NFL quarterback rankings entering Week 18

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Quarterback power rankings for the 2025 NFL season feature plenty of different scenarios as Week 18 kicks off.

Playoff push or putting their game on tape to make a statement for the future?

Regardless of the type of pressure, QBs are jockeying for spots once again this week. According to Pro Football Focus grades, where do all 32 starters rank head-to-head after an action-packed Week 17?

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Here are the latest NFL QB power rankings based on PFF grades:

* Does not qualify for PFF's full rankings based on snaps played.

32. Brady Cook, Jets*

New York Jets quarterback Brady Cook looks to pass.

New York Jets quarterback Brady Cook looks to pass.

PFF grade: 28.6

31. Quinn Ewers, Dolphins

Miami Dolphins quarterback Quinn Ewers.

Miami Dolphins quarterback Quinn Ewers.

PFF grade: 40.8

30. Philip Rivers, Colts*

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers (17) draws back to pass Monday, Dec. 22, 2025, during a game against the San Francisco 49ers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers (17) draws back to pass Monday, Dec. 22, 2025, during a game against the San Francisco 49ers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

PFF grade: 51.0

29. Josh Johnson, Commanders*

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Dec 25, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Josh Johnson (14) passes the ball against the Dallas Cowboys in the first half at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

PFF grade: 52.2

28. Chris Oladokun, Chiefs*

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Dec 25, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Chris Oladokun (19) throws the ball during the fourth quarter at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

PFF grade: 53.0

27. Shedeur Sanders, Browns

Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (12)

Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (12)

PFF grade: 48.0

26. Cam Ward, Titans

Cam Ward of the Tennessee Titans passes the ball.

Cam Ward of the Tennessee Titans passes the ball.

PFF grade: 57.8

25. Geno Smith, Raiders

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith.

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith.

PFF grade: 60.9

24. JJ McCarthy, Vikings

Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy looks to throw downfield/

Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy looks to throw downfield/

PFF grade: 61.6

23. Aaron Rodgers, Steelers

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) makes a pass against Detroit Lions during the first half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025.

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) makes a pass against Detroit Lions during the first half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025.

PFF grade: 67.7

22. Jaxson Dart, Giants

New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart looks to throw a pass.

New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart looks to throw a pass.

PFF grade: 68.8

21. Jacoby Brissett, Cardinals

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett celebrates with offensive tackle Kelvin Beachum after scoring a touchdown.

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett celebrates with offensive tackle Kelvin Beachum after scoring a touchdown.

PFF grade: 69.1

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20. Lamar Jackson, Ravens

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Nov 9, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) passes against the Minnesota Vikings in the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images

PFF grade: 70.0

19. Baker Mayfield, Buccaneers

Baker Mayfield runs during the second half against the Carolina Panthers.

Baker Mayfield runs during the second half against the Carolina Panthers.

PFF grade: 70.0

18. Bryce Young, Panthers

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young scores a rushing touchdown against Seattle Seahawks safety Ty Okada.

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young scores a rushing touchdown against Seattle Seahawks safety Ty Okada.

PFF grade: 70.1

17. C.J. Stroud, Texans

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) drops back to pass during the second half against the Kansas City Chiefs in a 2025 AFC divisional round game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) drops back to pass during the second half against the Kansas City Chiefs in a 2025 AFC divisional round game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

PFF grade: 72.1

16. Bo Nix, Broncos

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Nov 16, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) prepares to pass in the fourth quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

PFF grade: 76.0

15. Jared Goff, Lions

Dec 21, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) drops back to make a pass during the third quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Ford Field.

Dec 21, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) drops back to make a pass during the third quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Ford Field.

PFF grade: 76.2

14. Caleb Williams, Bears

Caleb Williams of the Chicago Bears throws a touchdown pass to Cole Kmet.

Caleb Williams of the Chicago Bears throws a touchdown pass to Cole Kmet.

PFF grade: 76.4

13. Tyler Shough, Saints

New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough smiles as he leaves the field after a game against the New York Jets.

New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough smiles as he leaves the field after a game against the New York Jets.

PFF grade: 77.1

12. Kirk Cousins, Falcons

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins practices before the game at MetLife Stadium.

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins practices before the game at MetLife Stadium.

PFF grade: 77.3

11. Jalen Hurts, Eagles

Dec 20, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) passes against the Washington Commanders in the second half at Northwest Stadium.

Dec 20, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) passes against the Washington Commanders in the second half at Northwest Stadium.

PFF grade: 78.9

10. Sam Darnold, Seahawks

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold drops back during the third quarter against the Tennessee Titans.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold drops back during the third quarter against the Tennessee Titans.

PFF grade: 80.2

9. Justin Herbert, Chargers

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert runs.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert runs.

PFF grade: 83.2

8. Trevor Lawrence, Jaguars

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence looks on near head coach Liam Coen.

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence looks on near head coach Liam Coen.

PFF grade: 83.2

7. Josh Allen, Bills

Dec 21, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) warms up prior to a game against the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field.

Dec 21, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) warms up prior to a game against the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field.

PFF grade: 87.4

6. Dak Prescott, Cowboys

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott scrambles during the second half against the Minnesota Vikings at AT&T Stadium.

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott scrambles during the second half against the Minnesota Vikings at AT&T Stadium.

PFF grade: 88.1

5. Jordan Love, Packers

Dec 20, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) looks to throw a pass against the Chicago Bears during the second quarter at Soldier Field.

Dec 20, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) looks to throw a pass against the Chicago Bears during the second quarter at Soldier Field.

PFF grade: 88.5

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4. Drake Maye, Patriots

Dec 21, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) looks to pass against the Baltimore Ravens during the first quarter of the game at M&T Bank Stadium.

Dec 21, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) looks to pass against the Baltimore Ravens during the first quarter of the game at M&T Bank Stadium.

PFF grade: 88.9

3. Brock Purdy, 49ers

Dec 22, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) passes the ball against the Indianapolis Colts in the first quarter of the game at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Dec 22, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) passes the ball against the Indianapolis Colts in the first quarter of the game at Lucas Oil Stadium.

PFF grade: 89.4

2. Joe Burrow, Bengals

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Nov 27, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) reacts against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images

PFF grade: 91.4

1. Matthew Stafford, Rams

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Dec 29, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) passes the ball against the Atlanta Falcons during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

PFF grade: 93.2

This article originally appeared on The List Wire: See which NFL quarterbacks top PFF grades entering Week 18 of 2025

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