissett, Arizona Cardinals

2025 Stats: 14 GP; 12 Starts; 3,366 Pass YDS; 23 TDs; 8 INTs; 64.9% Comp Percentage; 168 Rush YDS; 1 Rush TD; 1 Fumble

Jacoby Brissett isn’t a “bad” quarterback, but entering the later stages of his career, I just don’t see him elevating an offense. The Cardinals aren’t going to make much noise this year, but they have the weapons to scrape by. The additions of Jeremiyah Love and Tyler Allgeier gives them a solid upgrade at the running back position, while Trey McBride is coming off a career season in 2025 at the tight end position. The Cardinals are still banking on the Marvin Harrison Jr. breakout, which could bump Brissett up by the end of the season. But entering 2026, I don’t think many people have high expectations for Arizona in a gauntlet AFC West.

27.) Aaron Rodgers, Pittsburgh Steelers

2025 Stats: 16 GP; 16 Starts; 3,322 Pass YDS; 24 Pass TDs; 7 INTs; 65.7% Comp Percentage; 1 Rush TD; 1 Fumble

The 2026 season will be the “final ride” for Aaron Rodgers, as the future Hall of Famer has announced he plans to retire at the end of the year. However, similar to Brissett, I don’t see Rodgers being the one to elevate the players around him. Since his Achilles injury in 2023, Rodgers has been on a bit of a decline. Yes, he took Pittsburgh to the postseason last year, but off the foot of Tyler Loop’s missed field goal, after failing to lock up the division a week prior. The Steelers added Michael Pittman Jr. to their offense, but can a 42-year-old Rodgers lead Pittsburgh back to the playoffs in a much improved AFC North?

26.) Michael Penix Jr, Atlanta Falcons

2025 Stats: 9 GP; 9 Starts; 1,982 Pass YDS; 9 TDs; 3 INTs; 60.1% Comp Percentage; 70 Rush YDS; 1 Rush TD; 1 Fumble

At the time of writing, the Falcons have yet to name a starting quarterback for Week 1. Free agent acquisition Tua Tagovailoa struggled during the preseason, and former first-round pick Michael Penix Jr. is coming off another season-ending knee injury in 2025. I’m taking Penix here at 26, cause it’s hard to imagine he sits behind Tua for the whole season. When he comes back, he’s got the weapons to put up some solid production. The old saying, “Your best ability is your availability,” has been the story of Penix’s career. The Falcons have the talent to make a run in the NFC South, but will Penix put a full season under his belt and get them back to the postseason?

25.) Cam Ward, Tennessee Titans

2025 Stats: 17 GP; 17 Starts; 3,169 Pass YDS; 15 Pass TDs; 7 INTs; 59.8 Comp Percentage; 159 Rush YDS; 2 Rush TDs; 2 Fumbles

The 2025 first-round pick started all 17 games last season for a very underwhelming Titans squad. He’ll enter 2026 with a new head coach in Robert Saleh and a new offensive coordinator, Brian Daboll. The Titans selected wideout Carnell Tate with the 4th overall pick, putting a quality investment in their potential franchise quarterback. Ward begins the season low in the rankings, but his upside and new offensive system could change that. We’ve seen what Daboll can do with young quarterbacks, and now back at OC, Ward could be the next to break out in his system.

24.) Daniel Jones, Indianapolis Colts

2025 Stats: 13 GP; 13 Starts; 3,101 Pass YDS; 19 TDs; 8 INTs; 68.0% Comp Percentage; 164 Rush YDS; 5 Rush TDs; 3 Fumbles

Daniel Jones is coming off a career resurgence last season in Indy, but his return from a season ending Achilles tear leaves him at 24 on the list. The Colts season truly went downhill following his injury, losing their final 5 games of the season, including that Week 14 matchup against Jacksonville. The Colts shipped Pittman off to Pittsburgh, taking away a reliable weapon in Jones’ arsenal. It may take Jones some time to knock the rust off, but Jonathan Taylor has shown he’s more than capable of carrying the offense for some time. I don’t believe Jones’ 2025 season was a fluke, but I’m not banking on a quick turnaround either, following his injury.

