PFF: NFL quarterback rankings entering Week 17

How all 32 NFL starting quarterbacks stack up entering Week 17 via PFF gradees of the 2025 NFL season.

Quarterback power rankings for the 2025 NFL season feature plenty of different scenarios as Week 17 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 16?

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 fumbles a snap.

PFF grade: 29.8.

31. Philip Rivers, Colts*

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers warms up.

PFF grade: 50.6.

30. Shedeur Sanders, Browns

Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (12)

PFF grade: 48.6.

29. Cam Ward, Titans

Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward passes during the fourth quarter.

PFF grade: 59.8.

28. JJ McCarthy, Vikings

Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson sacks Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy.

PFF grade: 61.6.

27. Geno Smith, Raiders

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith.

PFF grade: 62.0.

26. Tua Tagovailoa, Dolphins

Tua Tagovailoa looks to pass.

PFF grade: 62.1.

25. Jaxson Dart, Giants

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

PFF grade: 66.6.

24. Aaron Rodgers, Steelers

Pam Oliver interviews Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

PFF grade: 69.2.

23. Jacoby Brissett, Cardinals

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

PFF grade: 69.6.

22. Lamar Jackson, Ravens

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is sacked by Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett.

PFF grade: 70.0.

21. Baker Mayfield, Buccaneers

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield.

PFF grade: 71.1.

20. Bryce Young, Panthers

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young throws a pass during the first half.

PFF grade: 71.2.

19. Marcus Mariota, Commanders

Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota reacts during the second quarter of the game against the Kansas City Chiefs.

PFF grade: 71.4.

18. CJ Stroud, Texans

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) scrambles during the first half against the Denver Broncos.

PFF grade: 71.7.

17. Bo Nix, Broncos

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (runs during the fourth quarter against the Buffalo Bills in an AFC wild card game at Highmark Stadium.

PFF grade: 73.7.

16. Tyler Shough, Saints

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

PFF grade: 75.3.

15. Caleb Williams, Bears

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

PFF grade: 75.7.

14. Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes lowers his head during the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans.

PFF grade: 76.0.

13. Kirk Cousins, Falcons

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

PFF grade: 78.0.

12. 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.

PFF grade: 78.5.

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.

PFF grade: 78.8.

10. Sam Darnold, Seahawks

Dec 18, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) throws a pass against the Los Angeles Rams in the second half at Lumen Field.

PFF grade: 81.5.

9. Trevor Lawrence, Jaguars

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence calls out a play.

PFF grade: 81.5.

8. Justin Herbert, Chargers

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert celebrates a touchdown by running back Omarion Hampton.

PFF grade: 83.2.

7. 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.

PFF grade: 86.6.

6. 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.

PFF grade: 87.4.

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.

PFF grade: 88.5.

4. Dak Prescott, Cowboys

Dec 21, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) passes against the Los Angeles Chargers during the third quarter at AT&T Stadium.

PFF grade: 88.6.

3. 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.

PFF grade: 88.7.

2. Joe Burrow, Bengals

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: 90.7.

1. Matthew Stafford, Rams

Dec 18, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws a pass against the Seattle Seahawks in overtime at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

PFF grade: 93.4.

This article originally appeared on The List Wire: See which NFL quarterbacks top PFF grades entering Week 17 of 2025

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