Top 5 quarterbacks in the NFL right now

Look out for these five quarterbacks this season in the NFL.

By Zach Wiegele, Senior Reporter

September 25, 2023

History is full of outstanding quarterbacks who have transformed the game of football. Here are five to watch in 2023. (Photo illustration created by Wildcat Chronicle Staff using a royalty-free image from Mike Morbeck via Wikimedia Commons)

The quarterback says “Play” in the huddle and his teammates respond, “Break.” He reads the defense, and suddenly changes the play. With a “Ready, set, go,” the team is in motion, deferring to the QB’s expertise.

#5 Aaron Rodgers

Starting off with number five is the quarterback of the New York Jets: Aaron Rodgers. He is an impressive force on the field. Rodgers has been a consistent quarterback throughout his career, and is one of the most accurate passers of all time. He has led teams to the NFC Championship, and he won one Super Bowl in 2010 . Despite the fact that he is 39, he is still one of the best passers in the league.

Joe Burrow on the Cincinnati Bengals coming off the field. (Photo by Cincinnati Bengals)

#4 Joe Burrow

Coming in at number four, who else could it be but the quarterback of the Cincinnati Bengals, Joe Burrow? Burrow is still young but already he is a substantial quarterback in the league. He led his team to two AFC Championships, and was victorious in one of the two. Burrow brought the Bengals to the 2022 Super Bowl , but could not defeat the Rams. He is still learning, and has the majority of his career left to prove himself a winner.

#3 Josh Allen

At number three is the quarterback of the Buffalo Bills, Josh Allen. Allen is one of the best up and coming quarterbacks in the league right now due to the strong arm he has. He is also one of the smartest quarterbacks because of the plays he makes and turnovers he limits. But, Allen just hasn’t proven himself in the playoffs. Every year, he shows how good the Bills can be in the regular season, but when it comes to the playoffs, the team is always a first-round exit.

#2 Patrick Mahomes

Patrick Mahomes of the Kansas City Chiefs had to make the list, but just missed the top spot. Mahomes has shown fans he is a superb QB with his scrambling ability and strong arm. He can throw the ball behind his back or sidearm, which demonstrates good versatility. Mahomes has also proven he can win: he has already won two Superbowls, and taken home two Super Bowl MVP awards, as well as two regular season MVPs.

Jordan Love sets up the play on one of the first games of the season. (Photo by Green Bay Packers via Mike Spofford)

#1 Jordan Love

Coming in at number one is the quarterback of the Green Bay Packers, Jordan Love. Love has shown – against top defensive teams – that he does not get flustered while under pressure. He has a strong arm and is very accurate. Love is also playing for the best franchise in the history of the NFL under a top five head coach in the league right now. He is the one to watch this season.

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Zach Wiegele, Senior Reporter

Zach’s first go at journalism during his senior year brings an exciting addition to the Wildcat Chronicle’s staff. As a Varsity football and basketball player, Zach wanted to play in the NBA when he was little, but is now undecided about his future career. Despite his teams holding back in achieving his NBA dreams, Zach finds determination in performing his best when he is in action. Curiously, Zach enjoys following crimes and figuring out the aftermath.

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Leslie Fireman • Sep 26, 2023 at 10:52 am

Sorry, Mr. Aiello, a review (which a Top 5 is) is allowed to be biased. 🙂

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Joe McCollum • Sep 26, 2023 at 10:39 am

You can’t be serious with your number 1 pick. . .

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Mr. Aiello • Sep 26, 2023 at 10:14 am

I call major shenanigan’s here. Jordan Love is the sorriest excuse for a quarterback that I have ever seen. He has no business at number one. Where is the unbiased reporting that I have come to expect of such a phenomenal news organization?

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