23.) Tyler Shough, New Orleans Saints

2025 Stats: 11 GP; 9 Starts; 2,384 Pass YDS; 10 TDs; 6 INTs; 67.6% Comp Percentage; 186 Rush YDS; 3 Rush TDs; 1 Fumble

The Saints will enter 2026 with their 2025 second-round pick under center. Tyler Shough took over for Spencer Rattler last season and quickly showed an ability to run an NFL offense. Chris Olave is one of the best receivers in the league, and now the addition of Travis Etienne gives the Saints another threat to their offense. There are a lot of pundits who sense a second-year breakout from Shough, and I can say I think I’ve jumped on that train as well. He’s low on the list, as we’ve yet to see him play a full season in the league. He’s a player to watch for sure, as his play could determine if the Saints join the 2027 quarterback draft class market.

22.) Bryce Young, Carolina Panthers

2025 Stats: 16 GP; 16 Starts; 3,011 Pass YDS; 23 Pass TDs; 11 INTs; 63.6% Comp Percentage; 216 Rush YDS; 2 Rush TDs; 3 Fumbles

I feel like Bryce Young is one of the more interesting quarterbacks entering 2026, following a playoff appearance last season, despite an 8-9 record to finish the year. The former first-overall pick has been a bit up and down during his career since entering the league in 2023, and is already down a weapon entering Week 1 (Chris Brazell II). Rico Dowdle left in free agency, taking a key part of their offense from a season ago and 297 yards worth of receiving yards. The Panthers could still make the postseason in what feels like a wide-open NFC South. If Young can build on his 2025 season, the Panthers could be in store to hand over a payday to their potential franchise quarterback.

21.) Jaxson Dart, New York Giants

2025 Stats: 13 GP; 12 Starts; 2,272 Pass YDS; 15 TDs; 5 INTs; 63.7% Comp Percentage; 487 Rush YDS; 9 Rush TDs; 3 Fumbles

Jaxson Dart is set to begin the 2026 season with his second head coach in his first two years in the league. Brian Daboll is out, while John Harbaugh takes over the reins for Dart and company. The upside is there for Dart, and the addition of Isaiah Likely and the return of Cam Skattebo for 2026 should play a large role in his ability to take that next step in year 2. Dart could’ve found himself higher on the list, but it’s tough to be a top quarterback when you’re taking constant trips to the blue medical tent. If he can play a full 17-game season, Dart has flashed the tools to become the Giants’ true franchise quarterback. However, similar to Michael Penix Jr., Darts going to have to stay healthy to see a bump on this list.

20.) Kyler Murray, Minnesota Vikings

2025 Stats: 5 GP; 5 Starts; 962 Pass YDS; 6 TD; 3 INTs; 68.3% Comp Percentage; 173 Rush YDS; 1 Rush TD; 1 Fumble

I may be in the minority, but I believe Kyler Murray could be in for a bounce-back 2026 season under new head coach Kevin O’Connell. The former Heisman winner and first-overall pick has been a bit up and down over his career, and was granted a change of scenery from his time in Arizona this past offseason. Murray has shown he can win in this league, but his availability, along with his production, has been a bit limited over the last few seasons. Joining an offense with Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison has to be a quarterback’s dream, and now, in his 8th year in the league, Murray will look to rewrite an underwhelming 2025 in Minnesota.

19.) Jared Goff, Detroit Lions

2025 Stats: 17 GP; 17 Starts; 4,438 Pass YDS; 29 Pass TD; 7 INTs; 65.1 Comp Percentage; 3 Fumbles

The Lions are one of the more interesting teams in the NFC in 2026, with many wondering if their Super Bowl window is closing. Ben Johnson’s play-calling is gone as he prepares for year 2 in Chicago, while David Montgomery’s departure to Houston ends the duo of Sonic and Knuckles. Their offense has some question marks on the offensive line, as well as who’s going to relieve Gibbs of some of his touches this season. We know what Amon-Ra St. Brown brings to the Lions offense, but will Sam Laporta’s return from injury and the limited route tree of Jameson Williams be enough for Goff and the Lions offense? Goff witnessed a drop in completion percentage, yards, touchdowns, and yards per attempt in 2025, and I’m not sure the Lions did enough this offseason to change that.

