NFC Quarterback Rankings: Top Spot Remains Closely Contested
This piece ranks the NFC's starting quarterbacks based on their 2026 play as Week 7 nears. It frames the conference as deep at the position, increasing expectations for its best passers. The article also notes situations such as Tanner McKee filling in for Jalen Hurts in Philadelphia and Sam Darnold's turnover issues in Seattle.
The NFC quarterback rankings assess starters solely on 2026 performance as Week 7 approaches. The conference’s depth at the position raises expectations for its leading passers and puts added pressure on them to produce.
At the bottom, Philadelphia turns to Tanner McKee while Jalen Hurts is unavailable and injuries accumulate; New York starts JJ McCarthy this week, though Jaxson Dart remains its future quarterback. Seattle’s Sam Darnold has struggled with completion rate and turnovers, and Tampa Bay’s Baker Mayfield has yet to perform well in three games.
These rankings could shape fan discussion and media narratives around NFC teams, especially in Philadelphia, New York, Seattle and Tampa Bay, where quarterback uncertainty may affect local sports talk and supporter expectations. Coaches and front offices may face added scrutiny as they weigh lineup decisions. For fans and fantasy players, the rankings may influence debate and preparation, though they remain one outlet’s assessment rather than a definitive measure.