Ranking NFL starting quarterbacks from worst to best: Is Aaron Rodgers in top half?
Aaron Rodgers is reportedly re-signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers on a one-year deal worth up to $25 million with incentives, filling the final starting quarterback vacancy for the 2026 NFL season. The article ranks all current NFL starting quarterbacks, evaluating their performance and potential impact. Rodgers' placement in the rankings sparks discussion about whether he remains among the league's top-tier quarterbacks.
- ▪Aaron Rodgers is re-signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers for the 2026 season.
- ▪His one-year contract could be worth up to $25 million with incentives.
- ▪All NFL starting quarterback positions are now filled for the 2026 season.
- ▪The article provides a comprehensive ranking of all current NFL QB1s.
- ▪Rodgers' ranking sparks debate over his current standing among elite quarterbacks.
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| Original publisher | Yahoo Sports |
| Canonical URL | https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/ranking-nfl-starting-quarterbacks-worst-093322356.html |
| Publication time | Sun, 17 May 2026 09:33:22 +0000 |
| Retrieval time | 2026-05-17T09:52:13.040Z |
| Last seen | 2026-05-17T09:52:13.040Z |
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