18.) C.J. Stroud, Houston Texans

2025 Stats: 14 GP; 14 Starts; 3,041 Pass YDS; 19 Pass TDs; 8 INTs; 64.5% Comp Percentage; 209 Rush YDS; 1 Rush TD; 2 Fumbles

After a spectacular rookie season in 2023, C.J Stroud has struggled to find that same success as he enters year 4. The Texans defense was their main key to victories last season, allowing Stroud’s underwhelming play to be less of a factor. The protection and weapons outside of Nico Collins haven’t been consistent enough either to allow Stroud to bounce back. Houston did acquire wide receiver Kayson Boutte at the end of August, replacing the season-ending injury to Xavier Hutchinson, which should give the Houston wide receiver room an immediate upgrade. Stroud possesses the tools to succeed in the NFL, as we witnessed in his rookie season. However, until we see the former 2nd-overall pick return to that level of play, it’s tough to rank him higher than the remaining signal callers.

17.) Jayden Daniels, Washington Commanders

2025 Stats: 7 GP; 7 Starts; 1,262 Pass YDS; 8 Pass TDs; 3 INTs; 60.6% Comp Percentage; 278 Rush YDS; 2 Rush TDs; 1 Fumble

Daniels finds himself sitting at 17 on the list, following an injury-riddled sophomore season and an underwhelming offseason from the Washington front office. Stefon Diggs was their biggest signing on the offensive side of the ball, while left tackle Laremy Tunsil has suffered a potential season-ending tricep injury. Daniels’ ceiling is high, which prevents him from falling too low on this ranking. If he’s healthy, there’s no reason the Commanders can’t compete in the NFC East and get back to the success we witnessed in 2023. It all starts with Daniels staying healthy, which, with the offensive line he’ll be behind, will be easier said than done this season.

16.) Brock Purdy, San Francisco 49ers

2025 Stats: 9 GPs; 9 Starts; 2,167 Pass Yards; 20 Pass TDs; 10 INTs; 69.4% Comp Percentage; 147 Rush YDS; 3 Rush TDs

Purdy finds himself at the 16 spot on the list, with a lot of that regarding the weapons around him. Everyone knows what Christian McCaffrey can do when healthy, but the 49ers have struggled as a whole to stay healthy. The front office brought back Deebo Samuel, who’s watched the wheels begin to fall off over the last few seasons. Ricky Pearsall’s season is already over, George Kittle is returning from an achilles tear, and McCaffrey is only getting older. Despite being “Mr. Irrelevant,” Brock Purdy has shown an ability to succeed in the NFL. We’ve seen multiple quarterbacks succeed in Kyle Shanahan’s offense, which puts Purdy in the middle of this ranking. His ceiling is high, but I’m not sure the weapons around him are sufficient to compete with the Rams and Seahawks.

15.) Sam Darnold, Seattle Seahawks

2025 Stats: 17 GP; 17 Starts; 4,048 Pass Yards; 25 TDs; 14 INTs; 67.7% Comp Percentage; 3 Fumbles

You could make a case for Darnold to be higher or lower on this list, but it’s hard to determine his outlook under a new offensive coordinator. Klint Kubiak is now the head coach in Las Vegas, but outside of Kenneth Walker, Seattle didn’t lose much offensively during free agency. The addition of Jadarian Price will allow the running game to stay lethal, which could take some pressure off of Darnold early. It’s a new system, but the talent around Darnold gives him a ceiling that leaves 15 respectable. His passing yards, TDs, and average depth of target dropped from 2024 to 2025, but a second year with Jaxson Smith-Njigba and OC Brian Fleury coming from Shanahan’s coaching staff, Darnold could make this 15 ranking look like a joke by season’s end.

