In the second installment of our 2022 NFL quarterback rankings, Patrick Mahomes showed up for the Kansas City Chiefs, putting forth an epic showing.
Our 2022 FanSided NFL quarterback rankings go live each Wednesday morning throughout the regular season, and we use a sliding scale incorporating current and past performances, with the former meaning more as the year goes on.
Goff got rolling late, but it wasn’t enough against the Eagles. The Lions need more downfield throws, which could come as the offensive line gets healthier.
Too many missed throws, too many errors in process. Lawrence has all the physical tools, but he needs to apply them along with staying within structure.
Jones and the Patriots’ offense would love to forget about the crapshow in Miami. Jones did little of note, save for a bad interception on the season’s first drive.
Mills had a competent game, low-lighted by a fourth quarter and overtime. The second-year quarterback can play, though. No star potential, but a quality player.
Everyone wanted to see Tagovailoa, and the early returns were positive. The offense only scored 13 points, but the former Alabama star was accurate, took a few shots and played a well-rounded game.
Tannehill did a nice job against the Giants, even if his efforts were thwarted by the defense and Randy Bullock in the final minutes. That said, Tennessee has no explosiveness.
The Eagles are banking on Hurts to be much better in the passing game, and it seems the addition of A.J. Brown will help that cause. Brown had a huge game, Hurts was largely efficient, and the Eagles tallied 38 points.
Murray had a rough day in the desert against the Chiefs. He was under constant pressure and failed to connect on a single meaningful throw in the 44-21 onslaught.
Poised, under control and in command. Cousins had a terrific day against the Packers, finding Justin Jefferson wide open more than a few times. Great game for the Vikings’ offense.
Ryan came alive like Frampton in the fourth quarter and even drove Indy towards a game-winning field goal, only to see it missed. Needs to eliminate the turnovers, though.
Wilson rode right to the bench so his head coach could attempt a 64-yard field goal. Not ideal. In total, Wilson was solid, although he got away with multiple throws which could have easily been intercepted.
Jackson was fine in Week 1. Not a great day, not a bad one. Three touchdown tosses, including a bomb to Rashad Bateman. Now a big test against Miami’s secondary.
Stafford was pressured all night behind Los Angeles’ leaky offensive line. However, even on the rare occasions he had time, it was ugly unless Cooper Krupp was on the other end. Needs serious work.
Burrow doesn’t slide, but this was the worst game of his career. Far too many mistakes, and some of the seven sacks were on him. The Bengals must block better, but Burrow has to be better as well.
What was that? Blame the rookie receivers, blame the beat-up offensive line. Fine. Rodgers is a two-time reigning MVP and certainly didn’t look the part in Week 1.
Brady didn’t do much against the Cowboys, but also wasn’t asked for much, either. The Bucs’ defense was great, Brady didn’t make a huge mistake, and Tampa Bay won easily.
Herbert belongs among the tops on this list. He was brilliant against the Raiders, making throws from the pocket, off-platform and off-schedule. Few have ever played the game and showcased more traits than Herbert.
Allen played a special game against the Rams, doing whatever he wanted to open the season. Buffalo’s offense is almost unstoppable, and Allen accounted for 353 total yards in the rout.
Who else? Mahomes destroyed the Cardinals with an array of passes to nine different receivers. The Chiefs scored 44 points, Mahomes was close to perfect, and Kansas City scored an easy road win.
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