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Top 10 Best NFL Quarterbacks of All Time
Ranking the greatest NFL quarterbacks of all time is the most debated conversation in sports — and the answer depends on what you value. This fan-ranked Top 10 weighs Super Bowl wins, MVP awards, career passing stats, longevity, and cultural impact across every era, from Johnny Unitas and Joe Montana to Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes. Vote for the QB you believe is the GOAT, and help shape the official Top10Grid ranking. Be the 1st to vote!
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Frequently Asked Questions About the Greatest NFL Quarterbacks
## Frequently Asked Questions About the Greatest NFL Quarterbacks
Who is considered the greatest NFL quarterback of all time? Tom Brady is widely regarded as the GOAT thanks to his seven Super Bowl victories, five Super Bowl MVPs, and three NFL MVP awards. Joe Montana, with a perfect 4-0 Super Bowl record, is the most common alternative choice.
How many Super Bowls has Tom Brady won? Tom Brady won seven Super Bowls — six with the New England Patriots and one with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers — more than any other player in NFL history at any position.
Are active quarterbacks on this list? Yes. Patrick Mahomes and Aaron Rodgers are active quarterbacks currently on this list, and their rankings will shift as their careers continue.
What stats matter most when ranking quarterbacks? The most-cited metrics are Super Bowl wins, MVP awards, career passing yards, career passing touchdowns, passer rating, and playoff winning percentage. Longevity and conference championship appearances are also common tiebreakers.
Why is Drew Brees ranked lower than his passing stats suggest? Drew Brees held the all-time passing yards and touchdowns records until Tom Brady surpassed them, but Brees won only one Super Bowl, which many fans weigh heavily in GOAT debates.
Can I vote for a quarterback who is not on the list? Yes — use the suggestion form to nominate a missing legend such as Otto Graham, Fran Tarkenton, or Steve Young.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Greatest NFL Quarterbacks
### How is this list of the greatest NFL quarterbacks ranked? This list is fan-ranked. Visitors cast votes on each quarterback, and the rankings update based on the community's choices.
### Which quarterbacks are eligible to appear on this list? The list covers quarterbacks from across NFL history, from the modern era back to the early days of the game, including players recognized for Super Bowl wins, MVP awards, career passing stats, longevity, and cultural impact.
### Why is Tom Brady ranked where he is? Tom Brady's position on this list reflects the current community vote. Rankings shift as more visitors vote, so the order is not final.
### How do I vote for the greatest NFL quarterback of all time? Scroll to any item on the list and use the vote button next to that quarterback. If you have not voted yet, you will see a 'Be the 1st to vote!' prompt.
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