14.) Trevor Lawrence, Jacksonville Jaguars

2025: 17 GP; 17 Starts; 4,007 Pass YDS; 29 TDs; 12 INTs; 60.9% Comp Percentage; 359 Rush YDS; 9 Rush TDs; 2 Fumbles

Trevor Lawrence is coming off arguably the best season of his NFL career. The former first overall pick topped the 4,000-yard mark for the third time, while setting career highs in passing TDs, rushing TDs, and rushing yards. He’s entering 2026 without his number one running back and college sidekick, Travis Etienne, which has put some question marks around the Jaguars’ running game. Lawrence and head coach Liam Coen reached the postseason in their first season together, locking up the AFC South in the process. The division has gotten tougher, but there’s a lot to back up Lawrence being the best quarterback in the AFC South.

13.) Jalen Hurts, Philadelphia Eagles

2025 Stats: 16 GP; 16 Starts; 3,224 Pass YDS; 25 TDs; 6 INTs; 64.8% Comp Percentage; 421 Rush YDS; 8 TDs; 4 Fumbles

It’s hard to put Hurts any higher than 13 when his number one receiver is now in Foxborough, and his first-round pick Makai Lemon missed a large chunk of training camp. The Eagles offensive line is only getting older, and Hurts has shown continual regression as a pocket passer. His ability to make plays with his legs prevents Hurts from finding himself lower on the list. There is no arguing that Hurts can make a difference on a tush push, or just extending a play overall with his legs. The Super Bowl MVP isn’t a scrub by any means, but I believe he could silence a lot of haters with a standout year through the air without A.J Brown.

12.) Bo Nix, Denver Broncos

2025 Stats: 17 GP; 17 Starts; 3,931 Pass YDS; 25 Pass TDs; 11 INTs; 63.4% Comp Percentage; 356 Rush YDS; 5 Rush TDs; 2 Fumbles

Just moments after reaching the AFC Championship Game, Bo Nix’s season came to an end with a shocking ankle injury last season. It’s hard to imagine the third-year quarterback not coming back with some sort of chip on his shoulder, especially with the rumors of Sean Payton’s comments that came out during the offseason. The Broncos front office went out and acquired former first-round pick Jaylen Waddle this offseason, adding yet another weapon to Nix’s pocket. The defense will carry this team, but Nix is without a question a difference-maker to their success. If Nix can reach even another level, there’s no reason the Broncos can’t compete for a Super Bowl this season.

11.) Dak Prescott, Dallas Cowboys

2025 Stats: 17 GP; 17 Starts; 4,552 Pass YDS; 30 Pass TDs; 10 INTs; 67.3% Comp Percentage; 177 Rush YDS; 2 Rush TDs; 4 Fumbles

When you have a pass-catching corps of Ceedee Lamb, George Pickens, and Jake Ferguson, I feel it’d be pretty hard not to put up some serious numbers. It’s one of the main reasons Prescott finds himself just outside the top 10. The veteran quarterback is a stat stuffer, and not in a negative way. Prescott is coming off the highest pass attempt total of his career (600), and their offense has zero expectations of slowing down. Staying healthy will be the main key to Dak’s success, as he’s played less than a full season in three of the last six. The talent is around him, the division appears to be wide open, and the defense is much improved in Dallas. He sits at 11 now, but Prescott could very easily finish as a top 5 quarterback when the season is said and done.

10.) Jordan Love, Green Bay Packers

2025 Stats: 15 GP; 15 Starts; 3,381 Pass YDS; 23 Pass TDs; 6 INTs; 66.3% Comp Percentage; 199 Rush YDS

You could make an argument that Love is too high on the ranking. However,  a second-year with Matthew Golden, the return of Tucker Kraft, and a hopeful 17-game productive season from Christian Watson could give Love a better season than his counterparts. Since becoming the full-time starter in 2023, Love finished last season with career lows in passing yards and passing TDs, but also finished with a career-low 6 INTs. The ongoing issues with Josh Jacobs make you wonder how reliable the Packers run game truly is. If Marshawn Lloyd can’t step up as the new RB1, Green Bay could look to Love to really carry their offense.

9.) Caleb Williams, Chicago Bears

2025 Stats: 17 GP; 17 Starts; 3,942 Pass YDS; 27 Pass TDs; 7 INTs; 58.1% Comp Percentage; 388 Rush YDS; 3 Rush TDs

Caleb Williams followed up a very respectable rookie campaign with a sophomore season that resulted in a trip to the cover of Madden. The Bears first-round pick is coming off a postseason win and an NFC North title in just two years in the league. The Bears did ship D.J. Moore to the Bills, but Rome Odunze, Luther Burden, and Colston Loveland are more than capable of carrying that load. Williams has shown flashes of being even a top 5 quarterback in the league, but it’s his inability to do it consistently that puts him here at 9. If he can find a way to build for a third straight season, it’s time to have that conversation about Williams’ spot in the current top 5.

8.) Baker Mayfield, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

2025 Stats: 17 GP; 17 Starts; 3,693 Pass YDS; 26 Pass TDs; 11 INTs; 63.2% Comp Percentage; 382 Rush YDS; 1 Rush TD

Baker Mayfield enters the season with yet another chip on his shoulder, following the inability to get a deal done long-term with the Buccaneers. As usual, Baker has voiced his frustrations, and rightfully so. Since coming to Tampa Bay in 2023, Mayfield has passed the 4,000 yard mark twice and totaled 95 passing touchdowns, three more than his four total seasons in Cleveland. Mike Evans has left the Bucs offense, but it presents the opportunity to allow second-year receiver Emeka Egbuka a chance to take that next step as a potential WR1. A season to prove himself off a bit of a down year, I think Mayfield’s play in 2026 will force Tampa Bay to pay a bit more than expected.

7.) Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs

2025 Stats: 14 GP; 14 Starts; 3,587 Pass YDS; 22 TDs; 11 INTs; 62.7% Comp Percentage; 422 Rush YDS; 5 Rush TDs

Mahomes enters the season coming off of one of his worst statistical years of his career,  a season-ending knee injury, and a missed postseason berth. Until the lows become consistent, there’s no reason to believe Mahomes won’t bounce back in 2026. The three-time Super Bowl champion has what appears to be, one “final ride” with his partner and crime Travis Kelce, who looks to be entering the later stages of his Hall of Fame career. Eric Bieniemy has returned as the offensive coordinator in Kansas City, after leaving the team in 2022 for stints in Washington, Chicago, and college football with UCLA. The Chiefs have respectable weapons, and added Kenneth Walker III in free agency to take some responsibility off the pass game. It might be a slow start to get his legs under him, but I think it’s safe to say we’ll see the return of Patrick Mahomes this season.

6.) Justin Herbert, Los Angeles Chargers

2025 Stats: 16 GP; 16 Starts; 3,727 Pass YDS; 26 Pass TDs; 13 INTs; 66.4 Comp Percentage; 498 Rush YDS; 2 Rush TDs; 1 Fumble

It’s hard not to be high on Herbert this season, as new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel prepares for his first season in LA. After showing he can succeed with Tua in Miami offensively, it’s exciting to wonder what an offense of Herbert, Ladd McConkey, Quentin Johnston, and the running game can accomplish. The Chargers saw changes at both coordinator positions this offseason, but when healthy, Herbert has shown he can still lead this franchise to the postseason. Herbert is coming off his first 25+ TD season since 2021, but has yet to hit the 30+ mark since that 2021 season(38). If his line can stay healthy, there doesn’t appear to be a way for Herbert to fall outside the Top 10.

5.) Drake Maye, New England Patriots

2025 Stats: 17 GP; 17 Starts; 4,394 Pass YDS; 31 TDs; 8 INTs; 72.0% Comp Percentage; 450 Rush YDS; 4 Rush TDS

A Super Bowl appearance and an MVP runner-up finish: there was no such thing as a sophomore slump in Foxborough last season. Drake Maye was exceptional, regardless of what you think of New England’s strength of schedule last year. His 4,394 passing yards were the most in a season for the Patriots since Tom Brady’s 4,577 passing yards in 2017, and now add A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs to that passing attack. The Patriots didn’t sit back, but went out to make their moves while Maye remains on his rookie deal. The division is clearly top heavy between New England and Buffalo, and both teams hold a quarterback within this top 5. For a franchise who hit the jackpot in Tom Brady, it didn’t take them long to find his replacement.

4.) Joe Burrow, Cincinnati Bengals

2025 Stats: 8 GP; 8 Starts; 1,809 Pass YDS; 17 Pass TDs; 5 INTs; 66.8% Comp Percentage

Joe Burrow has put up MVP-worthy seasons in the past, but an incompetent defense has prevented the former first overall pick from taking home the award. The Bengals defense is much improved entering 2026, and if Burrow can stay healthy, Cincinnati could be a true problem for opponents this year. His availability has become a problem recently, as Burrow has yet to complete a full season in two of his last four years. If the Bengals can get him for a full season in 2026, he just feels like a lock for 4,000 yards and 35+ touchdowns. He’s within the division for us Ravens fans, but there’s no denying how dominant he can be in this league, which is why he finds himself here at number 4.

3.) Matt Stafford, Los Angeles Rams

2025 Stats: 17 GP; 17 Starts; 4,707 Pass YDS; 46 TDs; 8 INTs; 65.0% Comp Percentage; 7 Fumbles

Matt Stafford officially added an MVP to his resume in 2025, and now enters 2026 with without a doubt, the biggest expectations of his long career. The Rams are loaded, and are Super Bowl favorites for a reason. Stafford is aging, but has shown since going to LA that he can run Sean McVay’s offense at a high level. 2025 was the second time Stafford passed the 40+ TD mark in Los Angeles, as well as 4,000+ yards through the air. His top two receivers will return ready to go, as Puka Nacua and Davante Adams will look for another season with 10+ TDs each. The Super Bowl doesn’t ride solely on Stafford’s shoulders, but he’s going to need to play like a top 10 quarterback if the Rams look to cap off an exciting offseason of moves.

2.) Josh Allen, Buffalo Bills

2025 Stats: 17 GP; 17 Starts; 3,668 Pass YDS; 25 Pass TDs; 10 INTs; 69.3% Comp Percentage; 579 Rush YDS; 14 Rush TDs; 2 Fumbles

Josh Allen enters his ninth season with a new head coach for the first time in his career. Sean McDermott is out, as 2025 offensive coordinator Joe Brady has taken over in Orchard Park. The Bills went out and acquired D.J. Moore during the offseason, getting Allen a solidified number one receiver for Buffalo’s offense. Under Joe Brady, Allen has become more of a red zone threat than anything else. The former MVP has yet to throw for 30+ touchdowns and has thrown for under 4,000 yards in two of the three years he’s worked with Brady. Having a running back like James Cook obviously allows some of the workload to be taken off the passing game, however. Allen is coming off a season in which a Super Bowl opportunity has never been more wide open. Will another collapse put him on a mission, or will year 1 under Brady be underwhelming?

1.) Lamar Jackson, Baltimore Ravens

2025 Stats: 13 GP; 13 Starts; 2,549 Pass YDS; 21 Pass TDs; 7 INTs; 63.6% Comp Percentage; 349 Rush YDS; 2 Rush TDs; 2 Fumbles

I’m taking the side of history on this ranking for 2026, and banking on Lamar Jackson taking home MVP with a new OC, for the third time in his career. Jackson’s biggest issue last season was staying healthy, and a revamped offensive line is the right start to fixing those injury problems. It’s arguably the most talented receiver corps he’s had in his now nine-year career, regardless of the limited experience in his tight end room. Declan Doyle has the potential to untap even more in Lamar this season, and you can sense both feel the same way. You could make a valid argument to move the top 5 wherever, and any choice would most likely be respectable. However, I’ve never felt more confident in Lamar Jackson entering a season, than I do just days ahead of 2026.

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